SMS ban

This refers to the ban on SMS services in Kashmir. It was a fast, easy and reliable mode of communication. Since May 2010 this service is not available. Almost two years have passed but the ban continues, except for post-paid customers for whom the service was restored. Majority of people here are More

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Electricity shortage

This refers to the raising of Rs 68 crore electricity fee by PDD from the Pulwama district. The inhabitants of this district are hardly getting four hours of electricity supply from the last five months. Although we pay the electricity bill regularly, only two hours of electricity supply is provided More

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Self-medication

Taking a dose of self-prescribed medicine is not a good idea. A lot of educated people feel its fine to pop a pill without a prescription from a doctor. These well-meaning drugs are not without side-effects and can play havoc with your system if taken without professional advice. Only after studying More

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Drug addiction

Drug abuse has emerged as a major social problem in Kashmir, especially among the youth. Drug abuse leads to social crimes and drug addicts are a threat to law and order, economic production and human welfare of our society. Desist from a life of drug addiction and live a life of dignity.Sehreen More

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Shatoosh trade

This refers to news report about dying art of Shahtoosh trade due to ban on killing of Chiru Antelope, the endangered species. This fine traditional Kashmiri art will become extinct if immediate steps are not taken for its revival. The idea of rearing the chiru Antelope in captivity, and obtaining its More

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Water body

This refers to the article 'Water Body Calling' (GK Magazine, April 11). Nallah Ferozpora is an important source of drinking water, sand, bajira, boulders, besides being the backbone of agriculture of the whole area. The garbage released from various sources finds its way directly into the Nallah which More

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Bijbehara wetland

This refers to the article “The Bijbehara Wetland” by Syed Aadil (GK, 11-04-12). The irreparable loss of Bijbehara wetland, and the resultant disturbance of ecological balance on account of the construction of commercial centre and Sumo stand, is regrettable. It speaks volumes about the lack of responsibility More

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