Where gold speaks
By: K S S Pillai The adage, “Where gold speaks, every tongue is silent,” summarizes the social position of gold, a highly sought-after metal. Though the price of gold has touched the sky, the shops selling ornaments are always crowded. The first thing that strikes you when you open the newspaper in the morning is […]
The Silent Crisis: Drug Addiction, Social Isolation destroying lives
By: Tawheed Parvaiz Bhat Kashmir is facing a growing but silent crisis — a crisis that is not only destroying the lives of individuals but tearing apart the social fabric of our community. Drug addiction, once limited to isolated cases, has now become a fashion among all age groups, accompanied by a dangerous increase in […]
Darbagh Shopian residents demand construction of bridge over Nallah Tongri
Shopian: The residents of Darbagh Watchi area in the Zainapora subdivision of South Kashmir’s Shopian district have reiterated their demand for the construction of a bridge over Nallah Tongri, a vital connectivity point that has been in a state of disrepair since 2014. Locals said the existing bridge was severely damaged during the 2014 floods […]
Tanishq unveils its latest Kundan Stories Collection
Srinagar: Tanishq, unveiled its latest Kundan Stories Collection, celebrating artisanal gold craftsmanship through exquisite design and unparalleled artistry. With Akshaya Tritiya and the summer wedding season on the horizon, this collection underscores Tanishq’s commitment to offering intricately handcrafted masterpieces that seamlessly blend heritage with contemporary elegance. With designs that capture the beauty and celebration of […]
Nothing achieved, nothing will be achieved by terrorism: Dy CM
Jammu: Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary on Monday stated that neighbouring country has gained nothing from decades of violence in Jammu and Kashmir and will continue to fall in its designs. Speaking to reporters in Jammu, Choudhary said that Pakistan must realise that it has gained nothing from its decades-long interference in Jammu and Kashmir. […]
Woman dies after setting herself ablaze in Hazratbal in Sgr
Srinagar: A woman from Hazratbal Srinagar died on Monday after setting herself ablaze at Hazratbal area of Srinagar, officials said. An official confirming the incident said that a lady set herself ablaze in a room in the first floor of a three-storeyed building at Hazratbal area of Srinagar city. He said the fire call was […]
DC Ramban visits flash flood-affected areas, condolences with bereaved families
Reviews restoration efforts RAMBAN: To express grief and sympathy with the families of three deceased individuals—including an elderly person and two children—and to assess losses and ongoing restoration efforts, Deputy Commissioner Ramban, Baseer-Ul-Haq Chaudhary today visited the Bagna area and adjoining villages affected by recent flash floods and a cloudburst in the district. Accompanied by […]
Understanding the Quote: Mathematics as a Unifying Language
By: Dr. Reyaz Ahmad At its core, mathematics is about recognizing patterns and relationships. While the objects under study might seem unrelated at first glance, mathematical structures often reveal hidden connections. This act of naming is not merely linguistic—it is conceptual. It means that different phenomena, which behave similarly under certain rules, can be studied […]
The NH-44 Landslide in Ramban!
By: Syed Suhail Geelani In the early days of April 2025, a familiar silence in the Ramban hills was broken—this time, by the roar of sliding earth. The recent landslide on National Highway 44 in Ramban district (Jammu & Kashmir) in April 2025 once again brought attention to the fragile nature of infrastructure in the […]
Endometriosis: Research shows changing diet may reduce pain
By: Philippa Saunders, Andrew Horne and Francesca Hearn-Yeates Endometriosis affects nearly 200 million people worldwide. This chronic condition is characterised by tissue resembling the lining of the womb growing outside of the uterus. This common condition has devastating effects on patients’ wellbeing. It causes chronic pain (particularly during their periods), infertility and symptoms similar to […]
