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  »