JK Policy Institute
Kashmir is known for its rivers and lakes worldwide, which act as a lifeline for the valley. These rivers as well as tributaries support both human and animal life in…
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The Hangul, scientifically known as Cervus hanglu ssp. hanglu, is a Kashmiri deer species facing a severe threat to its survival due to a combination of factors, primarily driven by…
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Forests play a significant role in preserving biodiversity, balancing the ecological system, and helping in reducing the adverse impacts of climate change. From supplying oxygen to acting as carbon sequestration,…
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Kashmir has beautiful aquatic ecosystems, which used to be a safe haven for many local fish species. These fish species are now facing a serious threat of decline. This scary…
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As the world’s population continues to grow exponentially, so does the scale of associated negative by-products and externalities in the environment. Among the bunch of degenerative implications of overpopulation is…
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The Kashmir Himalayas harbor a distinctive and rich ecosystem teeming with diverse flora and fauna. Renowned for its national parks, wildlife sanctuaries, and vibrant wildlife, the region, unfortunately, faces mounting…
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Kashmir Valley is known for its beautiful lakes all around the world. One of the lakes which is considered a gem lake in Kashmir is Dal Lake. The lake is…
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The Himalayas in Asia are some of the youngest mountains on Earth; formed 50 Ma ago due to the closure of the neo-Tethys sea and the subsequent collision of the…
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Humans have substantially changed a staggering 75% of our planet’s ice-free land surface while wildlife populations have decreased by an average of 68% in just four decades. The leading cause…
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Kashmir Valley is known for its natural beauty and wildlife throughout the world. However, the fragile ecosystems of Kashmir are facing a lot of problems that require immediate attention. Among…
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The magnificent valley of Kashmir is a popular tourist destination in India and is regarded as having a pure and pristine environment. Lamentably, this side of the story lives no…
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Dal Lake, with its stunning natural beauty, has been drawing people to Kashmir Valley for decades. Other than attracting thousands of tourists worldwide, the lake is home to many species…
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