Fields of Wonder: The Tulip Bloom
Farhad Ahmad Pir The texture of tulips always allures people. These wonderful flowers bloom in spring and people wait for the moments when the bloom actually takes place. Spring is the only time for tulips to bloom in Kashmir. Everyone wants to gaze at tulips. On entering the tulip garden, the tulips themselves calm people; […]
Why Does the World Still Choose Hatred?
Dr. Reyaz Ahmad We live in an age of astonishing progress and disturbing contradiction. Humanity has reached extraordinary heights in science, technology, communication, and education. Never have people been so informed, so connected, and so equipped with knowledge. Classrooms preach coexistence. Books speak of peace. Universities celebrate reason, dialogue, and critical thinking. Yet outside those […]
Why Being Together Matters
Sahil Swe There are times when the world feels unbearably loud, and yet, inside, there is only silence. Not the peaceful kind, not the kind you choose for yourself, but the kind that settles in when something essential is missing. It is in such moments that the idea of being together begins to reveal its […]
Letter to the Editor
Dear Sir, The Environmental Cost of Cricket The spectacle at Chinnaswamy Stadium masks a grim reality. A single match generates over 12 tonnes of waste & emits roughly 16,000 Kg of CO2 a carbon footprint equivalent to thousands of households as per reports. While bin free policies sound progressive they are failing they don’t stop […]
Erosion of Medical Ethics
Tawheed Parvaiz Bhat Almighty Allah, the Creator of this vast and magnificent universe has designed every particle with purpose and perfection. Among His countless creations, He adorned this world with beauty and life, placing humanity as the most intelligent and responsible of all beings. Man, the crown of creation, was entrusted with wisdom, compassion, and […]
More transparency needed in education sector
Dr. Satyawan Saurabh Education has always been considered the soul of society, the foundation of development, and the bridge to equal opportunities. It is not only a means of acquiring knowledge, but also a process of developing sensitive and responsible citizens. However, when this very education becomes a means of profit, it becomes not only […]
Understanding Autism
Shoiab Mohmmad Bhat Every year on 2 April, people around the world observe World Autism Awareness Day. This special day encourages us to understand autism better and to create a society where everyone feels accepted, valued, and respected. It is not just about spreading information; it is also about building compassion, empathy, and inclusion for […]
Raising mentally strong kids for a challenging World
Mohammad Hanief In a world that is increasingly fast-paced, competitive, and unpredictable, raising mentally strong children has become one of the most pressing priorities for parents and educators alike. While academic success and talent development continue to receive significant attention, there is a growing recognition that mental resilience is what ultimately determines how children […]
Letter to the Editor
Dear Sir, Digital Inclusion or Digital Illusion? India’s ‘JAM trinity’ is a masterstroke of economic architecture, yet its foundation the smartphone, is crumbling under fiscal pressure. While we celebrate 570 million Jan Dhan accounts and the world’s cheapest data, an 18% GST on handsets acts as a regressive gatekeeper. The 7% dip in Q4 2025 […]
Living with Helplessness
Abid Hussain Rather All of us must have observed that there comes a moment in our lives when our efforts seem useless and futile. We try our best, we push hard and we wait patiently, but nothing changes and the situation remains unaltered. The world moves on but we remain stuck, watching from the sidelines. […]