By Zainab Shabir In the tense health-care landscape of Jammu and Kashmir, doctors now tread a fragile line between public perception and professional duty. From the crowded wards of government hospitals to the unfiltered expanse of social media, the profession is facing twin storms: a surge in violence against doctors and rising concerns over ethical […]
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Heroes in White: How GMC Jammu Saved Kishtwar’s Cloudburst Victims
By EoK Correspondent Jammu: While the rest of the country was preparing to celebrate the 79th Independence Day on the night of August 14, the emergency wing of Government Medical College (GMC) Jammu was bracing for a different kind of challenge — the arrival of dozens of critically injured victims from the devastating cloudburst in […]
MoneyVilla: Learn to be Money Smart Launched at Chinar Book Festival in Srinagar
Srinagar: MoneyVilla: Learn to be Money Smart, a children’s book on financial literacy authored by Dr. Bilal Ahmad Pandow, was formally launched during the Chinar Book Festival 2025 at SKICC, Srinagar. The event was organized by the National Book Trust of India. The book launch was graced by Dr. G. N. Itoo, Director of School […]
The Vanishing Classroom
By Irfan Bashir Government-run schools in Jammu and Kashmir have witnessed a troubling decline in student enrolment, with over 52,000 fewer students registered over the past two academic years. The data, released by the Ministry of Education in a written reply in the Lok Sabha, underscores growing concerns about student retention and the vitality of […]
Lieutenant Governor Hoists National Flag at Raj Bhavan in Srinagar on the 79th Independence Day
SRINAGAR, AUGUST 15: On the occasion of 79th Independence Day, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha hoisted and saluted the National Flag at Raj Bhavan in Srinagar. He conveyed his heartiest greetings and good wishes to all. The Lieutenant Governor paid tributes to the freedom fighters and brave hearts of Police, Army and CAPFs. He also paid […]
One Bond, Many Blessings
By Sameer Ahmad Women are the soul of civilization—their strength often quiet, their contributions frequently unsung, yet their impact undeniable. They are not only the nurturers of life but the architects of communities and the unseen force behind countless triumphs in human history. In every society and across every era, the essence of womanhood has […]
Lieutenant Governor Greets People on Independence Day
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has greeted the people of J&K UT on the occasion of 79th Independence Day. In a message, the Lieutenant Governor wrote: “My dear brothers and sisters of Jammu Kashmir, On the sacred occasion of our 79th Independence Day, I convey my heartiest greetings and good wishes to all of you. This is […]
Kishtwar Cloudburst Claims 52 Lives, Over 100 Missing
The death toll from a massive cloudburst that devastated a remote mountain village in Kishtwar district on Thursday has risen to 52, including two CISF personnel, officials said. Also, at least 112 people were injured and number of fatalities is feared to rise as many are still trapped under debris. Officials reported that 112 people […]
Funding Lifeline for Kashmir Artisans
By Ajaz Rashid The recent release of ₹33.34 lakh for the Karkhandar Scheme in Kashmir Division is more than a budgetary note—it is a statement of intent. In a region where artistry is woven into the social fabric, this initiative by the Handicrafts and Handloom Department represents both cultural preservation and economic necessity. The Karkhandar […]
Gard-e-Shab-e-Khayal: Stories that Hold a Mirror to Kashmir
By Rayees Ahmad Kumar From the tranquil yet turbulent landscapes of Akingam in Anantnag, writer Fazil Shafi Bhat has steadily carved a name for himself as one of Kashmir’s most distinctive fiction voices. Known for his precise storytelling and painterly prose, Bhat’s work often graces the pages of leading dailies, weeklies, and literary magazines across […]