Phari is a traditional winter dish in Kashmir, a reddish-brown smoked fish believed to provide great resistance against diseases related to cold. Mostly the phari is cooked with collard greens (haakh) and the dish is locally known as “Phari Haakh”. The dish still remains one of the tastiest and nutritious delicacies in winters. The preparation […]
Trees form the most essential component of our environment. They take in sunlight, water and carbon dioxide to produce oxygen which helps support all forms of life on earth. Without trees, survival is impossible as there will be no food for animals or human beings. We simply cannot live without trees. Trees are like the […]
When it comes to physical health, we are so conscious and aware these days. We know everything about super-foods, the latest diet trends or workouts, but when it comes to mental health, the awareness is just not there. Many of us aren’t even aware that we may be suffering from mental health issues. The Psychiatric […]
People often say, with pride, ‘I’m not interested in politics.’ They might as well say, ‘I’m not interested in my standard of living, my health, my job, my rights, my freedoms, my future or anyone’s future.’ If we mean to keep any control over our world and lives, we must be interested in politics. Whenever […]
Dear Mr Mir Majeed sahab, I wish you, Sir, a happy and beautiful life ahead. It is difficult to find words to praise your selfless service, dedication and honesty. You are not only a teacher who educated me but a mentor. I’m writing to you not just as a former student, but as a son. […]
Contrary to what most political analysts believe, the people of Kashmir valley, especially its Muslim residents, don’t necessarily remain aloof, unconcerned or disinterested in the political, social and cultural events happening in mainland India. The political developments and shenanigans happening in Delhi and major Indian states like Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal are, in […]
The tonga, a horse-driven carriage, is more than a means of transport. It is the torch bearer of our rich cultural heritage. It is now extinct and obsolete due to modern transport and the massive use of motor cars by people. We fear that our coming generations may not know much about tongas and that […]
WORLD CANCER DAY: Feb 4 We all know how in the year 2020 thousands of lives were claimed by Covid-19, but there are some diseases which have been there since long and have caused much more pain and suffering. Cancer is one of them. To make people aware of the disease, we dedicate a specific […]
The word CANCER carries much heavier weight than the 6 letters in the spelling. To some, it is the very pronouncement of doom. Whilst all cancers are not painful or life threatening, the diagnosis itself generates significant emotional turmoil and a constant sense of insecurity. One can understandably be enveloped by multiple worries of pain, […]
Some people who say they are working for religion may misunderstand or misrepresent their religion. Therefore, it is wrong to form an opinion about a religion from the activities of such people. The best way to understand a religion is through its sacred source. The sacred source of Islam is the Qur’an. The Qur’an is […]