Defeating the Devil: The Path to Success and Our Mental Barriers
Junaid Abdul Qayyum Shaikh The biggest battlefield in human life is not outside, but inside us. This is the place where decisions are made, where dreams are created, and where those same dreams are sometimes broken. We often think that our failures are because of circumstances, lack of resources, or other people. But if we […]
Awakening Beyond A Campaign
Dr Aftab Jan The ongoing drive under Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan in Jammu and Kashmir, led with visible resolve by Manoj Sinha, has pushed the issue of drugs from silence into public discussion. Yet the most uncomfortable truth still stands in front of us. This crisis is not only imposed from outside, it is also […]
Letter to the Editor
Dear Sir, Is AAP Reaching Its End? The exit of seven Rajya Sabha MPs is a massive blow to the Aam Aadmi Party. This defection represents 70% of their total strength in the upper house, leaving the party’s national presence in ruins. By moving as a large group they used a legal loophole where a […]
Rich Schools, Poor Teachers: The Education Paradox
Dr. Reyaz Ahmad Why glossy campuses can hide an uncomfortable truth—and why fixing it is in everyone’s interest Walk past many private schools today and you may feel you are looking at a corporate headquarters rather than a place of learning. Tall gates, air-conditioned corridors, smart boards, glossy brochures, international affiliations, and a fee structure […]
Looking beyond the bodies
Dr. Priyanka Saurabh A society’s progress isn’t measured solely by its buildings, technology, and economic development, but also by how it views its citizens, especially women. If a society limits women solely to their appearance, body, or traditional roles, then that society is seeing only a half-truth. Several questions remain as to why women’s achievements, […]
The Myth of Overnight Success: What We Refuse to See
Dr. Reyaz Ahmad In an age dominated by social media highlights and viral fame, success has been dangerously simplified into a moment—an award, a breakthrough, a sudden rise. We scroll through curated feeds and assume that achievement is instantaneous, almost accidental. But this perception is not just misleading; it is fundamentally flawed. What we often […]
Overburdened Teachers in Kashmir
Mudasser Wani The debate on education in Kashmir often centers on outcomes, board results, dropout rates or infrastructure gaps. Yet beneath these visible indicators lies a deeper structural problem that continues to erode the foundation of the system. The persistent neglect of teachers as professionals and the routine assignment of responsibilities far removed from their […]
Is lighter sleep a normal part of ageing – or is it something serious?
Elena Urrestarazu Bolumburu As you get older, it’s normal to notice changes in your sleep. These can include fewer hours of shuteye, waking up more during the night, and finding it harder to drop off. However, despite the general view that older people tend to need less sleep, scientific evidence suggests that this change isn’t […]
Letter to the Editor
Dear Sir, Regulate fake paneer fraud Analogue paneer is essentially a lookalike food designed to save money at the expense of good health. While real paneer is made strictly from milk this fake version is a processed blend of cheap vegetable fats, palm oil, starches and stabilizers. It is engineered to mimic the soft texture […]
Earth Day 2026: Collective action in focus as environmental challenges intensify
Mohammad Hanief The observance of Earth Day this year witnessed widespread participation, reflecting a growing global awareness of environmental issues. From large-scale marches in cities to grassroots campaigns in smaller towns and rural communities, the day brought together governments, institutions, and citizens in a collective expression of concern. In India, schools, universities, and civil society […]