Poems written upon the sky
By K S S Pillai When I observe several birds flying at twilight high in the sky in battle formation to the sprawling trees beyond, making raucous sounds now and then, I feel assured that there is nothing seriously amiss in the world. Trees are considered sacred, and cutting them down has always been considered […]
A Smile in a Hurting World
By Dr Aftab Jan In today’s world, where pain hides behind every screen, where faces are busy but hearts are empty, where health is collapsing under stress and minds are drowning in anxiety, the power of a simple smile has almost been forgotten. We scroll endlessly through images of laughter, but within ourselves, we have […]
Exam scare among children is deeply worrying
Imran Raina In recent years, the term examination syndrome or exam phobia has become a familiar expression in schools and homes alike. What was once considered normal pre-exam anxiety has now transformed into a widespread psychological concern, especially among young children. From sleepless nights to stomach aches, tears, and even refusal to attend school, the […]
Heart Health at risk in Jammu and Kashmir
Mohammad Hanief Heart disease has quietly become one of the most serious public health challenges across Jammu and Kashmir, emerging as a silent epidemic that is touching lives in every part of the Union Territory — from the bustling plains of Jammu to the mountain hamlets of Kashmir and the remote valleys of Chenab and […]
The Economics of Loneliness
NARAYANAN KIZHUMUNDAYUR Loneliness, long considered a purely emotional or social affliction, has quietly grown into one of the most powerful yet least understood economic forces of our time. In the twenty-first century, where the boundaries between technology and human life blur, isolation is no longer confined to the silent corners of individual existence—it now shapes […]
Book review: The secret of success by Wahidudin Khan
Sahil Bilal Every once in a while, a book just hits you differently. You don’t just read it; it sticks with you, rearranging your brain and tuning your perspective. Maulana Wahiduddin Khan’s The Secret of Success is absolutely one of those. Forget the typical self-help shelf full of hustle culture, shallow “manifesting,” and vague motivational […]
The Hidden Problems of Our Society
Tanveer Mian Every society has problems that are easy to see — like traffic, unemployment, or pollution. But there are also many issues that remain hidden. People face them every day, yet they are rarely talked about. These silent problems affect families, youth, and even the elderly, slowly weakening the roots of our community. Mental […]
Persistence of caste prejudice among the educated class
Dr. Priyanka Saurabh Caste has been an institution within the Indian social structure, influencing a person’s life from birth to death. The framers of the Constitution envisioned an India where individual identity would be based on their abilities, morality, and actions, rather than on their innate social class. To this end, several safeguards were incorporated […]
From Classroom to Career: Closing the Gap
Dr. Reyaz Ahmad The gap between schools and the workplace isn’t just talk anymore; it’s a real problem that is affecting our graduates’ chances and hurting our economy’s ability to compete. We are training students for a reality that isn’t there anymore, and it’s obvious everywhere you look. Scene 1: The Code That Crashed the […]
Rare with Age and Time
Mudasir Koul An old man named Raheem Kak lived in a quiet village below the hills. He was once a legend in our neighbourhood. He spent his days herding animals in open fields and orchards. He told us stories about his past, about myths, and sometimes about ghosts. We, as children, waited for holidays to […]