The changing house styles
By: K S S Pillai During my annual visits to my native state of Kerala in the past, the sudden change in the dress style and the look of buildings would tell me that the train had entered the state. Most men would be bare-chested with a thin white towel around their heads and wearing […]
The link between Epilepsy and Brain Disorders
By: Dr. Aditya Gupta Epilepsy is a common neurological condition affecting millions, but it is often tied to other brain disorders such as brain tumors and arteriovenous malformations (AVMs). Understanding these connections is key to improving diagnosis, treatment, and awareness about these intertwined conditions. Epilepsy, known for its recurring seizures, is frequently a symptom of […]
Why LA is on fire?
By: Jack Marley The fires that have engulfed Los Angeles cap the hottest decade in history. Each year in the last ten was record-warm, but 2024 was the warmest ever recorded. Last year, Earth was 1.6°C hotter than the temperature average of the late 19th century, which was before widespread fossil fuel burning had significantly […]
Smoking cessation and quality of Life
By: Mohammad Hanief Smoking affects everything from the appearance of your skin and nails to how your tissues, organs and even your DNA work. The effects of smoking on your body start the moment you light up a cigarette. Thousands of chemicals released from burning tobacco start their damaging journey before you’ve even taken a […]
Our Shared Mission: The FLN Journey in Jammu and Kashmir
By: Mukhtar Ahmad Qureshi When we talk about foundational literacy and numeracy, we are not just discussing a target or a policy initiative; we are addressing the core of our children’s future. FLN mission under National Education Policy 2020 has been the incredible transformation journey in which all of us teachers, parents, trainers, and administrators […]
Myeloma: Early Detection leads to better outcomes
By: Dr.Rayaz Ahmed Myeloma, also known as multiple myeloma, is a type of blood cancer that starts in plasma cells, an important part of the immune system. These abnormal plasma cells accumulate in the bone marrow, interfere with the production of healthy blood cells and cause a range of serious health problems. While myeloma is […]
The changed times and values
By: Abid Hussain Rather When we turn the pages of history we find that once there was a time when the profession of a prostitute was considered the most disgraceful profession. Merely mentioning the name of this profession was frowned upon. Now, the times have changed to the extent that calling someone engaged in this […]
Theevening get together
By: Bashir Ahmad Dar Nestled in the lap of gigantic mountains, crisscrossed by a gentle Nallah on front side and run by 14 feet wide macadamised road , my village, Gadole, is situated 12 kilometers from the Tehsil headquarters in Kokernag and 40 kilometers from the district headquarters in Anantnag. The village comprises of two […]
Preventing complications in brain and spine trauma
By: Dr.Amit Shrivastav Trauma to the brain and spine represents some of the most serious injuries a person can face, often with profound and long-lasting effects. These injuries, which may result from accidents, falls, or sports-related incidents, require urgent and precise medical attention to prevent complications and ensure the best possible recovery outcomes. The Hidden […]
Shining Stars of Education System
By: Mukhtar Ahmad Qureshi The word Rehbar is an Urdu term that translates to guide in English, and the Rehbar-E-Taleem scheme truly lived up to this noble designation. Introduced in 2000 by the then Honourable Education Minister of the erstwhile Jammu and Kashmir state, this initiative marked a turning point in the Jammu and Kashmir’s […]
