Rise of Internet Gaming Disorder
By: Tawheed Parvaiz Bhat In the 21st century, the world has transitioned from a global village to a global mahallah, where connectivity is no longer a luxury but a necessity. This transformation has been made possible by the vast and intricate web of the internet, which has brought even the most remote corners of the […]
Arts and theater are a powerful medium
By: Dr. Satyawan Saurabh Street theatre developed in the early 20th century to liberate the working class and strengthen revolution against the established authority. It was initiated primarily by leftist theatre activists in India during the anti-colonial era. Although street theatre and folk theater have many similarities, street theatre is a participatory social communication process […]
How to argue without falling out
By: Jessica Robles To disagree is an inescapable part of being human. We simply are not all the same. But whereas a small disagreement may remain amiable, particularly over text or online where we can edit our responses, a face-to-face row over a sensitive topic can develop into a more antagonistic form of argument. You […]
Education without purpose
Sahil Swe Education has always been viewed as the gateway to success, but in Kashmir, it has become a frustrating paradox. Young people invest years in obtaining degrees, often in conventional fields like Arts, Science, and Commerce, only to realize that job opportunities are scarce. The lack of career counselling, skill-based education and industry exposure […]
Ukraine war: The worse may be still to come
By: Alexander Titov As Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine reaches its third anniversary on February 24, the conflict has taken a dramatic and unexpected turn. The US is abruptly disengaging from its support of Ukraine, having previously promised that they would stand with Kyiv for “as long as it takes”. Europe is in panic mode, […]
Rise of Robotic-Assisted GI Surgery in Healthcare
By: Dr. Neeraj Chaudhary In recent years, robotic-assisted surgery has been making significant strides in India, particularly in the field of gastrointestinal (GI) surgery. With the rising burden of GI diseases, including colorectal cancer, gastric cancer, and complex hepatobiliary conditions, robotic technology is emerging as a transformative force, offering precision, minimally invasive procedures, and faster […]
Impact of Foundational Literacy and Numeracy on Schools
By: Mukhtar Ahmad Qureshi Foundational Literacy and Numeracy mission has been a game changer for the education sector in Jammu and Kashmir, especially in early grades. Being a teacher committed to the introduction of FLN, I can personally attest to its impact on retention, class attendance, and student performance. Introduction of FLN comes at a […]
Neglect of Pahari Language and Culture
By: Mohammad Iqbal Mughal The Jammu and Kashmir Academy of Art, Culture, and Languages (JKAACL), an institution dedicated to promoting and preserving the region’s linguistic and cultural diversity, has come under scrutiny for its alleged neglect of the Pahari language and its associated cultural activities. Over the past few years, the Pahari community has expressed […]
Tips to boost your wellbeing and energy levels during Ramadan
By: Romy Lauche, Fatima El-Assaad and Jessica Bayes Ramadan is one of the most significant months of the Islamic lunar calendar. It marks the time when the Quran was revealed to Prophet Mohammed (peace be upon him). Almost 2 billion Muslims worldwide observe this month of prayer and reflection, which includes fasting between two prayers, […]
Emotional Intelligence; Need of the Hour
By: Syed Mustafa Ahmad At present, when everything is going from bad to worse in every sphere of life, the need for emotional Intelligence has increased manifold. Wars, climate change, cyber-attacks, family disputes, religious bigotry, economic crises, pandemics, etc have become the order of the day and in these situations, it becomes quite necessary to […]
