Revamp Road Repair Policy
Jammu’s roads today reflect a tale of neglect and misplaced priorities. The so-called Smart City has ironically turned into a city of potholes, with the R&B Department focusing mainly on VIP stretches while most roads…
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Healthcare Investment Policy
The Healthcare Investment Policy of Jammu and Kashmir, announced with much enthusiasm in 2019, was meant to usher in a new era of private healthcare development. Backed by lucrative incentives and a declared intent to…
Still Elusive Solar Parks
Over fifteen months after the Union Finance Minister announced the establishment of Solar Parks in Jammu and Kashmir, the grand vision of harnessing the region’s abundant solar potential remains stuck on paper. Not even a…
Empower Women For Viksit Bharat
President Droupadi Murmu’s call for women’s active participation in achieving Viksit Bharat’s vision by 2047 carries profound significance for India’s developmental journey. Women, who form nearly half of the nation’s population, are not just homemakers-they…
The Saga Of BrahMos
India’s military prowess has reached a new milestone with the successful testing of the extended 800 km range BrahMos supersonic cruise missile-a weapon that has already proven its battle-readiness and precision in Operation Sindoor. The…
Law and Ecology Mined Away
When the Supreme Court of India imposes a blanket ban on mining in ecologically sensitive areas, one would expect strict adherence by Government Departments. Yet, what is unfolding along the banks of the Doodh Ganga…
Remove Caste Mention from FIRs
The direction of the Allahabad High Court to remove the mention of caste from police records, including FIRs and arrest memos, has reignited a long-overdue debate across India. The order is not merely a procedural…
J&K Police’s Valour And Sacrifices
On Police Commemoration Day, the nation saluted its uniformed heroes. The solemn tribute at Zewan, Srinagar, was not merely a ceremonial gesture-it was a reminder of the unflinching courage, resilience, and sacrifice of the Jammu…
Emerging Threat of Deepfakes
The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence has brought with it unprecedented benefits but also equally alarming threats. One of the most disturbing manifestations of this dual-edged technology is the rise of deepfakes-AI-generated synthetic media where…
Self-Reliance in Defence
India’s renewed emphasis on achieving 100 per cent domestic defence production marks a defining moment in its strategic evolution. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh’s declaration that dependence on foreign military supplies creates “strategic vulnerability” is not…