New Dawn for ignored communities in J&K
By: Er. Prabhat Kishore Article 370 and Article 35A are two controversial provisions in the Constitution of India, which grant special status to Jammu & Kashmir. Article 370 empowers the State to have its own constitution and restricts the power of Parliament with respect of the state. Article 35A provides power to the state to […]
‘Carbon Farming’ opens doors of profit for small and marginal farmers
By: Priyanka Saurabh Small-scale farmers who implement low-carbon and deforestation-free practices are well-positioned to benefit from carbon markets. Carbon markets provide an important tool to compensate or incentivize farmers who provide critical ecosystem services, such as sequestering greenhouse gases or using sustainable farming practices. Beyond carbon sequestration, agroforestry under carbon finance projects increases soil fertility, […]
Digital Learning; A new era of education
By: Sahil Bilal Digital learning has indeed ushered in a new era of education, transforming the way we acquire knowledge and skills. Here are some key aspects of this transformation: Accessibility: Digital learning allows students to access educational resources from anywhere in the world. This means that learners in remote areas can access the same […]
Harudin Kashmir
By: Sahil Manzoor Autumn is the season of harvesting crops in Kashmir and the season calls tourists from all corners of the world.The Chinar tree remains the most adorable attraction for the tourists. Kashmir Valley observes four seasons, like spring, from 21st of March to 21st of June. Summer from 22nd of June to 21st […]
Unemployment in Jammu and Kashmir
By: Sahil Bilal Unemployment in Jammu and Kashmir is a significant issue that has been a topic of concern for many years. The region has faced various challenges that have contributed to high unemployment rates, particularly among the youth. Several factors contribute to unemployment in Jammu and Kashmir: Political Instability: The region has experienced prolonged […]
Turning waste into valuable resource
By: Michael OdeiErdiaw-Kwasie, Matthew Abunyewah and Patrick BrandfulCobbinah Pollution and waste, climate change and biodiversity loss are creating a triple planetary crisis. In response, UN Environment Programme executive director Inger Andersen has called for waste to be redefined as a valuable resource instead of a problem. That’s what urban mining does. We commonly think of […]
The Myth of ‘Too Much’
By: Dr.Reyaz Ahmad The idea that they are doing “too much” might overwhelm people in today’s hectic environment. According to this idea, one should push themselves to the limit, work hard, and see significant progress very rapidly. The saying that you’re not doing enough work if you’re not over-exerting yourself has become a common one. […]
Threat to our survival
By: Mohammad Hanief The glaciers in the Kashmir Himalayas are melting rapidly, threatening water security in the region. This alarming rate of glacier melt in Kashmir and Ladakh has raised concerns among experts, who warn of significant impacts on regional water availability and hydrological systems. The melting glaciers in Jammu, Kashmir, and Ladakh will affect […]
Daylight savings is about to start. But why do the days get longer?
By: Laura Nicole Driessen, University of Sydney The days are getting longer and in Australia, the switch to daylight saving time is almost upon us (for about 70% of the population, anyway).But why do we have longer days in summer and shorter days in winter? It’s all about the tilt Earth goes around the Sun […]
PM Modi: Living the ideals of Mahatma Gandhi
By: Sumitra Gandhi Kulkarni In April 2024, I went and cast my vote and was therefore relieved when in June 2024, Narendra Modi became Prime Minister of Bharat for the third time. Mahatma Gandhi or Bapuji as I call him was my grandfather. I lived with him till I was 19. This year, I turn […]
