They Cry for the Prophet, but forget his Prayer
By: Dr Aftab jan They cry when they hear the name of the Prophet Muhammad (SAW), but they forget the pain he endured to teach them how to pray. They chant slogans of love, they decorate their cars and homes with his name, but when the Adhan calls, they roll over and go back to […]
From Generation G to Generation Alpha
By: Dr. Priyanka Saurabh The changes that take place in society from time to time are not limited to politics or technology, but have a deep impact on human thinking, lifestyle and culture. This is the reason why people born in different years are identified as different ‘generations’. Nowadays, words like “Gen-G” and “Gen Alpha” […]
When Rivers turn against us
By: Ruhail Maqbool Sheikh I write today not just as a professional working on water, but as a son of this soil—born and raised among the rivers, lakes, and forests of Kashmir. For more than a decade, I have studied, sampled, and walked along the Jhelum, Dal, Wular, and countless mountain streams. I have seen […]
Hazrat Uthaman E Ghani (RA), the Third Caliph of Muslims
By: Raqif Makhdoomi. Uthman ibn Affan [RA] was the third Caliph of Muslims .Born 573/576 in Hejaz, Arabia. The Caliphate of Hazrat Uthman [RA] lasted for 12 years. From 644 to 656 CE. The longest Caliphate is of Hazrat Uthman ibn Affan [RA]. The Caliphate of Hazrat Uthman [RA] ended with his assassination in 656. […]
Before Physics, There Was Math: A Journey through Human History
By: Dr. Reyaz Ahmad Mathematics and physics are two of the oldest and most fundamental sciences, playing crucial roles in human civilization. While they are deeply interconnected, historical evidence strongly suggests that humans developed mathematics long before they systematically explored the principles of physics. This article delves into the reasons behind this sequence, the historical […]
Paradise Gasping: Kashmir’s Race for Clean Air
By: Dr. M. U. Muhammad Every breath we take in Kashmir is becoming a gamble. Once celebrated for its crisp mountain breeze and blue skies, the Valley now inhales smoke, dust, and exhaust. On this International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies (7th September), the question is stark: Will we act before our paradise […]
A chilling concern
By: Sahil Bilal Over 300 million people are involved in drug abuse worldwide. That’s not just a number — it’s a wake-up call for public health systems everywhere. According to the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) World Drug Report 2025, an estimated 316 million people aged 15 to 64 used drugs globally […]
Sports: The Natural Antidote to Sedentary Living
By: Dr Aftab jan In the present digital age, where human beings are surrounded by machines, gadgets, and endless hours of screen exposure, the role of sports has become more vital than ever before. Sedentary lifestyles, long hours on mobile phones, video games, computers, and televisions have created a culture of inactivity, leading to diseases […]
Train connectivity is redefining tourism in Kashmir
By: Mohammad Hanief For decades, tourists flocking to Kashmir had to rely on the twists of mountain roads or the uncertainty of air travel. Flights were expensive, buses uncomfortable, and winter snow often cut off the Valley from the rest of the country. Today, that picture is changing fast. With the completion of landmark railway […]
Connecting Mizoram
By: Ashwini Vaishnaw For many decades, the North East was considered a distant frontier, waiting for development. Our brothers and sisters living in North Eastern states carried aspirations of progress, but the infrastructure and opportunities they deserved remained out of reach. All this changed when Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi initiated the Act East policy. […]