Kashmir’s snow drought: Climate change crisis and its far-reaching consequences
Something strange has recently occurred in the Kashmir Valley – the prolonged absence of snowfall. The dry spell was finally broken by recent snowfall in February. Even during the 40-day period known...
View ArticleRising cancer cases in Kashmir: Awareness, prevention, and intervention
With the onset of winter in Kashmir, the number of patients requiring visits to hospitals increases with the rise in respiratory cases. However, in the last few years, something more dangerous has...
View ArticleVIHI District: A geologically significant but largely unknown area in Kashmir
Photo Credit: Faheem Qadri/WCF People know the Kashmir Valley for numerous reasons. Some are drawn to its lakes, while others are captivated by its mountains. Despite its fame for various reasons,...
View Article90% Himalayas at risk of facing year-long droughts due to climate change
Photo by Bisesh Gurung on Unsplash The Himalayas comprise a vast mountainous range that borders several countries and are renowned worldwide for their immense biodiversity and towering peaks. Over...
View ArticleImpact of delayed winter storms on North India’s water security
Four billion people — almost two thirds of the world’s population — experience severe water scarcity for at least one month each year. Over two billion people live in countries where water supply is...
View ArticleUnderstanding and addressing the man-animal conflict in Kashmir
Over the past 20 years, there has been an increased number of man-animal conflict cases in the Kashmir Valley, with terrible consequences for both human and animal life. Recently, you might have...
View ArticleAnalyzing the Increase in Landslides and Infrastructure Damage in Himalayan...
The Himalayas are one of the highest mountain ranges in the world, separating the Indian subcontinent from the Tibetan Plateau. However, this beautiful mountain range has faced several ecological...
View ArticleJammu and Kashmir’s New Climate Change Strategy: An Analysis
The government of Jammu and Kashmir has initiated a crucial project by implementing a State-Specific Climate Change Action Plan. This plan follows the declaration of 2023 as one of the hottest years...
View ArticleThe Impact of Walnut Husk Extraction on Kashmir’s Aquatic Biodiversity
The Kashmir Valley is a major producer of a variety of agricultural products, including saffron, apples, almonds, peaches, and more. Among these, walnuts are produced in large quantities. However,...
View ArticleThree Key Things You Need for a Fully Funded PhD Position: A Student’s...
If you love research and want to pursue a PhD in your respective field at a good place, then this article is for you. These days a lot of people want to pursue a PhD but the process confuses them a...
View ArticleRising Cases of Fires in Kashmir Wetlands and What it Means for Our Ecosystems
The Kashmir Valley has recently been witnessing an increased number of fire incidents, affecting both residential and natural areas. One of the recent fire incidents in a wetland at Pampore had severe...
View ArticleTop-Down vs Bottom-Up: Which Approach Truly Benefits the Poor?
In countries like India, development is a main issue. The government wants to have a stable economy, but the main threat is unequal economic distribution. Some people have the most of the money while...
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