Respect for Teachers is declining
By: Mukhtar Ahmad Qureshi In the current fast moving world, where change is the only constant and expectations are constantly rising, one thing that must never change is our respect for teachers. Unfortunately, I believe we are moving away from this simple value. When I glance around, I notice a disturbing trend the declining respect […]
Hard Work Matters for success
By: Dr. Reyaz Ahmad Success is often attributed to hard work, and for good reason. Countless stories of triumph highlight individuals who have toiled tirelessly to achieve their goals. From athletes who train relentlessly to entrepreneurs who dedicate sleepless nights to building their businesses, hard work is a common denominator. However, while hard work and […]
Environmental Challenges in Kashmir
By: Mohammad Hanief Kashmir, often referred to as “Paradise on Earth,” is known for its breathtaking landscapes, serene lakes, and lush green forests. However, this fragile ecosystem is under significant threat due to a host of environmental challenges. From deforestation and climate change to pollution and unplanned urbanization, Kashmir’s natural beauty is at risk. The […]
Tulips bloom in Kashmir
By: Rayees Ahmad Kumar For the past few weeks, tourists and visitors from all parts of the country and abroad are massively thronging to the land of beauty and charm. They don’t come to mesmerize themselves in the vast meadows and upper reaches of world famous hill station of Gulmarg, the pristine climate and high […]
Tourism has changed after COVID-19 pandemic
By: Omysa Rasool The COVID-19 pandemic reshaped the global tourism landscape, presenting both challenges and opportunities for governments, businesses, and travelers. Once a thriving industry, tourism came to a near halt in 2020, marking one of the darkest periods in its history. According to the World Travel & Tourism Council’s annual Economic Impact Report, the […]
Raising tariffs can bring back the glory days of US manufacturing
By: James Scott The “liberation day” tariffs announced by US president Donald Trump have one thing in common – they are being applied to goods only. Trade in services between the US and its partners is not affected. This is the perfect example of Trump’s peculiar focus on trade in goods and, by extension, his […]
Vocational Education in KGBV
Letter to the Editor By: Er. Prabhat Kishore Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya is the ambitious central scheme, named after Kasturba Gandhi, to provide quality education to girls of disadvantage sections of the society by setting up residential schools/hostels attached with existing schools with boarding facilities at elementary as well as secondary level in Educationally Backward […]
Contacts without connections
By: Narayanan Kizhumundayur In an era where technology has made communication instant and effortless, we find ourselves more connected than ever before. Social media platforms, instant messaging apps, and professional networking websites have given us the ability to reach out to anyone across the globe within seconds. Our contact lists are extensive, and our social […]
November session and the challenges that need to be tackled
By: Aubaid Ahmad Akhoon When the structure of time is altered, the responsibility to adapt must be matched with support, not silence. In recent years, our educational system has seen multiple reform efforts, but one of the most talked-about is the restoration of the October–November academic session by the current government under the leadership of […]
The return to Earth after months in space
By: Mohammad Hanief NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Sunita Williams safely returned to Earth on March 19 after spending over nine months in space due to delays in the Boeing Starliner Crew Flight Test (CFT) mission. Their SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule, Freedom, splashed down in the Gulf of Mexico near Tallahassee, Florida, concluding a mission […]
