Fishing community of Kashmir struggles for survival amid loss of fish
Decreasing number of fish in famous Dal Lake poses threat not only to environment, but also to food sector - Anadolu Agency
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Decreasing number of fish in famous Dal Lake poses threat not only to environment, but also to food sector - Anadolu Agency
Several houses in Ramban district, which borders Doda, have also developed cracks
Kashmir’s highly fertile alluvial soil deposits called ‘karewas’ are being destroyed in the name of development, much to the peril of local people
Expert Panel to begin Kashmir hospitals visit from Aug 7 Expert Panel to begin Kashmir hospitals visit from Aug 7 Irfan Tramboo SRINAGAR, July 27: A 5-day visit of the Expert Committee formed on the directions of the High Court is all set to commence from August-7 during which the Panel will visit hospitals across Kashmir division to assess the availability of the healthcare facilities. During the visit, the Committee will be examining the healthcare facilities available in terms of infrastructure, human resources and equipment in various healthcare facilities in Kashmir valley. The expert p...
How the turbulent lives of Dal dwellers are a contrast to the lake’s tranquility The farmers living on the water in Srinagar are a vilified community despite contributing to Kashmir’s food and tourism industry, writes Priti Salian The farmers dwelling on Dal Lake in Shrinagar, Kashmir, supply 40 per cent of fruit and vegetables to local and regional markets. Priti Salian for The National Farmers can typically be spotted squatting at the edge of their wooden shikara boats at the fruit and vegetable market on Dal Lake. Priti Salian for The National The farmers and their families have...