‘Letters to the Editor’: People’s Parliament in Print
By: Narayanan Kizhumundayur Among the many marvels of modern media, there remains one modest yet powerful corner that has weathered the storms of change with admirable grace — the Letters to the Editor column. Often tucked away in the inner pages of a newspaper, this humble space is the heart’s address to the world — […]
Water: The Silent Healer of the Human Body
By: Dr. Aftab Jan Water is not merely a liquid that quenches thirst—it is the invisible architect of human vitality, the primal medicine that predates all drugs, and the silent healer of every cell. It flows through us as the original elixir—animating our blood, cushioning our thoughts, and regulating our innermost biological symphonies. Our bodies […]
The Delusion of Gen Z
By: Sahil Swe We, the children of conflict, born in the digital glow of smartphones and social feeds, call ourselves Gen Z. We wear individuality as fashion and change as culture. But beneath this aesthetic freedom lies something far darker, deeper, and dangerously overlooked. I write this not as an outsider, nor a detached elder […]
Ahmedabad Plane Crash: Possible Causes
By: Dr. Dharmahinder Singh Chand On June 12, 2025, Air India Flight AI-171, a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner bound for London Gatwick, tragically crashed shortly after take-off from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad. The aircraft was carrying 242 individuals—232 passengers and 10 crew members. Among the passengers were 169 Indian nationals, 53 British citizens, […]
Growing neglect of senior citizens is alarming
By: Mohammad Hanief As societies evolve and cultures modernize, one aspect that often gets overlooked in the fast-paced world is the care and well-being of elderly parents. In a country like India, where values of family and respect for elders are deeply ingrained in the cultural fabric, the growing neglect of senior citizens is both […]
Peer Pressure and its Social Grip
By: Dr. Reyaz Ahmad Peer pressure is a powerful social force that influences individuals and communities, shaping their behaviors, decisions, and societal norms. While it can have both positive and negative effects, its impact varies across cultural contexts. In India, peer pressure is often linked to academic success, family expectations, and societal norms. In contrast, […]
Water: The Silent Healer of the Human Body
By: Dr. Aftab Jan Water is not merely a liquid that quenches thirst—it is the invisible architect of human vitality, the primal medicine that predates all drugs, and the silent healer of every cell. It flows through us as the original elixir—animating our blood, cushioning our thoughts, and regulating our innermost biological symphonies. Our bodies […]
Not all dreams are worth chasing
By: Bashir Ahmad Dar Jagnu was a handsome young man with a high-profile government job and a handsome salary. He was married to an exceedingly beautiful woman, Mehnaz. They had been married for five years and had a lovely daughter. Theirs was an arranged marriage. Mehnaz was a highly educated, well-read and highly ambitious woman. […]
Why care about Environment only for a Day?
By: Deborshi Gautam The present era is the age of globalization. In this age, society—founded the pillars of science and technology—is progressing rapidly day by day. Thousands of factories and numerous new industries are being established daily. At the same time, the population is growing at an alarming rate. As a result, the use of […]
Green Plastics, Greener Future
By: Sahil Swe As the world united on June 5th, 2025, to commemorate World Environment Day, the global call to action echoed louder than ever—“Beat Plastic Pollution.” With the Republic of Korea hosting this year’s initiative and UNEP leading the charge, the focus isn’t just on clean-up; it’s about systemic transformation. One such transformative idea […]
