Friendship in the Age of Social Media
By: Aubaid Akhoon “In the profound words of M J Aslam, a well known Author, Historian and Columnist he states: ‘Facebook is such a perplexing entity. In human relationships, friendship typically thrives among individuals who share common values and feelings. Genuine friendships usually develop between people who hold fundamentally compatible ideas, values, and emotions. However, […]
Celebrating with purpose
By: Zeeshan Rasool Khan Rabi-ul-Awal is an auspicious month of the Islamic Calendar, for the Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) was born in this month according to the most credible opinion. Though 12th Rabi-ul-Awal is celebrated as the Mawlid (birthday) of Prophet Muhammad, however; the celebrations continue throughout the month. Among Muslims, there are a few sects […]
Drug Abuse: Too fast to live, too young to die
By: Uzma Nazir In present times, our society is facing countless challenges like poverty, corruption, begging, underdevelopment, unemployment etc.; and all these problems contribute to give rise to a new problem and that is drug addiction. As we all are aware about the fact that drug abuse has become the worst menace in our society […]
Mahatma Gandhi: An Ambassador of peace and non-violence
M Ahmad Mahatma Gandhi is the greatest apostle of peace the world has seen. His notion of peace is centred on non-violence, individualism, soul force and forgiveness.The Gandhian strategy is the combination of truth, sacrifice, non-violence, selfless service, and cooperation. According to Gandhi, one should be brave and not a coward. He should present his […]
‘Pari Mahal’: A historical marvel
Mohammad Hanief Nestled in the Zabarwan Mountain, Pari Mahal is amongst the top tourist places to visit in Srinagar. Once the resident of DaraShikoh, the Mughal Prince in 1600s, Pari Mahal or the Abode of Fairies is adorned with a seven-terraced garden that has a variety of flowering plants, trees and shrubs for the visitors […]
The middle class student
Asif Ahmad Bhat What actually I mean when I say a student of middle class. The middleclass in itself is a class of compromises. In every aspect of life, a person belonging to a middle class has to compromise on almost every opportunity or at every stage of life. Whether that is choosing a shirt […]
Embracing Moral Education
Tanveer Mian Moral education is an important aspect of a well-rounded education. It helps individuals develop a strong sense of values, ethics, and empathy. In my article, I’ll cover the importance of moral education, its impact on personal and social development, and practical strategies for implementing it in schools and communities. Moral education plays a […]
Book Review: Ulmai Kashmir Ki Deeni Wa Ilmi Khidmaat
Rayees Ahmad Kumar Valley of Kashmir is famous for its enchanting beauty, mesmerizing climate, lofty snow-covered mountains, vast green meadows and fresh water bodies in the whole world. Visitors from each corner of globe throng here in every season of year to spend vacations. Besides this, it is also the abode of thousands of saints […]
The deception behind insurance schemes
Rafiq Dar In Jammu and Kashmir, as in many parts of the world, banks offer a wide array of insurance products to their customers. These encompass life insurance, health insurance, property insurance, vehicle insurance, and credit facility insurance. While these offerings are meant to provide financial security and peace of mind, it’s imperative for consumers […]
Optimism brings hope
Dr. Rohi When you begin to think positively, positive vibes begin to attract you. In a world filled with uncertainty and problems, the profound power of positivity serves as a light of hope. It is a magnificent force with the capacity to influence lives, inspire greatness, and lead us to a greater future. Positivity is […]