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Thathri Bleeds Again: When Will Negligence Stop Being Called a Natural Disaster?
A devastating cloudburst once again struck Thathri, leaving behind a trail of destruction and raising uncomfortable questions about whether the disaster was entirely natural. While cloudbursts are inevitable in the Himalayas, years of unchecked dumping of construction debris into natural drainage channels may have intensified their impact. This article examines the science behind cloudbursts, the recurring devastation in Thathri, and why accountability, scientific planning, and environmental responsibility are essential to prevent future tragedies.
Doda MLA Seeks More Ambulances, Doctor Postings During Meeting With Education Minister
The Doda legislator met Jammu and Kashmir Education Minister Sakina Itoo and raised concerns over healthcare infrastructure in the district, seeking additional ambulances and the posting of doctors in government hospitals. The minister assured that the issues would be addressed promptly.
Tamil Nadu CM to Distribute Government Jobs to Karur Stampede Victims’ Kin in First Visit as CM
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay will visit Karur on July 9, 2026, to distribute government job appointment orders to 32 kin of victims from the 2025 stampede. The visit marks his first to the district as CM and includes laying the foundation stone for a new footwear factory.
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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
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Thathri Bleeds Again: When Will Negligence Stop Being Called a Natural Disaster?
A devastating cloudburst once again struck Thathri, leaving behind a trail of destruction and raising uncomfortable questions about whether the disaster was entirely natural. While cloudbursts are inevitable in the Himalayas, years of unchecked dumping of construction debris into natural drainage channels may have intensified their impact. This article examines the science behind cloudbursts, the recurring devastation in Thathri, and why accountability, scientific planning, and environmental responsibility are essential to prevent future tragedies.
Doda MLA Seeks More Ambulances, Doctor Postings During Meeting With Education Minister
The Doda legislator met Jammu and Kashmir Education Minister Sakina Itoo and raised concerns over healthcare infrastructure in the district, seeking additional ambulances and the posting of doctors in government hospitals. The minister assured that the issues would be addressed promptly.
Jammu and Kashmir Administration Mandates Prior Permission for Bhaderwah Adventure Activities
Authorities in Jammu and Kashmir's Bhaderwah subdivision have implemented a mandatory prior permission system for all trekking, hiking, and camping activities. The order aims to bolster security and manage risks posed by challenging terrain and natural hazards.
Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Directs Relief and Restoration Following Doda Cloudburst
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has ordered immediate relief and expedited restoration of NH-244 following a cloudburst in Doda district. No casualties were reported, but property damage occurred.
Kishtwar Accident: Father and Son Among Two Killed as Tipper Plunges into Gorge
A father and son were killed, and two others injured when a tipper vehicle fell into a gorge near Gulabgarh in Kishtwar district. Police have launched an investigation into the fatal accident.
Narrow Escape: Man Rescued After Falling into Chenab River at Thathri
THATHRI — A major tragedy was narrowly averted early...
A Language Dying in the Living Room
Kashmiri has survived centuries of conflict, displacement and political upheaval, but in Jammu and Kashmir's Chenab Valley, its greatest threat may now lie inside the home. This article explores how families are gradually replacing Kashmiri with Urdu and English, disconnecting younger generations from a rich literary heritage shaped by poets such as Rasa Javidani, Bashir Bhaderwahi and Janbaaz Kishtwari. It examines the cultural, social and policy failures driving the language's decline, while questioning whether one of the region's oldest linguistic traditions can still be preserved before it falls silent.
Kishtwar Gets Advanced Weather Monitoring with New Automatic Rain Gauge
The Meteorological Centre, Srinagar, has installed a new Automatic Rain Gauge (ARG) at an NHPC station in Kishtwar, bolstering real-time rainfall data collection and enhancing weather forecasting accuracy for the region.
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