Poem: The girl child
By: Irtiza Farooq, Irtiqa Shabir A girl child brings joy, How can you think she is less than a boy We should respect a girl She is light of the pearl She has innocence in her eyes She is more valuable than boys Islam has given girl highest fame Every girl should have an Islamic […]
How the Indo-Pacific can beat the SDG cash crunch
By: Naoko Ishii The Indo-Pacific has much to lose as global events hinder international cooperation on sustainable development, but it also shows promising examples of success. A handful of initiatives in the Indo-Pacific region show what can be achieved through international partnerships, even while fallout from global events hinders cooperation on development and climate action. […]
Billions left behind on the path to Universal Health Coverage
By: Mohammad Hanief The World Health Organization (WHO) and the World Bank have jointly published the 2023 Universal Health Coverage (UHC) Global Monitoring Report, revealing an alarming stagnation in the progress towards providing people everywhere with quality, affordable, and accessible healthcare. Released ahead of the High-Level Meeting on UHC at the 78th United Nations General […]
A year into the protest movement in Iran
By: Afshin Shahi Iran’s rulers continue to enforce tight public controls as the anniversary of the death of Mahsa Amini in the custody of the “morality police” approaches. Amini died after being arrested for allegedly breaching hijab rules. The news of her death prompted nationwide protests, jolting the foundations of the Islamic Republic of Iran. […]
Cyberknife Radiosurgery offers cure to complex brain AVM’s
By: Dr Aditya Gupta AVM (Arteriovenous malformation) is a medical disorder which involves wrong connection of arteries and veins which leads to swelling of blood vessels mainly in brain or spine but can affect other organs like hands, foot. Arteries are responsible for taking oxygen-rich blood from the heart to the brain. Veins carry oxygen […]
Book review: ‘Noor-e-Dil’
By: Zeeshan Rasool Khan A great Sunni scholar, Sufi, preacher, writer, journalist, and visionary leader Allama Syed Qasim Shah Bukhari (1910–2000) is one of the far-famed religious personalities of our valley. Even after decades of his death, he stands out to be peerless in all facets. Consequently, those who know him mention him with reverence […]
Let our weddings be austere
By: Aubaid Ahmad Akhoon And those who, when they spend, are neither extravagant nor niggardly but hold a just balance between those (extremes).” Quran, 25:67 As the summer sun relinquishes its fiery grip on the beautiful valleys of Kashmir, a unique trend has emerged this year. With scorching temperatures making traditional summer weddings a challenge, […]
Flat foot incidences in kids
By: Dr Pradeep Moonot Flat feet, medically known as pes planus, is a common condition where the arches of the foot collapse, causing the entire sole to touch the ground. While it can affect people of all ages, it is particularly prevalent among children. As parents, educators, and healthcare professionals, understanding the incidences of flat […]
Social media has transformed our lives
By: Umais Mudasir Farooqi Social media plays a vital role in our lives today. When we compare today’s era with the past, we observe a stark contrast. In the past, before the advent of technology, life was simple, tranquil, and clean. However, in today’s world, we see a more complex society that emphasizes advancement and […]
Smoking: A Major health risk
By: Asiya Wani Smoking refers to the act of inhaling and exhaling the fumes of burning plant material. A variety of plant materials are smoked, including marijuana and hashish, but the act is most commonly associated with tobacco as smoked in a cigarette, cigar, or pipe. Smoking mostly starts at young age because teenagers in […]