It is time to move towards a climate-adaptive academic calendar
Schooling is a tough journey and often filled with pressures, expectations, and sacrifices. Studying is...
Streamlining teacher categories to boost efficiency and equity
In the vast and vibrant workforce of our school education system, teachers—despite carrying the same mission—remain shackled...
Remembering our childhood – through games, stories, and simple joys
In a small hamlet nestled between the chinars and the sparkling streams of Kashmir, lived...
Modern forensic scientists must evolve from courtroom consultants to proactive guardians of institutional integrity as delayed forensic reports are sabotaging criminal trials and enabling...
Manzoor Akash’s ‘Between Echoes and Shadows’ paints a rich picture of memories and modern-day challenges
Poetry is one of the highest forms of human expression....
In an era of curated appearances and technological facades, irony serves as a subtle tool to reveal uncomfortable truths and challenge societal contradictions—both in...
Rising incidents of drowning and risky water adventures threaten the future of Kashmir’s youth. Urgent action and awareness are needed to protect our children.
Kashmir...
There is a need for a trauma centre for life-saving emergency care
In recent years, the Government of India and various stakeholders have been giving...
Let’s recognise the profound role teachers play in shaping futures, nurturing potential, and guiding the next generation with wisdom, care, and vision
Dear Teacher, ‎
‎I hope...
While think tanks produce elegant theories of deterrence, the hungry mother knows war's true face: the empty pot, the unaffordable blanket, the medicine that...
This underreported issue demands societal awareness and collective action to ensure women’s safety and dignity
There are certain things which society considers abominable to such...
Rooted in Allah’s boundless mercy, forgiveness in Islam encourages believers to emulate divine compassion and cultivate spiritual growth through sincere repentance and forgiving others
Forgiveness...
India's ambitious corridor could slash logistics costs by 40% and position the country as the bridge between East and West
Launched at the G20 Summit...
Social media platforms are dismantling classical economic principles of scarcity and opportunity cost among young adults
In classical economics, a single individual is viewed as...
At CUK, students study democratic theory while being systematically excluded from decision-making processes that shape their education and lives. The mainstream parties and civil...
Jammu and Kashmir needs IT Act-notified labs, video witness protocols, and medico-legal tech to fully harness the new laws’ potential
As the new criminal laws—Bharatiya...
Five years after his passing, my father’s voice still echoes—in lessons, in silence, and in the quiet strength he instilled
As the calendar turns to...
The fate of this natural wonder rests on sustainable choices, mindful tourism, and a collective vow to protect paradise
Kashmir, often referred to as "Paradise...
I had heard about overcrowded coaches, delayed departures, and basic amenities, and I wondered whether it was worth the trouble. But my perception changed...
Why young Indians—torn between tradition and digital modernity—are the canaries in the coal mine of emotional dysfunction
In a contemporary, market-driven society, emotional life is...
Why empowering educators with training, recognition, and policy support is key to holistic community development in the valley
In Jammu and Kashmir, particularly in the...
Poverty is not merely about income—it is about choices, dignity, and opportunity
In Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), the conversation about poverty often takes a backseat...
Umar’s (RA) legacy offers timeless lessons in justice, humility, and steadfast devotion—guiding humanity in an age of moral challenges
In the glorious tapestry of Islamic...
To preserve the soul of the republic, the nation must prioritise critical thinking, philosophical education, and informed discourse in an age of distraction and...
Operationalising de-addiction centres and implementing inclusive policies are critical to addressing the escalating substance abuse emergency in the region
Substance abuse in Jammu & Kashmir...
The result? Mothers who once dreamed, laughed, and fought for their families now shrink into the background, their voices unheard, their hearts heavy with...