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How Urdu Poetry Transforms Heartache Into Humanity

Explore the profound ways Urdu captures the complexities of loss, offering solace and understanding beyond words By Hibban Showkat Everyone has lost something - perhaps a...

Teachers’ Day: Time to restore dignity and authority of teachers

By Malik Yaseen Teachers’ Day is meant to celebrate those who shape minds and build societies. Yet for many teachers, this day now feels hollow....

Prophet Muhammad (SAW): The Paradigm Of Ethical And Visionary Leadership

His (SAW’s) life exemplifies divine guidance, justice, compassion, and strategic foresight, and inspires principled leadership across all spheres today By Prof Hamidullah Marazi (Hamid Naseem...

Hazratbal, the Emblem, and the Law of Secular Balance

Respecting Sacred Spaces And National Symbols Is Essential For True Secularism The Hazratbal incident highlights the delicate balance between faith and sovereignty, reminding us that...

Teacher’s Day Reminds Us: Respect For Educators Must Go Beyond A Single Day

What hurts most is that the core of teaching is slipping away. Teachers hardly have time to connect with children, to inspire curiosity, or...

Robotic Surgery: A Revolutionary Breakthrough In Prostate Cancer Treatment

Advanced robotic technology offers greater precision, reduced recovery time, and improved outcomes, transforming the fight against prostate cancer for Indian men Dr Gaurav Garg Prostate cancer...

Teachers: Why The Sacred Profession Is Losing Its Soul In Kashmir

An apartheid system prevails in academia here, with permanent vs contractual divides poisoning learning. There is a need to reclaim the dignity of teachers...

Embracing Inner Peace: Breaking Free From Society’s Poisonous Traits

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 In...

Higher Education In Kashmir: Dreams At The Door, Doubts Within

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...

Rising tide of PCOD among young girls in J&K: A silent crisis in Kashmir’s health landscape

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 By...

A Teacher’s Note To A Student On Teachers’ Day

Hilal Bukhari My dear..., I feel truly delighted to receive your warm wishes on this auspicious occasion of Teachers’ Day. Your thoughtful words have filled my...

Kashmir Is Still Unprepared For The Next Flood

This is no longer a natural disaster. It is a man-made failure. And it will stay that way until leaders stop delivering the same...

A Global Awakening: How People Power Is Reshaping Western Policy On Palestine

While the West has not yet fully turned against Israel, it may only be a matter of time. The precious blood of hundreds of...

Teachers: The Nation Builders And Guardians Of Knowledge & Hope

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...

Another Warning From Waters: Lessons Kashmir Has Not Learned

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....

From Two to Many: SKUAST-K’s Forestry Faculty Saves Himalayan Alder from Disappearing in Kashmir Valley

    Srinagar :The Division of Silviculture & Agroforestry, Faculty of Forestry, Benhama Ganderbal, SKUAST-Kashmir, is leading a pioneering conservation effort to revive Alnus nitida—the Western...

Allama Iqbal’s Prophetic Warning: How The Poet Foresaw Modern Knowledge Systems Eroding Faith And Tradition

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...

From Dust We Came: Islam’s Challenge To Caste System  

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...

The Timeless Power Of Books: Guardians Of Knowledge, Heart, And Humanity

In an age of digital dominance, books continue to nurture minds, soothe souls, and connect generations, reminding us of the enduring essence of human...

Islam As The Religion Of The Future: A Spiritual Response To Modern Crises

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...

Distraction: The Silent Enemy; And The Power Of Focus

Distractions steal our focus, fragment our moments, and quietly rob our lives. Learning to master focus is the key to unlocking true potential and...

Teachers’ Day: My Tribute To Mr Farooq Ahmad Wagay

On this Teachers' Day, I wish to pay tribute to a highly respected former government teacher from Tullamulla, Ganderbal, Mr Farooq Ahmad Wagay. Though...

General English Downgraded, Scholars Gasping For Survival

Implementation of NEP 2020 in Jammu and Kashmir has marginalised English studies, threatening the future of scholars and the quality of higher education. Urgent...

The Vanishing Smile: Why Modern Life Is Making Us Forget How To Be Happy

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...

The Myth Of Western Superiority: Power, Not Principles

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...

The Phubbing Pandemic: How Smartphones Are Silently Shattering Social Bonds

Despite the promises of digital connectivity, smartphones threaten to erode genuine social bonds, urging us to prioritise presence, attention, and human warmth over distraction...

A Vocational Teacher’s Open Plea For Dignity And Justice

Decades of neglect have left vocational educators underpaid, overworked, and without recognition. They demand systemic reforms to restore dignity, support, and fair treatment in...

Climate Crisis In J&K: Rising Disasters, Shrinking Glaciers Demand Urgent Action

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...

The Myth Of Western Superiority: Power, Not Principles

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...

How private tuition threatens the soul of learning

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...

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