PM-KISAN: Empowering Farmers and Transforming Rural Economies
By: Dr. Pramod Meherda, Arindam Modak In the journey of inclusive growth and rural prosperity, the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) stands tall as a pioneering initiative by the Government of India. Launched by Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, on 24th February 2019, it has profoundly impacted the lives of millions of small and marginal […]
Sawalkote Hydroelectric Power Project: A Silent Valley’s Dream Awakens
By: Er Navaid Runyal Nestled in the heart of the Chenab Valley, the district of Ramban in Jammu and Kashmir has long remained a land of immense potential but limited opportunity. But on 29 July 2025, a glimmer of hope finally broke through the clouds. The National Hydroelectric Power Corporation (NHPC) floated the first official […]
Dignity of Work and the Path to True Professionalism
By: Sahil Manzoor All living beings on Earth need food to survive. However, it’s important to remember that food is not the ultimate purpose of life—it’s merely a requirement to fuel the body’s biological processes such as growth, development, and maintaining good health. In essence, life is a constant journey of fulfilling this basic need. […]
Desist from being proud
By: Dr Aftab jan Do not walk with pride on earth …“And do not walk upon the earth exultantly. Indeed, you will never tear the earth [apart], and you will never reach the mountains in height.” — (Qur’an 17:37) In the fleeting story of life, man—fragile and temporary—has allowed himself to be intoxicated with pride, […]
News Flash – A Crisis!
By: Zoya Qazi Voids are increasing, and humans are doing anything and everything to fill them. But the voids are not giving in, they’re mimicking the black holes, snatching human essence in every way they can. Now the question arises: Is this our last phase? Are we going to be saved? If yes, how so? […]
Killing our language
By: Aamir Altaf Language is not just a tool for communication—it is the soul of a culture, the carrier of history, and the foundation of identity. Yet, in Jammu and Kashmir, the Kashmiri language is dying a slow, silent death. The culprits? Bad parenting, digital addiction, institutional neglect, and a dangerous obsession with Urdu and […]
Chinese Manjha: The Death Strings
By: Dr. Satyawan Saurabh In every city, every street, every locality, when children and teenagers go out to fly kites, their only aim is to touch the sky. But unfortunately, now this kite flight stops only after taking someone’s life. The reason for this is not any ordinary thread, but a deadly product – Chinese […]
Palliative Care –The need of the day
By: NARAYANAN KIZHUMUNDAYUR Palliative care has become an increasingly critical aspect of healthcare in today’s world, where medical advancements have enabled longer lifespans but have not always ensured better quality of life. As diseases become more chronic in nature, and populations grow older, the emphasis is gradually shifting from merely curing illness to truly caring […]
More than Just a White Coat
By: MALIK ASIF NOOR Recently, the Health Department of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir issued a circular mandating all doctors and paramedical staff including those under NHM and AYUSH to wear white aprons and legible nameplates during duty hours across government healthcare institutions. While the intent behind the directive -to promote identification, reinforcing […]
Nikah: A Sunnah Made Difficult by Society, Not by Islam
By: Waris Nissar Qur’an and Sunnah call for simplicity, character, and righteousness in marriage — but societal expectations, especially in Kashmir, have made Nikah a material burden that delays and discourages unions. Introduction Nikah, or Islamic marriage, is one of the most sacred and celebrated institutions in Islam — a bond designed by Allah to […]
