Blocking objectionable content on Instagram
Dr. Satyavan Saurabh Instagram has implemented a PG-13 filter system to protect teenagers under 18 from objectionable content. This will prevent minor users from viewing violent, sexual, or mentally harmful content. Parents will now be able to monitor their children’s activities through “limited content settings.” This step is a major initiative towards the safety and […]
Learning to Unlearn: The New Core Competency
By Ulfat Nazir In a world where information doubles faster than we can process it, education is no longer about how much we know — it’s about how quickly we can let go of what we *think* we know. “Learning to unlearn” has quietly become one of the most vital skills of our time. For […]
The Silent Brokers
By Dr. Rizwan Rumi There are mornings in Kashmir that still smell of dew and determination. The first rays of the sun fall gently upon the apple trees—their branches heavy with the red pride of the valley, the fruit that has long sustained both its economy and its spirit. But beneath the fragrance of ripe […]
JK’s Healthcare: Progress amidst persistent challenges
By Mohammad Hanief Jammu and Kashmir, a region renowned for its natural beauty and cultural richness, has been making significant strides in healthcare reform. From the snow-clad peaks of the Valley to the bustling plains of Jammu, healthcare infrastructure is being reshaped to meet the growing demands of a diverse and often remote population. However, […]
United Nations Day: From the Ashes of War to the Dream of Peace
By Dr. Reyaz Ahmad Every year on October 24, the world observes United Nations Day, a moment to celebrate the founding of an institution born from the ashes of war and built upon the hope of lasting peace. The day serves as both a commemoration and a call to action—a reminder that while progress has […]
Kashmiri Weddings: From Sacred Union to Social Destruction
By Dr Aftab Jan Once, Kashmiri weddings were pure, soulful, and deeply spiritual occasions — celebrations that carried fragrance of faith, the innocence of simplicity, and the beauty of community unity. They were not just about two individuals coming together, but about two families merging in love, compassion, and dignity. Every custom held meaning, every […]
Cyberbullying: A wake-up call for our digital conscience
Tawheed Parvaiz Bhat In the modern age of technology, we find ourselves living in an era where almost every individual from a curious child to an elderly person is connected to the internet. The digital world has become an inseparable part of our lives, bringing immense opportunities for learning, communication, and global awareness. With the […]
The restless wisdom of Generation Alpha
Dr. Priyanka Saurabh When I saw the scene in “Kaun Banega Crorepati,” where ten-year-old Ishit told Amitabh Bachchan, “I know the rules, please don’t start explaining them,” I wasn’t surprised at all. I’ve seen many children whose words are mature beyond their years, but whose emotions are far behind their childhood. Some on social media […]
Tobacco consumption in JK is rising
Mohammad Hanief Tobacco use has quietly become one of the most serious public health challenges facing Jammu and Kashmir. Despite awareness campaigns, government regulations, and warnings printed on every packet, tobacco consumption continues to rise across the region. From bustling city streets to quiet villages, smoking and other forms of tobacco use have become deeply […]
Govardhan Puja should increase devotion, not show-off
Dr. Satyawan Saurabh The rows of lamps have barely been extinguished when the next morning, Govardhan Puja, arrives. This festival is not merely a worship of Lord Krishna, but a celebration of gratitude to nature, cattle, and collective labor. This festival symbolizes the simplicity, the fragrance of the soil, and the purity of the mind […]