IVF innovations are helping couples to conceive
By: Dr. Neelam Banerjee In vitro fertilization (IVF) has long been a beacon of hope for couples facing infertility. This medical procedure involves combining eggs and sperm outside the body in a lab to create embryos, which are then implanted into the uterus to help individuals or couples conceive a child. Recently, the field of […]
A unique relationship
By: K S S Pillai Friendship has been recognized as such a noble relationship in our lives that Friendship Day is being celebrated by the United Nations and several countries. Man is called a ‘social animal’ who lives in society with others like him. Though he has a mixture of qualities that endear and antagonize […]
Bengal Horror: A reminiscent of security lapses at workplaces
Letter to the Editor Dear Sir, The gruesome rape and murder of a trainee doctor on the premises of a reputed government medical college of West Bengal has sent shock waves across the nation. The incident has once again raised several questions regarding the safety of women in their respective workplaces. Even though the Sexual […]
Navigating Adult Attention-Seeking Behavior
By: Dr. Reyaz Ahmad Attention-seeking behavior in adults is a complex phenomenon that can manifest in various ways, often stemming from underlying psychological issues. This behaviour is characterized by an excessive need for others’ approval, validation, and focus. It can disrupt personal relationships, work environments, and social settings, leading to various negative outcomes. Definition: Attention-seeking […]
Why do I need to yawn when someone else yawns?
By: Johanna Simkin Yawning happens when you open your mouth, take a deep breath and take in air without even thinking about it. You might be tired, bored or waking up. Most people yawn six to 23 times a day – even animals yawn! You may have noticed that you often yawn after you see […]
Addressing poor health outcomes among women
By: Dr. Anjali Kumar Attributing to the subsequent discrimination and ‘so-called’ low status of women in our country is one of the major factors directly linked with the poor health outcomes among women. While seeking women as major contributors to the society, their health poses a major area of concern for the nation. Women safety […]
Film tourism in Jammu and Kashmir
By: Mohammad Hanief Jammu and Kashmir, with its breathtaking beauty and incredible landscape that is dotted with meadows, valleys, high altitude passes, dense forests of pine and conifer, lakes, apple orchards, snow capped peaks of Pir Panjal Ranges, provides just the perfect background for shooting a film and no wonder then, that it is highly […]
Admi Musafir Hai – by Prof Dr Faiz Qazibadi
By: Rayees Ahmad Kumar North Kashmir’s Baramulla district, no doubt is popular for its enchanting landscape, crystal clear water bodies and Mugal Era’s Gateway of Kashmir. Besides this it has given birth to a number of literary giants whose literary prowess is continuously inspiring the aspiring young writers. Among these literary geniuses, Dr Faiz Qaziabadi […]
What happens in an autopsy? A forensics expert explains
By: Hayley Green Sometimes it’s unclear how or why a person died. A detailed examination of the body after death, known as an autopsy or postmortem, can help find answers. Despite what you may have seen on TV crime shows, most autopsies are minimally invasive; body often stays intact throughout a mostly observational procedure. Sometimes, […]
The scourge of favoritism
By: Mohammad Nadeem Parray Favoritism means giving preferential treatment to a person or a group, often at the detriment of others. Favoritism by a teacher in a classroom can take explicit or subtle forms. Some of the subtler forms can be – change in tone and demeanour while talking and reduced attention given to doubts […]
