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India Air Force activates Nyoma airfield close to China border
New Delhi, Sep 18 (ANI): The Indian Air Force in a significant move today activated its Nyoma Advanced Landing Ground (ALG) to support the Army in carrying out operations in the inhospitable terrain.
An IAF AN-32 aircraft landed at Nyoma ALG, which is located at an altitude of 13,300 feet [...]
Climate change causing wild sheep to shrink
Washington, July 3 (ANI): A new study has provided evidence for climate change as the cause of the mysterious decrease in the size of wild sheep on the Scottish island of Hirta.
According to the researchers, due to climate change, survival conditions on Hirta are becoming less challenging, which means slower-growing, smaller sheep are more likely [...]
Changing climate make mockingbirds better singers
Washington, May 22 (ANI): Mockingbirds tend to sing fancier tunes with changing climate, say researchers.
The research team from the National Evolutionary Synthesis Centre (NESCent), the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, and McGill University showed that species in more variable climes also sing complex tunes.
“Survival and reproduction become more complicated when weather patterns are unpredictable because you [...]
Strawberry farmers in Kashmir expecting huge profits
Srinagar, May 20 (ANI): Timely rain in the valley region of Jammu and Kashmir is expected to fetch ample profits to the growers of strawberry fruits.
According to the Horticulture Department, a bumper yield of this tasty fruit is expected this year.
Kashmir valley, which is famous for apples, is now fast emerging as India’s largest producer [...]
Musical night adds to Kashmir’s idyllic charm, lends fillip to tourism
Srinagar, Apr 16 (ANI): The Kashmir Tourism department has come up with a unique way of adding to the idyllic charm of the valley and captivating the tourists.
After nearly two decades, an initiative by state tourism authorities has revived the custom of musical nights [...]
Farmers in Ladakh take to greenhouses for better yield
Ladakh, Mar 12 (ANI): Farmers in Ladakh have taken to greenhouses, overcoming the hazards of harsh winters in a novel way.
Over 90 per cent of Ladakh’s population is dependent on agriculture. But very short summers and long winters make it hard for farmers to grow vegetables even to sustain themselves.
They now farm in greenhouses, ensuring [...]
Kashmir traditional grass mats back in demand
Srinagar, Jan 29 (ANI): Kashmir traditional grass mats locally known as ‘wagive’, used for home furnishing, are in great demand in Kashmir valley after witnessing a slump in business for past some years.
These mats have been used for centuries in the valley for multi purpose use.
The grass mats are mainly of two types, one the [...]
Fur shoes selling like hot cakes in Kashmir
Srinagar, Jan 19 (ANI): The sale of fur shoes in Jammu and Kashmir is increasing day-by-day and people are purchasing them to protect their feet from harsh winters of the valley.
The boom will last till March when the weather will turn warmer.
“The fur shoes come in two types of materials one is foam and [...]
