Alien species pose threat to Kashmir’s ecosystem
By Mehak, Shaista,Tehreem and Fahad
The pristine environment of Kashmir is facing an unprecedented threat from invasive alien species that have spread throughout the region and are wreaking havoc on the ecosystem.
Native plants in Kashmir valley are being displaced and outcompeted by an alien species that is spreading quickly. The alien species is known to be a kind of plant that originated outside including North America, Africa etc.
Dr. Manzoor Ahmad Shah, a leading botanist based in Srinagar, » Read more about: Alien species pose threat to Kashmir’s ecosystem »
Kashmiri innovator revolutionizing healthcare with Drone Technology
Sabha Chalak, Shaafia, Iyaman, Hassnain Riza
Aban Habib, a young engineer from Srinagar, has developed a revolutionary drone technology that is set to transform the way medical supplies, particularly blood, are transported in the region.
The idea for the drone first came to Aban when he witnessed the challenges faced by healthcare workers in accessing remote and hard-to-reach areas in Kashmir. With limited road infrastructure and difficult terrain, the transportation of essential medical supplies, » Read more about: Kashmiri innovator revolutionizing healthcare with Drone Technology »
Experts weigh in on the art and science of preserving food
By Muskan Beigh, Sabreena Yousuf , Saila Malik, Sana Azad
In a world where food preservation has deep-rooted traditions, the latest advancements are now making headlines. Food preservation, a practice as old as human civilization itself, is evolving to meet the needs of the modern world. From time-honoured methods to cutting-edge technology, the science behind preserving food is taking a giant leap forward.
While high-tech solutions are on the rise, many traditional food preservation techniques continue to shine. » Read more about: Experts weigh in on the art and science of preserving food »
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Can Kashmiri apple stand the competition?
Ibtisam Malik, Madiha, Zubair, Shaizan
– Apples dumped at a local orchard in south Kashmir. Photo: Ibtisam Malik
The decision to remove 20% import duty on American apples has evoked concern among apple growers in Kashmir.
According to Farooq Malik, who has been involved in the apple trade for the past 25 years, Kashmir’s apple industry will be directly impacted by the decision to lower the 20% import duty on American apples. “Since we lack the scientific methods to protect our apples from pesticides and scab, » Read more about: Can Kashmiri apple stand the competition? »
DJMC short film ‘Ayesha’ bags first prize at Media Festival
Department of Journalism and Mass Communication, Government College for Women, M.A. Road, Srinagar bagged the First Prize in the film category for its short film ‘Ayesha’ at the Media Festival organised by Govt. Degree College, Baramulla on September 20, 2023.
Earlier, the film earned rave reviews at the Film Fests held at Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) and GCW M.A. Road in June.
The film explores the theme of Art Therapy as a coping strategy for drug addiction and depression. » Read more about: DJMC short film ‘Ayesha’ bags first prize at Media Festival »
Guest lecture on Science & Technology Reporting
Department of Journalism and Mass Communication, Government College for Women, M.A. Road organised a guest lecture on ‘Science & Technology Reporting’ on October 18, 2023. The guest speaker was Mr. Shakoor Rather who is currently working as News Editor and Head Science and Technology at India’s premier news agency Press Trust of India (PTI).
Students from various batches of journalism programme currently enrolled at the college viz., 5-year Integrated, 3-year Honors and 4-year NEP batch- attended the nearly four-hour-long session at the college conference hall. » Read more about: Guest lecture on Science & Technology Reporting »
Media internship presentations of batch 2020
Students of the outgoing (2020) batch of Department of Journalism and Mass Communication shared their internship experiences during a session organized by the department at the college conference hall on August 25, 2023. The students did their internship with various leading news organizations and advertising agencies. Some students also shared their freelance work with international news outlets.
Principal, Prof. (Dr.) Ruhi Jan Kanth lauded the efforts of the students during the internship stints. On the occasion, » Read more about: Media internship presentations of batch 2020 »
Interaction session on Data Journalism
Department of Journalism and Mass Communication organised an interaction session with noted Data Journalist, Mr. Vijdan Mohammad Kawoosa on July 4, 2023.
Vijdan is currently working with international wire agency Reuters. He has previously worked with BBC and the Hindustan Times, covering major news events from across the world with data and graphics. Based in India, he focuses on the Asia Pacific region, covering a broad range of subjects including politics, conflict, health, environment and disasters. » Read more about: Interaction session on Data Journalism »
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