When children are turned into Social Media Content
Mohammad Nadeem In today’s era of digital influence, many schools have gradually transformed from institutions of learning into stages for social media display. What once used to be a sacred space for nurturing intellect, character, and values is now witnessing a troubling trend: using children as content for online popularity. This shift is not only […]
Illusion of being ‘always online’
Dr. Satyavan Saurabh The growing influence of social media is having a profound impact on the mental balance and lifestyle of young people. The competition for likes, views, and followers has pushed them under an invisible pressure, where digital recognition is becoming the basis of self-confidence. Scrolling for hours, staying online all the time, and […]
Sawalkote HEP: A Ray of Hope for Ramban’s Forgotten Communities
Navaid Ahmed In the winding hills of Ramban district, where the Chenab River flows like a silver ribbon through deep valleys, lie villages that have long been on the margins of progress. Pogal, Paristan, and Neel remote communities along NH44—have witnessed promises of development come and go, only to remain on the sidelines. Roads were […]
When law and society stand face to face
Dr. Priyanka Saurabh “Freedom and tradition—both are right in their own right, but when they collide, the first thing to break is the ordinary family. The law does its work, society persists, and caught in the middle is the family that has neither rebelled nor committed a crime—yet it becomes the biggest victim.” In a […]
Coaching institutions poisoning the learning ecosystem
Mohammad Nadeem Over the last decade, Kashmir has seen an explosive rise in private coaching institutions. What was originally meant to support classroom learning has now transformed into a dominant parallel education industry. These centres promise success, guarantee ranks, and portray themselves as saviours of academic excellence. But behind the glamorous advertisements, tall claims, and […]
Clean your bed before sleeping
Dr Aftab Jan You clean your bed before sleeping. This simple habit saves your health. Your body releases sweat, oil, and dead skin cells every night. Science reports that a human body sheds thousands of skin particles while sleeping. These particles collect inside the mattress, pillow, and blanket. Dust mites feed on these particles. They […]
Dharmendra: The ‘He Man’ of Bollywood
Dr. Satyavan Saurabh Dharmendra’s passing is not just the loss of an actor, but the end of an era. Rising from rural soil to the heights of cinema, this artist won millions of hearts not with his acting, but with his simplicity and humanity. From romance to action and comedy—he brought the truth of life […]
The Prison of Bias and the Courage of Philosophy
Sahil Swe A mind that decides too quickly what is true, performs a quiet betrayal. In that single act, it shuts the door on every new idea that might have entered. A closed mind doesn’t just ignore new information—it suffocates the very possibility of understanding. It is like locking the door and throwing away the […]
The standard of happiness and the reality
Dr. Satyavan Saurabh The World Happiness Report annually assesses a country’s happiness and contentment. However, for a country as vast, diverse, and culturally complex as India, this report often fails to reflect the deeper realities of society. India’s ranking often appears above 100, even though during this same period, India has achieved significant achievements in […]
The struggles of the specially abled children
Mohammad Hanief Specially abled children in Jammu and Kashmir continue to fight an unseen yet unyielding battle for dignity, inclusion, and opportunity. Their struggle begins at birth and persists throughout their lives, defined not only by physical or cognitive challenges but also by a society that still struggles to see them as equals. Beneath the […]