Himalayan Communities Cry Foul: Climate Change Fuels Disaster Surge A community dialogue held on September 6, 2025, painted a grim picture of escalating disasters in the Himalayas. Participants directly linked the increased frequency and intensity of these events to climate change, haphazard development, and a weakening of environmental safeguards. The discussions highlighted several critical issues. […]

Jaisinghpur Playground Battle: Residents Vow High Court Fight Jaisinghpur residents launched a fervent protest on Saturday, September 6, 2025, against the government’s plan to construct government buildings, including an indoor stadium, on their cherished historic playground. The community views the playground as crucial for social harmony and local well-being. The protest stems from concerns that […]

MP Sikander Kumar Rushes Aid to Chabutra Flood Victims Rajya Sabha MP Dr. Sikander Kumar visited the flood-ravaged Chabutra village on September 6, 2025, extending immediate relief to affected families. His visit followed devastating floods that left the village in ruins. The MP personally distributed essential relief supplies, including food, clothing, and medicines. He assured […]

Nurpur’s Water Woes: Death, Protests, and Congress’s Neglect? Nurpur residents erupted in protest on Saturday, September 6, 2025, against the Jal Shakti Department’s alleged failure to provide water for a fortnight. The demonstration, led by former minister Rakesh Pathania, highlighted the severity of the crisis. Pathania directly blamed the department for the death of a […]

Himalayan Havoc: Climate Change Fuels Ecological Crisis The fury of the monsoon season, intensified by climate change, is wreaking havoc on the fragile Himalayan ecosystem. Landslides, flash floods, and altered agro-climatic conditions are devastating the region. This year’s heavy rainfall has exposed the vulnerability of the mountains. Rampant road and hydroelectric projects, often built with […]

Pension Shock: State Govt Curbs Re-employment, Reclaims Perks The state government has implemented significant changes to its re-employment policy, effective immediately. Retired employees can now be re-engaged for a maximum period of one year. Crucially, this re-engagement will not include any benefits beyond the retention of government accommodation, if applicable. This marks a departure from […]

Apple Truck Tragedy: Highway Haulage Hazards Exposed Frequent accidents involving Apple transport trucks are plaguing Indian highways. Overspeeding, driver negligence, and overloaded vehicles are major culprits. Blind spots in these large vehicles, coupled with poor maintenance, significantly exacerbate the risks. Inclement weather, particularly during the monsoon season, further compounds the danger. Authorities are deeply concerned […]

Thunag Disaster: Life Slowly Returns After 39 Days of Hardship Thirty-nine days after a devastating disaster struck Thunag, a semblance of normalcy is returning to the affected villages. The local administration has successfully restored electricity and drinking water supplies across the region. Fourteen major roads have been reopened to traffic, significantly improving connectivity. Furthermore, 182 […]

Barot’s Building Boom: A Recipe for Disaster? Barot, a picturesque town, is facing a looming ecological crisis. A rapid, unregulated construction boom threatens its delicate environmental balance. Unplanned development, particularly near the Uhl river, is exacerbating the problem. Weak enforcement of existing building regulations further compounds the risks. Experts warn that this unchecked growth leaves […]

Swaminathan’s Vision: Nauni University Celebrates Green Revolution Architect A lecture commemorating the indelible contributions of Dr. M.S. Swaminathan to Indian agriculture was delivered at Nauni University on August 8, 2025. Dr. P.L. Gautam, the speaker, paid tribute to the visionary leader whose work revolutionized farming practices in India. Dr. Gautam’s address highlighted Dr. Swaminathan’s pioneering […]