Gasping for clean air
By: Dr. Satyawan Saurabh Pollution problems are very common in Indian cities. According to research, air in about 60 percent of Indian cities is seven times more polluted than the acceptable limit. Developing nations like India, where urbanization is ongoing people are suffering from increasing air pollution problems due to a lack of services such […]
Using stereotactic radiation therapy for prostate cancer?
By: Sathana Dushyanthen, David Kok Prostate cancer is Australia’s most commonly diagnosed cancer. One in six men will be diagnosed by the time they turn 85. Cancers are abnormal groups of cells that grow uncontrollably and start invading neighbouring sites. They can also spread to other organs in the body. This is known as metastases. […]
Poem: If I would be a bird
By: Iram Zehra Flying in the vast sky, Where there is no tension of dying Living a joyful life of my own, Having chain of my life in my hands Move here and there without any demarcating line As I know there is no one who is mine In a flock, I will enjoy the […]
Growth of industrialization boosts economy
By: Mohammad Hanief Industrialization plays a significant role in employment creation of any economy. Large-scale and heavy industries are not present in an acceptable statistics due to poor infrastructure and climatic disadvantages in Jammu and Kashmir. Only Micro, Small and Medium enterprises are growing in the union territory. The availability of raw material, cultural and […]
How do genes shape the structures in our brains?
By: Luis M. GarcíaMarín, Miguel E. Rentería The human brain is a marvel of complexity. It contains specialised and interconnected structures controlling our thoughts, personality and behaviour. The size and shape of our brains also play a crucial role in cognitive functions and mental health. For example, a slightly smaller hippocampus, the structure responsible for […]
Robotics in joint replacement benefitting patients
By: Dr RamneekMahajan In today’s landscape, technological advancements have permeated every industry, including the medical field. Consequently, we frequently encounter advertisements for robotic joint replacement surgeries. However, it is essential to clarify certain misconceptions associated with this procedure to ensure informed decision-making. From a robotic arm, which allows for greater precision, in more complex cases, […]
Impact of small changes
By: Sheikh Aqib Farooq In a world that often feels overwhelming and chaotic, the idea that small changes can lead to significantimpact is both empowering and transformative. While many people aspire to make large-scale changesin their lives, communities, or the environment, they often overlook the power of incrementaladjustments. Small changes can be the building blocks […]
Managing Lifestyle after retirement?
By: Vinod Chandrashekhar Dixit Recently I got a book titled “The Senior Citizens’ Handbook” by Dr.DhananjayChavan is a psychiatrist, a geriatrician, an author, a translator and an entrepreneur. While going through the book, I found that all the chapters are a complete guide covering a range of tips for senior citizens—from healthy eating and caring […]
Learning for Life
By: Mukhtar Ahmad Qureshi 4Cs Communication, Collaboration, Critical Thinking, and Creativity are deemed important skills in the learning framework for the 21st century. These enable people to deal with fast changing world, thus helping them adjust to new obstacles and thrive under different circumstances. This chapter is an elaborate discussion about each of the 4Cs […]
The Golden season in Kashmir
By: Rayees Ahmad Kumar The time of year that John Keats called the ‘Season of mists and mellow fruitfulness’, autumn is a season famous for its harvest times, turning green leaves into vibrant colours of yellow, red and orange, cooling temperatures and darkening nights. Autumn in Kashmir, locally known as ‘Harud,’ transforms the valley into […]
