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On corporal punishment: Why do teachers need to punish students?

Recently, the National Educational Policy Cell of the Directorate of School Education Kashmir issued an order which impressed upon all the school heads and...

Some reflections on cosmological models

The question that has fascinated man since he developed cognitive sense and set him thinking on, is what is the origin of this universe...

Local Body Elections: Challenges And Importance

The forthcoming local body polls in the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir are poised to play an absolutely pivotal role in shaping the...

‘Aze Kal Kya Chukh Karan?’

Society teaches us lessons of brotherhood, equality and unity but unfortunately these have been kept at bay in the worldly materialistic mesh In the so-called...

Humanity showcases the best and the worst of our species

Humanity, the collective essence of being human, encompasses a rich tapestry of emotions, intellect, and social connections. Rooted in the complex interplay of various...

Rectification of newly-written jamabandies

Many changes have been made in the Revenue Department by the administration and the most visible change that is people-friendly is the online revenue...

Paravets – The Unsung Heroes Of Animal Husbandry Department

Encourage inclusiveness and end disparity The 20th livestock census highlights that the livestock population of India is a whopping 536.76 million (2019-20). The total number...

How to be a good and impactful teacher in this technological and challenging world?

Teaching as a prophetic and noble profession needs to be handed over to the well-deserved and capable persons of society so that justice is...

Preserving privacy and dignity: Media’s role in family disputes

In recent times, a concerning trend has emerged in our society where family disputes are being exploited and sensationalized in the press. Instead of...

Battle For The Throne Gets Decisive Phase

In the upcoming 2024 elections, we find ourselves at a crucial juncture where the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) and the Indian National Congress (INC)...

Allama Iqbal EXPLAINS: Price Determination under Perfect Competition

Translated from Urdu ‘Ilm-ul-Iqtisad’ In the aforementioned example, the meanings of the laws of demand and supply are explained; however, the question remains as to...

The MISSING HALF – A deep, entrenched patriarchal structures of societies across globe

The Global Gender Gap Report 2021 published by World Economic Forum has remarked that though progress has been made we are still 135 years...

An Open Letter to VC Kashmir University

I hope this letter finds you in good health. With due respect, I wish to draw your attention to the slow and inefficient work...

Celebrating The Beauty Of Friendship And Unity

Life is a journey that is full of twists and turns. We face many challenges and difficulties along the way, and it can be...

Shielding innocence: A parent’s guide to navigating inappropriate content for a child’s brighter future

In today's digital age, the internet has become an indispensable part of our lives, and with it, the accessibility to various forms of media...

Jhelum – A River In Peril

If we deprive Jhelum of its flow route, it will make its way through our homes and wreak havoc like the one in 2014...

Conserve Nature To Save Human Lives

Since nature fulfills every need of humans, it is the responsibility of humans to do their bit to protect nature The danger hovering over nature...

Tourism holds immense value for Jammu and Kashmir

Jammu and Kashmir sums up an abundance of natural wonders that leave travelers awestruck. Nestled in the northernmost part of India, it is often...

Learning Beyond The Books: Importance Of Cultural Education Under NEP-2020

The world around us is constantly changing and so are the skills to survive in this dynamic world. With the advent of new technology...

On Suffering and Attachments

We must suffer to the end, to the moment when we stop believing in suffering: Emile M. Cioran It is truly remarkable that we possess...

Beyond Humans: A Nature-Centric Worldview

We, humans, must redefine ourselves as being a part of this planet like other living things and limit our intrusion for the larger cause...

US and Israel: Is the ‘unbreakable bond’ finally breaking?

Israeli President Isaac Herzog added nothing of great value in his speech at the United States Congress on July 19. His was the typical language....

Role and responsibility of Muslim youth

‘Our youth are uncertain, irresolute, and at a crossroads’ The youth are the future of this Ummah, they are the flag bearers of Islam who...

Educating for peace: Equipping students with capacity to resolve conflicts non-violently

As stated by Plato, education is “the capacity to feel pain and pleasure at the right moment”. Education is aimed to have physical, cognitive,...

Kashmir needs accountable Islamic microfinance institutions to boost local business ecosystem

An Islamic microfinance institution (IMFI) is a financial institution that operates according to the principles of Islamic finance. These institutions strictly forbid the payment...

How to overcome challenges in teaching and learning processes in schools?

The present trend of education has come up with a different outlook. It is challenging to overcome it with outdated solutions. To face every...

Lavender flowers bring ‘Purple Revolution’ in J&K. It is a buzzword today

People usually associate lavender with two specific traits: its fragrance and its color. But you may not know that the lavender flower and the...

Private Teachers – The Disadvantaged

Teaching is considered a noble profession, but unfortunately in Kashmir, this dictum connotes a different interpretation. A teacher lays the foundation of a healthy...

The Mindless Rivalry

The rivalry between India and Pakistan men's cricket teams is a world-famous phenomenon. There would be hardly any cricket lover in this world who...

Imam Hussain (RA) – An Epitome Of Perseverance, Indomitable Spirit, And The Ultimate Sacrifice

One of the most heinous tragedies in Islamic history happened on the day of Ashura. The love of fame and power by a so-called...

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