Somnath and Bharat’s unconquerable spirit!
Narendra Modi At the start of 2026, I had gone to Somnath for the Somnath Swabhiman Parv, marking a thousand years since the first attack on the Somnath Temple. Now, I will be back in Somnath on 11th May to mark 75 years since the inauguration of the restored Temple by the then President of […]
Nasha Mukt Bharat in Jammu & Kashmir: A Public Health Movement
Tawheed Sheikh India’s fight against substance abuse is undergoing a significant transformation from a purely enforcement-driven response to a structured public health approach. The Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan (NMBA), launched in 2020, reflects this shift by recognizing addiction as a multifaceted condition influenced by biological, psychological and social determinants rather than merely a criminal […]
Green Weddings
K S S Pillai It was in a queue in a wedding hall that I met one of my old friends, who belonged to my native village. He was standing in front of me, waiting patiently to reach one of the fast food counters. There were many such counters where one could get a fast […]
Ethical Charter of Human Life
Junaid Abdul Qayyum Shaikh The true success of human life does not lie merely in worldly progress or material comforts; rather, it is found in a balanced, pure, and dignified way of living that aligns with the pleasure of Allah. This is why the Quran does not confine human beings to rituals of worship alone; […]
Smart, Sustainable, Seamless: How Technical Textiles Are Stitching India’s Footwear Future
Giriraj Singh When we speak of an Aatmanirbhar Bharat we are not just speaking of self reliance in production but of leadership in global value chains. Few sectors capture this opportunity as clearly as footwear. It is one of the most universal products in daily life used by a school student walking to class, a […]
Letter to the Editor
Dear Sir, Duality in the democracy The May 4 verdict portrays a fascinating duality in Indian democracy. The BJP’s breakthrough in West Bengal signals a profound fatigue with long standing incumbency while the South remains an impregnable bastion of regional identity. Vijay led TVK’s surge over DMK underscores how charismatic grassroots messaging can disrupt established […]
Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir: A Collective Moral Call to Protect Our Future
Mohammad Ayaz Raina Jammu & Kashmir, often described as paradise on earth, stands as a symbol of natural beauty, cultural richness, and human resilience. Its snow-capped mountains, lush green valleys, sparkling rivers, and serene lakes have long inspired poets, travellers, and dreamers alike. Yet, beneath this breath-taking landscape, a silent and dangerous crisis is unfolding, […]
World Environment Day: A Sacred Responsibility
Aqib Ul Ahad Wani The global environmental crisis stands among the most urgent issues facing humanity today and future generations. From whales found dead with bellies full of plastic to rainfall contaminated with micro plastics, from widespread water scarcity to what many scientists deem the sixth mass extinction—our planet is in peril. Studies suggest that […]
Letter to the Editor
Dear Sir, The Sound of Survival Readiness The recent cell broadcast test reaching over billion people via a unified pulse marks a tectonic shift from reactive to proactive governance. With 70% of India’s coast vulnerable to cyclones and 60% of its landmass earthquake prone a ten second alert can bridge the gap between life and […]
Why a Free Press Still Matters in today’s World
Shoiab Mohmmad Bhat Every year on May 3, World Press Freedom Day is observed across the globe. For many people, it may seem like another international day marked on the calendar, yet its importance is much deeper. The day reminds us of the role journalism plays in everyday life and why society needs truthful and […]