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Remembering Naaz Sahib – A Distinguished Teacher Who Lit Candles For Generations

Fascinated by worlds beyond his horizon, a young Naaz Sahib secretly subscribed to Soviet Land and Reader's Digest. By the eleventh grade, his first...

Breast Cancer In Kashmir: Why Mortality Remains Disproportionately High Despite Rising Awareness

Breast cancer has emerged as one of the most common female cancers in Jammu and Kashmir. The average age at diagnosis is roughly 45...

An Elected Govt That Cannot Decide: Who Takes Responsibility In J&K’s Hybrid Administrative Structure?

Most decision-making power rests with the office of the Lieutenant Governor. The ongoing debate over statehood restoration, land protection, and job opportunities further complicates...

Eid-Ul-Adha: A Living Moral Philosophy, Not A One-Day Celebration

Faith without sacrifice is incomplete, prosperity without charity is hollow, and worship without humanity is meaningless. True greatness lies not in what one possesses,...

Sacrifice And Its Spirit: An Independent Explanatory Study

The Qur'an states that for every community, a method of sacrifice has been established so that the name of God may be mentioned over...

Eid Al-Adha: Before The Animal, Sacrifice The Self

It is not their meat nor their blood that reaches Allah, but it is your piety that reaches Him (Quran 22:37). Before proceeding with...

Obedience, Sacrifice, And Humanity: The Three Pillars Of Eid-Ul-Adha

A student sacrifices comfort for education. Parents sacrifice their happiness for their children. Teachers sacrifice their time to build nations. True faith is tested...

The Greatest Crisis Before Kashmir Today Is Not Political or Economic—It Is Moral

The Valley once earned the title of Peer Waer not because it possessed shrines alone, but because spirituality was visible in behaviour. The real...

The Real Cost Of Social Media Validation

Behind the perfectly edited photos and carefully crafted captions lies a pressure that most people rarely talk about. Today, social media often feels less...

No Imperial Decree Banned Kashmiri Language. We Surrendered It Voluntarily, Almost Politely

The tragedy is this: we are not being robbed. We are giving it away freely, willingly, and often proudly. A language is never merely...

New Evidence On Colonoscopy And Colorectal Cancer Prevention: What A 13-Year Study Reveals

Colorectal cancer developed in 1.46% of individuals offered screening compared with 1.80% in the non-screening group. But the impact on reducing deaths was more...

A State Must Protect Land, But It Must Also Protect Dignity

An estate protects property; a State protects people. The moment the defence of land becomes more important than the dignity of citizens, the State...

Unseasonal Storms, Unseen Sufferings

The erratic intensity of weather has plunged the valley into an agricultural, social, and humanitarian crisis that will leave its imprint for years to...

Nikah: A Sacred Bond, Not A Cinematic Romance

Islam never presented marriage as merely a temporary emotional experience built on excitement or endless romance. Nikah is a sacred bond, an act of...

Sovereignty, Palestine, And Power Vacuum: The Urgent Need For A United Arab Initiative

A unified Arab position must move past mere rhetoric into concrete action to hold Israel accountable, working ceaselessly toward the freedom of Palestine and...

Everyday Life Under Power, War, And Policy: A Critical Contemporary Synthesis

Decisions made in distant centres of authority quietly enter daily experience through work, schooling, movement, healthcare, and digital systems. Over time, power becomes less...

AI In Nursing: Smarter, Safer, And More Accessible Healthcare—Without Replacing The Human Touch

By embracing innovation responsibly, the nursing profession can lead the way towards smarter, safer, and more accessible healthcare for all Nusrat Manzoor   Artificial Intelligence (AI)...

Plastic Pollution Is Ruining Kashmir’s Natural Beauty

If plastic pollution continues unchecked, the environmental and economic consequences could become irreversible. The need of the hour is collective action, responsibility, and a...

The Changing Climate Of Kashmir: A Statistical Perspective

Climate change is no longer a warning for the future. In Jammu and Kashmir, it is becoming a visible reality written in melting glaciers,...

Time To Bring Back Track-Two Diplomacy?

When formal diplomacy is constrained by political inflexibility, strategic mistrust, and political posturing, informal dialogue between academics, former diplomats, and defence experts becomes essential....

The Rise Of ‘Cockroach Janta Party’ And The Crisis Of Democratic Trust

A meme party with no ideology has engaged India's youth more effectively than real political organisations. That should worry every democracy. When citizens begin...

Why Parenting Is An Ultimate Act Of Transformation?

Our children are growing up in digitally distracted environments, competitive cultures, and emotionally stressed households. Our responsibility is about creating a safe zone for...

Student Speaks-  Honesty: The Great Virtue That Leads To A Peaceful And Successful Future

Success achieved through honesty and hard work brings real happiness and satisfaction. Honesty helps create a peaceful and strong society. When people are honest...

Seeking Knowledge Is An Obligation Upon Every Muslim—But What Knowledge Is Truly Beneficial?

Prophet Muhammad (SAW’s) supplication, "O Allah, I seek refuge in You from knowledge that does not benefit" (Sahih Muslim), introduces the concept of 'ilmnāfi'...

A Multi-Pronged Approach Is Needed To Combat Online Gambling

Schools and NGOs should conduct awareness programs. Parents must monitor screen time and transaction details. Celebrities should be held accountable for promoting betting platforms....

A Decade Of Delay, A Crisis On The Plate: Institutional Indifference Is Poisoning Kashmir

Ten years ago, cheating required a middleman and a photocopy machine. Today, a WhatsApp group does the job in under 5 minutes. When the...

How The NDPS Act Evolved To Distinguish Between Users And Traffickers

Enacted in 1985, the NDPS Act marked a decisive shift from regulating drugs as revenue to prohibiting them as a threat to public health....

Kashmir’s Strawberries: A Nutritional Powerhouse With A Growing Promise

Harvested in just 10–15 days in May, strawberries offer more Vitamin C than an orange and multiple health benefits. Market prices range from Rs...

The True Meaning Of Qurbani

Hazrat Ibrahim (AS) was blessed with a son at eighty-six. Then he was asked to sacrifice that same son. The fundamental purpose is to...

In Memory Of An Exemplary Soul

Aadil Bashir Khan, aka John Aadil Khan, was a template for youngsters striving for success. May Allah grant him Jannah. Zeeshan Rasool Khan Encapsulated in the...

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