Loneliness of the Hyper-connected Teen
By: Narayanan Kizhumundayur Not long ago, adolescence was marked by long evening walks with friends, hushed conversations under staircases, scribbled notes passed in classrooms, and secrets shared during sleepovers. Friendships were formed over shared meals, common music tastes, awkward encounters, and real-life experiences. Today’s teenagers, however, live in a vastly different landscape—one where they are […]
Living Sedentary Lives
By: Dr Aftab jan Kashmir, once known for its valleys where children played in the open fields, men labored in the orchards, and women walked miles to fetch water, is now facing a silent but deadly epidemic that is not caused by bullets, bombs, or natural disasters, but by something far more subtle—the way people […]
Kashmir needs sustainable water management strategies
By: Mohammad Hanief Undoubtedly effects of climate change are clearly visible in Jammu and Kashmir. The problem has been exacerbated by less snow in peak winter period as it was responsible for recharging of springs and water bodies. The prolonged dry spell has led to depletion of water in river Jhelum which is considered to […]
Don’t turn good deeds into showpiece
By: Dr Aftab jan The greatest tragedy of our era is that goodness, which was meant to be a sacred, secret connection between the servant and his Creator, has been dragged into the market of worldly applause, likes, and recognition. Today, what was supposed to be the most private part of our lives has been […]
Kashmir: Geography, People and Heritage
By: Sahil Bilal Kashmir’s geography is a breath-taking mosaic of towering mountains, lush valleys, and shimmering waterways, earning it the moniker “Paradise on Earth.” Nestled in the northernmost part of the Indian subcontinent, the region is bordered by Pakistan, China, and the states of Himachal Pradesh and Punjab. Its diverse topography spans three distinct regions: […]
Climate Change, Public Health, and Our Collective Responsibility
By: Dr. M U Muhammad Very recently, Kishtwar and Kathua witnessed devastating cloudbursts and flash floods that swept away homes, farmlands, and lives. These tragedies are not isolated incidents but part of a disturbing pattern we in Kashmir have been observing in recent years—unrelenting rains, scorching heat, erratic snowfall, and climate extremes. To recall, the […]
Dal Lake to Shine with Khelo India Water Sports Festival
By: Press Information Bureau At the heart of Kashmir, where the Zabarwan mountains kiss the sky and the Shikaras glide softly across shimmering waters, Dal Lake has for centuries symbolized the soul of Srinagar. Tourists from across the world have come to admire its beauty, culture, and heritage. Now, Dal Lake is ready to take […]
Modi’s Brahmastra of Reforms for a Viksit Bharat
By: Hardeep S Puri I have been privileged to attend 15th August speeches from the time I was in school, but PM Modi 12th Independence Day speech on Friday was unprecedented and stood out. It unleashed a Brahmastra – Arjun’s legendary weapon with no counter – aimed straight at accelerating India’s path to Viksit Bharat. […]
The communication problem
By: K S S Pillai It is well-known that the mother tongue is a unifying force among the people. In a country like India, many people migrate to other parts for suitable employment. They learn the language of their host states and interact with the local people in their language. Even their children and spouses […]
Silent Suffering: Understanding depression among youth in JK
By: Er Navaid Runyal Introduction: Depression is not sadness. It is not simply a low mood or a temporary dip in spirits. It is a serious mental health condition that affects how a person thinks, feels, and functions in daily life. While depression is a global issue, it assumes unique dimensions in regions like Jammu […]
