JK polls: 83-year old man plants sapling near Mendhar polling booth ahead of voting
Mendhar (Poonch): An octogenarian Kashmiri here on Wednesday did not just cast his ballot but made a strong case for democracy in the strife-torn region when he planted a sapling near the booth before he voted. Akbar Khan, 83, who was accompanied by his family, cast his vote in the border constituency of Mendhar in […]
Creating young leaders
By: Priyanka Saurabh Indian politics is defined as a “young country, old leaders”. Most of the young leaders who have made their mark in Indian politics belong to large political families, which are extremely influential socio-politically. There is no systematic mechanism in place that can help and guide student leaders to advance in legislative politics. […]
Why am I more likely to get sick? And how can I boost my immune system?
By: Sathana Dushyanthen It has been a long winter, filled with many viruses and cost-of-living pressures, on top of the usual mix of work, study, life admin and caring responsibilities. Stress is an inevitable part of life. In short bursts, our stress response has evolved as a survival mechanism to help us be more alert […]
Parents help us learn from mistakes
By: Mohammad Nadeem Parents are the pillars of our lives, providing unconditional love, support, and guidance. One of their most significant roles is being the erasers of our mistakes. From childhood to adulthood, parents help us learn from our errors, forgive us when we falter, and provide the tools to grow. This essay explores the […]
Assembly Elections-2024: Enthusiastic participation marks commencement of Postal Voting in Baramulla
BARAMULLA: Postal voting for eligible voters in essential services and those on election duty commenced today across all the seven assembly constituencies of Baramulla district, ensuring that every eligible voter, regardless of their professional commitments, has the opportunity to exercise their democratic right. The measure, allowing postal voting for these voters, is aimed at guaranteeing […]
