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.

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, 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.