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Pahalgam-Like Attacks Hit Hard The Kashmiri

In the aftermath of the horrible attack, the voices of Kashmiris deserve to be heard—not judged—with empathy Once again, Kashmir is in the news for...

A Woman’s Journey Through Adversity

My heart aches for the woman who has endured such profound and relentless hardship. From a life-threatening autoimmune disorder to the devastating diagnosis of...

World Book Day: Rekindling The Light Of Knowledge In Kashmir

Do not lose the thread of your soul’s story, for in it lies the way to your salvation: Sheikh-ul-Alam (Nund Rishi) Kashmir, often called Pir...

Haf Kol: Bandipora’s Dying Waterbody And The Crisis Of Collective Conscience

Once a lifeline to Wular Lake, this seasonal stream now gasps under waste and apathy. Can legal action, community revival, and sustainable models undo...

The Myth Of Conquest: Why Gaza Will Never Be Subdued By Israel

To conquer a place is to fundamentally subdue its population. This must be clearly differentiated from 'occupation', a specific legal term that governs the...

SKUAST-Kashmir: Unleashing Unlimited Learning Opportunities In Agriculture

The university has emerged as a hub of innovation, research and sustainable development for future leaders Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir...

Pahalgam Bleeds: The Valley Weeps, Humanity Responds

In the wake of violence against innocent tourists, Kashmiri locals defy hatred with courage and compassion, which highlights a united spirit amidst tragedy On 22nd...

Terrorism Has No Religion

How media bias and misrepresentation distort religious teachings and promote division instead of understanding Every religion advocates love, peace, humanity, and mutual respect. Regardless of...

Baisaran Burns, The Valley Weeps

To escape their crowded cities, to breathe the fresh air of Baisaran, to touch the snow, to smile in the lap of our beloved...

The Disappearance Of Manners And Haya In Students: A Modern Crisis

From disrespect in classrooms to reckless online behaviour—why today’s youth need a moral revival, and how parents and teachers can lead the way In today’s...

Preserving The Legacy: The Legal And Moral Battle To Save Walnut And Chinar Trees In Jammu & Kashmir

Once upon a time, the landscapes of Jammu and Kashmir were defined by the graceful sway of chinar leaves in the breeze and the...

The Decline Of Teacher’s Diaries In J&K Schools

How a powerful NEP 2020 instrument for reflection and growth became just another box-ticking exercise A teacher’s diary is a research document, a collection of...

Dark Side Of Climate Research: How Billions In Green Funds Fail The Planet

Climate activist Bill McKibben once called climate change “the most important question that there ever was, highlighting it as one of the greatest challenges...

The Power Of Page-Turning

The irony of pushing academic success while banishing the joy of reading — and what it costs our kids During my childhood, I had acquaintances...

The Proud Nurse

In today’s rapidly evolving healthcare system, the demand for trained professionals is higher than ever—doctors, lab technicians, OT specialists, and yes, nurses. Yet, a...

From Chalk To Change: How Kashmir’s Classrooms Are Embracing NEP 2020

As a teacher in Kashmir, I have witnessed several waves of change in our education system. But none have been as profound, inclusive, and...

Environmental Sanitation In Jammu And Kashmir: A Journey Towards Cleanliness

Addressing water pollution and promoting sustainable sanitation practices in the valley The Kashmir Valley once boasted of the purest water bodies, but with the rapid...

Nizammuddin To Africa – Dawah Journey To Senegal

This marks my first write-up on our dawah visit to Africa, and more will follow in a series covering the events and programs that...

Understanding Costochondritis And Role Of Physiotherapy In Its Effective Management

Costochondritis, an often-misdiagnosed musculoskeletal condition, presents with anterior chest wall pain that mimics cardiac or pulmonary issues. Despite extensive investigations, patients may not find...

How Peace, Trust And Stability Keep Civilisations Alive

As conflict threatens global cultural sites, Turkmenistan and India offer a model for preservation through cooperation and neutrality Cultural heritage, encompassing both tangible assets like...

Earth Day 2025: Harnessing ‘Our Power’ To Save ‘Our Planet’

Why this year’s focus on renewable energy demands urgent action — and how everyone can contribute Earth Day is celebrated annually on April 22. This...

‘Echoes From The Mountains And The Valley’: Dr Fazal Wani’s Poetic Ode To Kashmir And Ladakh

“Echoes from the Mountains and the Valley”, a new book by Dr Fazal Wani, is a heartfelt collection of reflections and prose that captures...

The Loneliness Epidemic: A Silent Crisis In A Connected World

Social media promised to bring us together, but in the process, it may have driven us further apart Your phone lights up with a notification-...

Fix Your Prayer To Fix Your Life 

How aligning your Salah can transform your physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being – insights from Islamic teachings and modern thought Islam is primarily a religion...

Chaos In The Cloud: How Fake News Fuels Tensions And Undermines Trust

With self-styled journalists and influencers peddling sensationalism for clicks, Kashmir’s social media landscape is drowning in distortion. Can media literacy and accountability stem the...

Steppe Eagle Rescued After 12-Hour Struggle, Plastic Waste Poses Growing Threat to Wildlife

In a dramatic and heart-wrenching rescue effort, a steppe eagle was saved after being found hanging helplessly from a tall Chinar tree, its legs...

Article 142: A Sword Of Complete Justice Or Unbridled Power

Article 142 of the Indian Constitution grants the Supreme Court extraordinary powers to pass any decree or order necessary for doing complete justice in...

Commodifying Labour: Urban Company’s Insta Help: A Quick Solution Or Modern-Day Slavery?

As Urban Company launches its Insta Help programme promising rapid home maid services, questions arise about the implications of worker exploitation and the true...

Beneath The Surface: Is The Trump-Netanyahu ‘Unthinkable’ About To Erupt?

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's recent visit to Washington was no ordinary trip. The consensus among Israeli analysts, barring a few remaining loyalists, is...

From Oxford Of Pulwama To Neglected Ruins: The Urgent Call To Revive Gousia Institute

Once a beacon of integrated Islamic and scientific learning, this premier institution now stands in decay - its restoration a test of community's commitment...

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