A Holistic Approach to Tackling Suicides in Kashmir: Beyond Physical Barriers

A Holistic Approach to Tackling Suicides in Kashmir: Beyond Physical Barriers

Kashmir is grappling with a troubling surge in suicide rates, particularly among women. While the administration’s initiative to install fences on vulnerable bridges in Srinagar’s Qammarwari area is well-intentioned, it only scratches the surface of the issue. To truly address this crisis, a comprehensive mental health support system is imperative. Understanding the Underlying Issues The […]

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Satpokhran Bridge

Unfinished Bridge in Satpokhran Sparks Outcry After Incident Involving Pregnant Woman

Satpokhran, August 4, 2024, 6:30 PM – In a shocking revelation, Dr. Bilal Ahmad Bhat visited Satpokhran and was appalled to learn about a distressing incident linked to an unfinished bridge that has remained incomplete for the past eight years. This bridge, crucial for connecting several adjacent areas including Nagander, Satpokhran Zaintrage, Bathen, Ismail Colony […]

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ECI Notice Confirms J&K Assembly Elections in 2024, First in Nearly a Decade

ECI Notice Confirms J&K Assembly Elections in 2024, First in Nearly a Decade

Srinagar, July 31: The Election Commission of India (ECI) has officially announced that the long-awaited Assembly elections in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir will be held in 2024, ending a nearly decade-long wait since the last polls in 2014. This announcement marks a significant milestone as J&K has been under President’s rule since […]

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Dr. Bilal Ahmad Bhat Appointed as National Media Coordinator by All India Gujjar and Bakerwal Foundation

Dr. Bilal Ahmad Bhat Appointed as National Media Coordinator by All India Gujjar and Bakerwal Foundation

In a pivotal meeting held at Charie Shareef, the All India Gujjar and Bakerwal Foundation announced a key appointment that marks a significant step forward for the community. The gathering saw the presence of prominent figures, including Choudry Farooq Ahmad Bajad, Board of Director and Sadar Jammu and Kashmir, along with National Advisory Mr. Syed […]

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Struggle of Stone Quarry Workers in Tehsil Pampore

Struggle of Stone Quarry Workers in Tehsil Pampore

Pampore, J&K – July 13, 2024 – The residents of Wuyan, Khonmoh, Shar-I-Shali, Ladhoo, Mandekpal, and other neighboring areas of Tehsil Pampore have been engaged in stone quarrying and stone crushing for nearly 150 years. This traditional livelihood, passed down through generations, has become the backbone of the local economy, especially in an era marked […]

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