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Punjab Farmers Protest Bank Fraud, Demand Action Against Managers
Farmers in Faridkot, Punjab, protested alleged fraud by bank managers, shutting down a Land Mortgage Bank branch. The demonstration is part of a wider agitation across 12 districts demanding action against officials accused of defrauding farmers.
New Tribunal on Mekedatu Project Won’t Harm Tamil Nadu’s Water Interests: Minister
Tamil Nadu's Water Resources Minister stated that a new tribunal on the Mekedatu dam project will protect the state's water interests. He also addressed claims regarding the Cauvery Water Management Authority's stance on Karnataka's project report.
Jammu and Kashmir Delegation Secures Top National Honour at Hyderabad Education Conference
A delegation from Jammu and Kashmir's education sector has received national recognition, winning first prize at the 15th Annual Conference of the Private Schools and Children Welfare Association in Hyderabad. The award honors their innovative educational initiatives and contributions.
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Israelis Brace for Passover Amidst Heightened War Concerns
Israelis are marking the approach of the Passover festival with a subdued atmosphere, marked by heightened security concerns and a widespread sense of caution among the population due to the ongoing conflict.
Twenty-Two Nations Demand Iran Halt Attacks and Reopen Strait of Hormuz as Natanz Nuclear Site Struck Again
Iran's Natanz uranium enrichment facility, located approximately 220 kilometres southeast of Tehran, was struck in a joint US-Israeli airstrike...
Was Ayatollah Ali Khamenei Anti-Sunni? Separating Sectarian Claims from Political Reality
After the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, social media platforms quickly filled with sharply conflicting narratives....
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School Washroom Crisis Exposes Years of Neglect in Jammu and Kashmir: Raja Shakeel
The deplorable condition of washrooms at Government High School Joura has highlighted persistent infrastructure neglect in educational institutions across the Chenab Valley in Jammu and Kashmir. According to details received by The Chenab Times, the washrooms have remained in poor condition for more than 16 years, forcing students to use nearby drains and open spaces. Aam Aadmi Party Doda Constituency Spokesperson Er Raja Shakeel has strongly criticised the local administration and elected representatives, describing the situation as a glaring example of official negligence and failed governance, while questioning the performance of the MLA from Bhaderwah Constituency and the DDC member from Thathri amid a triple crisis of teacher shortages, inadequate sanitation, and declining education standards. Shakeel, a former student of the school, urged authorities to immediately inspect the premises in Doda district and take concrete action to provide clean facilities, adequate staff, and a dignified learning environment for Chenabi children, asserting that people demand accountability and visible results over excuses.
Unsung Guardians of Public Health: Why Sanitation Is Everyone’s Constitutional Duty?
Sanitation workers are among the most essential yet least recognised contributors to public health. Their daily labour keeps streets clean, drains functional, and communities protected from disease, yet they often work in hazardous conditions with inadequate safety measures, delayed wages, and little public appreciation. As recurring sanitation workers’ strikes across Jammu and Kashmir have shown, a clean environment cannot be sustained by government agencies alone; it requires respect for sanitation workers, responsible waste disposal by citizens, and a shared commitment to the constitutional duty of protecting public health and the environment.
Jammu and Kashmir Police Arrest Two in Kishtwar for Alleged Militant Support
Jammu and Kashmir Police have arrested two individuals, including a Forest Department employee, in Kishtwar district for allegedly providing support to militants. The arrests are part of an ongoing investigation into a case involving charges under the BNS, UAPA, and Arms Act.
Pakistani National Repatriated to Pakistan-held Kashmir via Teetwal Friendship Bridge
A Pakistani national apprehended in north Kashmir's Kupwara district has been repatriated to Pakistan-held Kashmir. The handover took place on Thursday at the Teetwal Friendship Bridge after completion of legal procedures.
Jammu and Kashmir: New Court Complex Inaugurated in Bhaderwah to Enhance Judicial Infrastructure
Justice Sanjeev Kumar Shukla inaugurated a new Court Complex in Bhaderwah, Doda district, aimed at strengthening judicial infrastructure and improving access to justice. The facility is expected to enhance efficiency and public trust in the legal system.
When the Garbage Piled Up, a Volunteer Picked Up the Broom: How Burhan Dar’s Cleanup Drive Sparked a Conversation About Accountability in Kishtwar
As garbage continues to pile up across Kishtwar amid an ongoing sanitation workers' strike, social activist Burhan Dar has stepped forward to lead a voluntary cleanup drive. While expressing support for the workers' demands, Dar says public health cannot be ignored. His efforts have drawn widespread praise on social media, sparked criticism of elected representatives and ignited a broader conversation about accountability, civic responsibility and leadership during times of crisis.
Tehsildar Drabshalla Visits Flood-Hit Areas, Assures Relief to Affected Families
Tehsildar Drabshalla, accompanied by Naib Tehsildar Kuntwara and revenue officials, visited flood-affected areas of Dalhoti and adjoining villages in Kishtwar district to assess damage caused by recent flash floods and heavy rainfall. During the visit, officials reviewed losses, interacted with affected families, and assured relief, compensation, and early restoration measures while urging residents to remain cautious during the ongoing monsoon season.
The Geography of Silence: Structural Neglect and the Path to Development in J&K’s Peripheral Highlands
For decades, the developmental discourse of Jammu and Kashmir has remained trapped in a binary narrative centred on Srinagar and Jammu, overlooking the vast mountainous regions of the Chenab Valley, Pir Panjal, and peripheral hill districts. Despite contributing significantly through hydropower, agriculture, tourism potential, and natural resources, these regions continue to face chronic deficits in healthcare, education, infrastructure, and economic investment. This article examines the structural neglect of Jammu and Kashmir's peripheral highlands, explores the paradox of resource extraction without proportional local development, and argues for targeted policy interventions to ensure equitable growth, regional empowerment, and inclusive governance.
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