Engaging in fruitful activities
By: Sahil Manzoor We learn things by intimating others. We get interested in other activities when that activity gets fame and charm among the people. We reach at the top when we show great performances and this is what we like the most. Though some activities are anti-religious and anti human and we should ignore […]
Are social media apps dangerous products’?
By: Joan Donovan, Sara Parker ‘You have blood on your hands. I’m sorry for everything you have all been through.’ These quotes, the first from Senator Lindsey Graham speaking to Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg, and the second from Zuckerberg to families of victims of online child abuse in the audience, are highlights from an extraordinary […]
Snowfall and childhood
By: TMR Mohsin One fine morning, some days back, I sat on my room chair, adjusted the seat & landed my fists on the desk, leaned a bit forward to make myself in harmony to the studying position. As I forwarded my hand to grab the book on the table , the pitch black hands […]
Kashmir’s Lifeline- The Belated Blessing of Snow in a Region
By: Sahil Wani Kashmir, often referred to as the “Switzerland of Asia,” is known for its breathtaking beauty, scenic beauty, winter delicacy and abundant snowfall. Snowfall in this region is not just a natural phenomenon but a lifeline for the people, providing water, sustenance, and economic opportunities. In the picturesque valleys of Kashmir, the months […]
The palm tree that lives beneath the rainforest floor
In the heart of western Borneo’s vibrant jungles, the edible fruits of the underground palm are well-known to the local people who snack on them. But this botanical marvel has remained unnoticed by the scientific community for so long because it flowers and bears fruit underground. At first glance, Pinanga subterranea, a rare palm tree, […]
What latest polling says about the mood in Ukraine
By: Gerard Toal Ukrainians have endured war for nearly two years. Since the Russian invasion of February 24, 2022, more than 6.3 million Ukrainians have fled the country, while an estimated 3.7 million are internally displaced. The war has had damaging geopolitical and ecological consequences. But it is ordinary Ukrainians, those who stayed to endure […]
Progress and Prosperity in JK
By: Dr. Rizwan Rumi. In the era of change and fast technology, Manoj Sinha Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir emerges as a beacon of hope and progress, leading the Union Territory towards outstanding development and prosperity. Transforming the socio-political landscape of Jammu and Kashmir, his tenure as the Lieutenant Governor is marked with visionary […]
Female Genital Mutilation: Stigma for a civilized society
By: Er. Prabhat Kishore The practice of Female Genital Mutilation (FGM)has been going on for more than thousands of years. It is the ritual procedure of partial or complete removal of the external female genitaliaor other injuries to the female genital organs for non-medical reasons. It is also called “Khatna” in local dialect. This custom […]
Drone attack on American troops risks widening Middle East conflict
By: Sara Harmouch A drone attack that killed three American troops and wounded at least 34 more at a base in Jordan has increased fears of a widening conflict in the Middle East and the possibility that the US may be further drawn into the fighting. President Joe Biden vowed to respond to the assault, […]
Human Fraternity: Role of Education
By: M Ahmad Human Fraternity means a sense of common brotherhood of all humans, which gives unity and solidarity to social life. It is the idea that all humans are connected, regardless of race, religion, or nationality. This concept promotes peace, love, and unity among all people. Practicing Human Fraternity means promoting equality, fairness, and […]