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 […]
Where are the parents?
Malik Nazir In recent years, a growing concern has taken root across educational institutions, a visible disconnect between students, parents, and the very idea of responsibility. While it has become fashionable to blame the younger generation, often labelled as “Gen Z,” for indiscipline, lack of focus, and cultural drift, the truth is far more layered. […]
What alternatives do Gulf states have to Strait of Hormuz?
David B Roberts, King’s College Two months into the Iran war and the Strait of Hormuz is still mostly shut. Vessel traffic is running at a fraction of pre-war levels, with the patchwork of ceasefires, blockades and re-closures since February 28 not restoring confidence on the bridge of any tanker. Hormuz has long been understood […]
The Price of Silence: When Knowing the Wrong Is Still Not Enough
Dr.Reyaz Ahmad There are moments in life when the heart knows something is wrong long before the mouth is willing to say it. A student watches a classmate being humiliated but looks away. An employee notices unsafe practices in the office but stays quiet. A neighbour hears of corruption, injustice, or abuse, yet tells himself […]
Fulfilling the Rights of Our Creator
Syed Mustafa Ahmad It is an undeniable truth that most of us have not fully honored the right of our Creator. We have constantly enjoyed His blessings, yet we have largely failed to offer the gratitude that was incumbent upon us. Here, the word “incumbent” pertains to the duty we owe. All our lives, we […]
The Waiting Generation
Mudasser Wani Kashmir has long been described through the language of conflict, geopolitics and beauty. Yet beneath these dominant narratives lies another quieter reality, one that defines the present and shapes the future of the region. It is the story of its youth. Educated, ambitious, digitally aware and increasingly restless. This is a generation caught […]
Living in a Digital World: The Changing Reality
Mohammad Hanief The world today stands firmly in the grip of a digital revolution that continues to redefine the way societies function. What began as a technological advancement aimed at simplifying communication and information sharing has evolved into a powerful force shaping economies, governance, education, and personal lives. As of 2026, the digital ecosystem is […]
The Price of a Window Seat
Farhad Ahmad Pir Sitting on the third seat behind the driver, a woman sat beside me and requested for the window seat. She was struggling with shopping bags, two large polythene bags, one on her left side and another on her lap. She was drenched in sweat. I offered her the window seat without caring […]
Pro’s and Con’s
Dr. Priyanka Saurabh The rapid expansion of higher education in India has brought opportunities as well as serious challenges. While the number of universities, colleges, and private educational institutions has grown rapidly, questions about quality, transparency, and credibility are constantly being raised. At this time, economist George Akeloff’s “Market for Lemons” theory appears highly relevant. […]
Letter to the Editor
Dear Sir, Newsprint: Igniting Young National Minds The Karnataka’s initiative to mandate newspaper reading in schools is a visionary masterstroke for national intellectual security. In our TikTok-brain era where student attention spans have plummeted by nearly 40% reintroducing tactile print is vital. Static text fosters deep linear thinking that digital scrolling destroys. To innovate, schools […]