Holi: A festival of fun and frolic.
By: Dr. Satyawan ‘Saurabh’ Holi is a vibrant and colorful festival that symbolizes love, unity and togetherness. It is a time to set aside our differences and embrace harmony, forgiveness, and happiness. It is a colorful way to express gratitude for the end of winter and marks the arrival of spring. It is about celebrating […]
What’s so special about Ukraine’s minerals?
By: Munira Raji Ukraine’s minerals have become central to global geopolitics, with the US president, Donald Trump, seeking a deal with Ukraine’s president Volodymyr Zelensky to access them. But what are these minerals exactly and why are they so sought after? Ukraine is often recognised for its vast agricultural lands and industrial heritage, but beneath […]
Erasing Uncomfortable Truths
By: Dr. Reyaz Ahmad In an era of rapid information dissemination, the uncomfortable truths that challenge our beliefs or threaten societal stability are often erased or ignored rather than confronted. This tendency to sidestep reality can be seen in politics, history, social issues, and even personal interactions. The consequences of this avoidance range from distorted […]
Fostering an inclusive school culture
By: Tawheed Parvaiz Bhat An inclusive school culture is one where every student, regardless of their background, identity, abilities, or differences, feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute. Such an environment does not merely tolerate diversity but embraces it, ensuring that all students have equal opportunities to succeed. The foundation of an inclusive school culture […]
Fighting the Silent Threat of Glaucoma
By: Dr. Mahipal Singh Sachdev Glaucoma, often referred to as the “silent thief of sight,” is the second leading cause of blindness worldwide. Despite its devastating impact, it remains largely undetected until significant vision loss occurs. As we observe World Glaucoma Week 2025 under the theme “Uniting for a Glaucoma-Free World,” it is crucial to […]
The Fatty liver Disease epidemic
Iqbal Rashid Dar The liver is a large organ in the abdomen that performs many important bodily functions, including blood filtering. It is also considered a gland because it makes chemicals the body needs. The theme for International Fatty Liver Day, an awareness initiative observed annually in June resonates more urgently today than ever before. […]
Erasing Uncomfortable Truths
By: Dr. Reyaz Ahmad In an era of rapid information dissemination, the uncomfortable truths that challenge our beliefs or threaten societal stability are often erased or ignored rather than confronted. This tendency to sidestep reality can be seen in politics, history, social issues, and even personal interactions. The consequences of this avoidance range from distorted […]
Beyond Punishment: Schools must nurture, not hurt
By: Irshad Ahmad Wani Teachers, with the noble intention of shaping students into disciplined and responsible individuals, often find themselves resorting to punishment when faced with indiscipline or academic struggles. Many educators, both in government and private schools, argue that strict measures are sometimes necessary to maintain order and ensure effective learning. While this belief […]
Promoting gender equality at work
By: Elisabeth Kelan If you are starting your career today, you will hopefully see evidence of how far gender equality has come at work. You may have experienced little gender difference in educational attainment, see plenty of women leading companies, and be aware of legal protections and policies to combat gender discrimination in pay and […]
Can women be empowered in the era of ‘sex objectification’?
By: Dr. Satyawan ‘Saurabh’ In the social media sphere, girls are often sexualized more than boys. This platform has further amplified the long-standing expectations for young girls to adhere to specific sexual narratives. Such behavior reduces women to mere objects, stripping them of their individual identity. The way women are portrayed in advertisements and similar […]
