Rich in information but poor in wisdom: The Modern Dilemma
Saqib Rasheed We live in an age where information flows faster than thought. With a single tap, we can access facts, figures, and opinions from every corner of the world. Yet, despite this flood of data, genuine understanding feels rarer than ever. The world has become rich in information but poor in wisdom — and […]
Historic victory: Indian women’s cricket team creates new World Cup history
Dr. Priyanka Saurabh Today will forever be etched in golden letters in Indian sports history. The Indian women’s cricket team defeated South Africa to win the 2025 Cricket World Cup. This victory is not just a trophy, but a symbol of the indomitable spirit, determination, and struggle that have, over the years, given Indian women’s […]
Winter tutorials can act as game changer
Muntashir Kifayat Hussain As the winter break of 2025–26 is approaching, it is expected that the people at the helm of affairs will come up with more effective and rejuvenating winter tutorials. In my area Narabal (Budgam) alone there are about six elementary government schools (primary and middle), one government high school and one government […]
Mathematics: The Queen of all sciences has lost its crown
By Tawheed Parvaiz Bhat Mathematics is not merely a subject, it is the language of logic, precision, and truth. What makes it unique among all academic disciplines is its perfect blend of abstraction, logical reasoning, and real-world applicability. Unlike other fields that rely on experiments and observations, mathematics derives its truths through pure reasoning and […]
Mathematics: The Cheapest Education, the Costliest Ignorance
By Dr. Reyaz Ahmad Mathematics, often hailed as the “universal language,” has been humanity’s constant companion in its journey from caves to computers. Unlike subjects demanding costly laboratories or tools, mathematics requires little more than curiosity, paper, and pencil. It is the cheapest education. Yet, neglecting it is the costliest ignorance, for it denies individuals […]
Book Review: Bhalessa Cultural Heritage and History by Sadaket Ali Malik
By Wani Arfat There have been very few occasions throughout the ages when the written word has moved beyond the role of recalling events and actually turned into a sacred vessel of remembrance, revolution, and continuity of culture. Such literature has not only reflected the past; it has shaped the collective psyche of civilizations. While […]
Radiation therapy revolutionised
By Dr. Anusheel Munshi Radiation therapy is one of the cornerstones of cancer treatment alongside surgery and chemotherapy. This modality has undergone a remarkable transformation over the past few decades. The digital revolution has affected every aspect of radiotherapy, from imaging and treatment planning to delivery, verification, and patient follow-up – enhancing precision, personalization, safety, […]
Celebrating the hands that shape Kashmir’s heritage
By Mohammad Hanief Srinagar’s iconic Clock Tower, the Ghanta Ghar at Lal Chowk, Srinagar transformed into a vibrant symbol of culture and creativity on October 25, 2025 as the Department of Handicrafts and Handloom, Kashmir, organized the “Know Your Artisan” programme. The event infused fresh life into the city centre, attracting hundreds of visitors, artisans, […]
Poems written upon the sky
By K S S Pillai When I observe several birds flying at twilight high in the sky in battle formation to the sprawling trees beyond, making raucous sounds now and then, I feel assured that there is nothing seriously amiss in the world. Trees are considered sacred, and cutting them down has always been considered […]
A Smile in a Hurting World
By Dr Aftab Jan In today’s world, where pain hides behind every screen, where faces are busy but hearts are empty, where health is collapsing under stress and minds are drowning in anxiety, the power of a simple smile has almost been forgotten. We scroll endlessly through images of laughter, but within ourselves, we have […]