JK Policy Institute
The year 2023 was recorded as the hottest in the past 173 years. To assess the impact, the World Economic Forum’s (WEF) Global Risks Report 2024 identified climate change as…
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Disclaimer: This commentary is inspired by a debate in political philosophy, and references Kashmir to make arguments more contextually relevant. It is not intended to advocate for replacing democracy-in whatever…
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Introduction The Kashmir Valley, often called “Paradise on Earth,” is celebrated for its stunning landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and distinct seasons. However, beneath this picturesque beauty lies a grim reality—seasonal…
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The 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act of India has been a transformative step in empowering local self-governments, known as Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) and strengthening democratic governance at the grassroots level.…
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Introduction: Improper disposal of garbage waste in the panchayats and municipalities of the Kashmir Valley is attracting wild animals into human habitations, leading to an increased risk of problematic interactions…
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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…
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Introduction The Harsh Reality of a Broken System Imagine this: After spending twelve to fifteen years in school, studying diligently to pass exams, a young Indian graduate steps out into…
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Introduction In 2015, the UN General Assembly passed resolution 70/1, titled ‘Transforming our world: the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development’ – a plan of action to achieve 17 Sustainable Development…
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Introduction In Delhi, the crisp winter air brings anything but joy. Every year, as the temperature drops, a thick, toxic smog blankets the city, turning it into an open-air gas…
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Background The Jammu and Kashmir Policy Institute (JKPI) hosted a special session in their Expert Talk Series titled “Transforming Education in Rural Communities: Lessons from Kargil”. The session aligns with Sustainable…
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From the disastrous Amazon rainforest fires (2024), California wildfires (2024), Indian heat waves (2024), and Pakistan floods (2022) to Black Summer (2020) in Australia, the earth is facing unprecedented threats…
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Background The Jammu and Kashmir Policy Institute (JKPI) hosted a special session in their Expert Talk Series titled “A Journalist’s Journey Through Environmental and Climate Change Challenges in Rural India”,…
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