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.

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.

Police in Doda district, Jammu and Kashmir, have busted an online drug supply network, seizing 2,000 pregabalin capsules. The operation is part of the ongoing crackdown against drug abuse and illegal pharmaceutical intoxicant trafficking in the region.

A delegation of youth from Drabshalla in Kishtwar district met the Deputy Commissioner and submitted a memorandum highlighting key public concerns, including scholarship support for higher education, a dedicated school bus service, blacktopping of NH-244 and the Drabshalla-Bimalnag Road, and uninterrupted electricity supply from the Joshana Grid. The Deputy Commissioner assured the delegation that genuine grievances would be addressed and appreciated the youth for engaging with the administration on public issues.

Nestled in the picturesque Marwah Valley of Kishtwar district, Tata Pani Marwah is a unique tourist destination known for its natural hot water springs, traditional wooden architecture, and serene surroundings. While the site attracts visitors seeking relaxation and nature-based experiences, challenges such as poor road connectivity, inadequate sanitation, and waste management issues continue to hinder its full tourism potential. With improved infrastructure and sustainable development, Tata Pani has the potential to emerge as one of Jammu and Kashmir’s leading eco-tourism destinations.

The Chenab Times has launched its official Android app, bringing faster access to regional, national, and international news for readers across Jammu and Kashmir. Designed as a regional-first news platform, the app features Read In Short summaries, personalized local news feeds, weather updates, saved reading, and offline English-learning games, offering a more convenient and engaging way to stay informed.

Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha led an anti-drug awareness march in Kishtwar, reaffirming the administration's commitment to eradicating narcotics and dismantling narco-terror networks. The campaign aims to build grassroots resistance against drug abuse across Jammu and Kashmir.