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A retired Principal’s 10-point plan to empower teachers for modern classrooms

Nasir Hussain Peerzada Transforming the educational landscape of our schools requires a deliberate and systemic focus on strengthening teacher competencies. In an era marked by...

Fazlur Rahman’s Prescription For A Modern Islamic Intellectual Revival

As Muslims grapple with a complex world, the renowned 20th century scholar’s landmark work ‘Islam and Modernity’ offers a blueprint for evolving intellectual expressions...

‘The Hollow Report Card’: Kashmir’s Education System Is Built On Pressure, Not Learning

When learning becomes a burden, the future loses its light By Babar ul Aslam For years, I have been teaching students from different private schools across...

Electricity (Amendment) Bill, 2025: Reforming The Electricity Sector

Press Information Bureau The Electricity (Amendment) Bill, 2025, is a major step toward transforming India’s power system to meet the needs of a rapidly growing...

Empowering India’s Workforce: Trade Union Perspectives On Inclusive Labour Code Reforms

By Girish Arya The aspiration of a “Viksit Bharat” can be achieved only when the nation’s hardworking workforce is treated with dignity, provided with protection,...

Blueprint For An Inclusive Kashmir: Reforming The Startup Ecosystem To Bridge The Research-Enterprise Gap

This article reveals a widening gap between J&K's entrepreneurial vision and its implementation, where public resources meant for independent startups are being diverted, and...

The Artificial Intelligence Era Is Here. Is The Law Ready?

Understanding AI’s impact, risks, and the need for responsible legal frameworks to ensure human-centric innovation Shahzad Ali The pace at which technology is growing today is...

An Open Letter To J&K Education Minister

Mohammad Nadeem Subject: Appeal for intervention in non-payment of winter salaries and unjust termination of private school teachers Hon’ble Education Minister Ms Sakeena Itoo Through the medium of...

How Social Media Is Eroding The Ethics That Define Us

As social media turns public shaming into a sport, a powerful argument reminds us that the highest ethic is to conceal a sinner's fault,...

‘We are silent nation builders’: A teacher’s plea for respect and fair wages

Soliha Jeelani When I began teaching, I was a young girl with little patience and no experience. Over eight years, the classroom became my greatest...

Transform The Doctoral System Or Shut It Down

Too many PhD programmes are producing an excess of doctoral holders for available positions. Either close some down or transform the rest. by Younus M...

Remembering Professor Marghoob Banihali: A Literary Ambassador Of Kashmiri Culture

Kashmir will remember him not merely as a poet or scholar but as a cultural ambassador, a bridge connecting generations through language, faith, and...

Your Data, Your Rights: India’s New DPDP Rules Put Citizens In Control

The Digital Personal Data Protection Act and Rules establish a citizen-centric framework, empowering individuals with clear rights and setting a phased, 18-month compliance timeline...

Why Students Should Build Portfolios—Not CVs—In The Age Of Artificial Intelligence

The world doesn’t need more polished CVs. It needs evidence of curiosity, initiative, and innovation. Portfolios deliver that. Dr Reyaz Ahmad             In a world increasingly shaped...

How Science, Faith, And Poetry Answer Nihilism’s Challenge

The article concludes powerfully that nihilism itself can be a ‘threshold’ rather than an endpoint. By unmasking false certainties, it invites us to a...

Why Young Indians No Longer Trust Politics

Young Indians are often told that they are the future of the nation, yet they rarely feel that the future belongs to them By Abuzaid...

Lessons From Japan: The Power Of Human Capital In Achieving True Development

True development isn't in concrete but in cultivating citizens of intellect, discipline, and purpose – the real infrastructure that enables a nation to rule...

The Power Of Selflessness: A Virtue That Transforms Lives And Society

The importance of altruism in teaching and personal well-being, and how it promotes kindness and happiness By Muntashir Kifayat Hussain Selflessness is a core component of...

The Rising Toll Of India’s Unexplained Tragedies

From Delhi to Budgam, a series of violent incidents and accidents is creating a collective anxiety, urging a national reckoning on safety, empathy, and...

A Forensic Dissection Of The Nowgam Police Station Explosion

The death of forensic experts and personnel in a police station blast underscores the non-negotiable need for specialised facilities, trained teams, and strict adherence...

The Complete Self: Why Love Demands Nothing And Gives Everything

This article argues that true love is not a state to be achieved, but a self-sufficient act of giving born from an inner sense...

The Price Of Pet Love: Are We Pampering Animals While Neglecting Humanity?

As spending on pets soars, let’s explore the societal cost of this indulgence when orphaned children struggle for an education Dr Bilal Ahmad A new social...

Bihar’s Verdict And The Emerging Grammar Of Indian Politics

Hardeep Singh Puri The people of Bihar have delivered a mandate whose weight goes well beyond the arithmetic of seats. The National Democratic Alliance has...

Where Are The Children’s Voices In Our Newspapers?

My desire to read an interesting children's story from the newspaper while holding my son Pragyan in my lap on Sunday morning remained unfulfilled....

Rashid Yahya Naqash: A Living Legend Of Wildlife Conservation

In an era where ecological challenges are intensifying, personalities like Mr Naqash stand as beacons of hope, reminding us that true conservation begins with...

Time For J&K To Join The Global Academic Wave Of Islamic Finance

Islamic economics and finance must be introduced in regional higher education to align with international standards and expand opportunities Vy Dr Bilal Ahmad Islamic finance, now...

A Linguistic Approach To Mastering The English Language

Exploring theories of language origin, phonetic foundations, and effective learning strategies for fluency Mohd Ishaq Shah How did language come into being? Linguists have cited various theories...

Dr Mohammad Manzoor Alam: Scholar, Advocate, And Champion Of Justice!

His 2004 letter to the US President George Bush combined scholarly insight with a moral plea for responsible global leadership By Prof Hamid Naseem Rafiabadi Dr...

Polishing Genocide: Israel’s Desperate War To Erase History

For Palestinians and all who champion justice, this battle for history is as consequential as the genocide itself. Israel must not be allowed to...

Healing The Emptiness: The Four Dimensions Of Human Mastery

Drawing on Imam Ali (AS), Yasmin Mogahed and Murtaza Mutahhari, a guide to harmonising body, mind, environment, and spirit through prayer By Fida Hussain Bhat In...

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