True strength lies in shedding hate, ego, and jealousy. Discover how genuine peace and self-awareness can transform your life beyond societal judgments.
By Shah Muneeb
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Despite aspirations and accessible opportunities, declining admissions reveal deep-seated doubts and challenges that Kashmir’s universities must address to inspire confidence and hope among the...
Urbanisation, stress, and lack of awareness fuel increasing cases of Polycystic Ovarian Disease, demanding urgent action to protect women’s reproductive health and future generations
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Hilal Bukhari
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I feel truly delighted to receive your warm wishes on this auspicious occasion of Teachers’ Day. Your thoughtful words have filled my...
As Kashmir celebrated Teachers’ Day alongside Eid-e-Milad, let’s reflect on the sacred role of educators in shaping character, nurturing values, and guiding society towards...
Analysing the causes, impacts, and urgent steps needed to prevent future disasters in a region vulnerable to climate-induced floods
September brings bitter memories to Kashmir....
We face a digital fitnah, where social media and AI threaten Islamic scholarship, while our scholars and academics engage in frivolous online debates. It’s...
Islamic teachings challenge the caste system and promote universal brotherhood
 beyond social hierarchies. Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) said: “No Arab has superiority over a non-Arab—no black...
In an age of digital dominance, books continue to nurture minds, soothe souls, and connect generations, reminding us of the enduring essence of human...
Exploring how Islam’s growing demographic, spiritual depth, and ethical vision position it as a central force in shaping humanity’s future amid global challenges and...
On this Teachers' Day, I wish to pay tribute to a highly respected former government teacher from Tullamulla, Ganderbal, Mr Farooq Ahmad Wagay. Though...
Implementation of NEP 2020 in Jammu and Kashmir has marginalised English studies, threatening the future of scholars and the quality of higher education. Urgent...
Happy Faces Seem Scarce
From rising pressures and unrealistic expectations to digital disconnect and societal stresses, explore why genuine happiness and spontaneous smiles are becoming...
Beyond the polished narrative of progress and virtue, the West’s rise was propelled by force and exclusion. Embracing a plural future requires confronting this...
Despite the promises of digital connectivity, smartphones threaten to erode genuine social bonds, urging us to prioritise presence, attention, and human warmth over distraction...
Decades of neglect have left vocational educators underpaid, overworked, and without recognition. They demand systemic reforms to restore dignity, support, and fair treatment in...
As floods, landslides, and droughts threaten livelihoods and ecosystems, a multi-pronged strategy is needed to build resilience and safeguard the region’s future
Climate change has...
Beyond the polished narrative of progress and virtue, the West’s rise was propelled by force and exclusion. Embracing a plural future requires confronting this...
Society faces a critical choice: nurture curious, critical thinkers or perpetuate a cycle of rote memorisation and disillusionment
Education is often described as the backbone...
As India advances technologically and infrastructurally, the true next milestone must focus on restoring empathy, ensuring equitable access, and making care genuinely patient-focused, because...
‘We are not powerless. We are not alone. We just think we are’
Every year, as wildfires blacken continents, floods submerge cities, and heat-waves claim...
Repeated paper leaks, delays, and lack of transparency threaten the hopes of thousands. Urgent reforms are needed to restore faith in the recruitment process.
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The race for sophistication threatens our valley’s timeless simplicity and cultural essence
Simplicity has always been the heartbeat of Kashmiri life. It breathed through the...
Transparent costs, special provisions for J&K, and key guidelines to help aspiring pilgrims plan their spiritual journey effectively
Kashmiris are naïve when it comes to...
When Nature Strikes Back
Innovative people-led initiatives, coupled with robust government support, offer a pathway toward sustainable recovery and resilience in the face of devastating...
Today, true innovation demands responsibility. Entrepreneurs must become solution architects not just for markets, but for humanity. Every product, process, and platform we create...