Hajis must be well guided on all fronts

This refers  to the letter by Muhammed Subhan  (GK, 04-06-2010). The concern expressed by him is genuine, particularly for a first time Hajji, and also in view of mushroom growth of Tour and Travel Operators, offering  various facilities. My advice to Hajj aspirants is this. Before More

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VIP syndrome

  The number of VIPs in J&K is more than in any other state. It is a status symbol for a VIP to have security guard accompanying him and helping his motorcade sneak through the traffic, much to the inconvenience and annoyance of the general public. If traffic department takes note of the More

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Protect environment

 This refers to the article titled “Bare words won’t do” by Shamshad Kralwari (GK, June 2). We need to change our attitudes and behavior and ensure that we protect our environment. We must behave as responsible citizens. Lateef MirGundbrath Sopur More

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From home

 This refers to the news item ‘Let no smoking begin from home’ (GK 31MAY). It was good to see Divisional Commissioner Kashmir taking an initiative of asking both civil and police officials to start the “no smoking” campaign right from their homes. Policy makers should show as much concern toward More

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Don’t smoke

 This refers to the World No Tobacco Day 2010 and the articles published in Greater Kashmir about it. The articles were very informative and enlightening. Every author laid stress on the ill-effects of smoking and tobacco. Smoking has become a serious problem in the society. We see people smoking More

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Traffic mess

 Looking at Lal Chowk “beautification” it appears as if some Raja is building his castle of historical Lal Chowk and is now only waiting to hurl a flag. The long queues of vehicles are seen stranded around the Chowk because of the traffic jam. By shortening the width of the road, which results in More

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Sangarmal complex

 This refers to the inauguration of Sangarmal Complex. It’s a good sign that such commercial complexes are being established in Kashmir. We hope that it takes Kashmir higher on the development map. Munir Ahmad KhanSrinagar More

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Talks meaningful

 This refers to the articles written on Indo Pak relationship. We must welcome every positive step taken in this direction. Cynicism won’t help us any way. Need is to get the two countries on the table. That is the only way to peace. Other methods have been tried but they have only led to disaster More

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Human expressions

 This refers to the articles published about human psychology and emotional make-up. How can one decode the emotions with the help of expressions? Everyday you have a new expression on your face depending upon your sentiments and emotions. You are smiling, crying and at times making some absurd More

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Deep drain

This refers to the news item published in city page of Greater Kashmir on June 5 regarding the flow of the drain water into graveyard at Mini Housing Colony Channapora. The deep drain constructed by city drainage division last year has given a considerable relief to our colony and the graveyard which More

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