Divine Shields for the Heart, Soul, and Life
By: Dr. Aftab Jan In a world that has become a battlefield of unseen wars—where the heart silently bleeds, the soul drowns in doubts, the mind is hijacked by whispers, and families crumble under invisible forces—Allah ﷻ did not leave us to suffer in darkness. He, out of His unimaginable mercy, gifted us four divine […]
Question to understand, learn
By: Abid Hussain Rather Dostoevsky once said that the world will reach a time when intelligent people will be stopped from thinking and questioning so that they do not offend fools. Yes, questioning is dangerous to foolishness because foolishness often relies on blind acceptance rather than thinking deeply or critically. When someone starts questioning, they […]
The Vanishing Night Sky
By: Narayanan Kizhumundayur The night sky, once a breathtaking spectacle admired by civilizations for millennia, is slowly disappearing under the overpowering glow of artificial lights. As cities expand and human activity continues to increase, the natural darkness of the night is being replaced by an endless sea of artificial illumination. What was once a source […]
Elders in the digital age
By: K S S Pillai Most elders feel honoured to be called ‘senior citizens’ and enjoy some benefits from the government. When I visit my bank or another institution, I stand proudly in a separate, short line to get my work done. I also feel special when I am called a ‘senior citizen’ or ‘super […]
Open letter to the Education Minister
By: Mohammad Nadeem Respected Madam, I write this open letter with deep concern and sincere hope, on behalf of countless students, teachers, and parents across Jammu & Kashmir who are witnessing a silent academic crisis. While summer vacation is a customary and necessary part of the school calendar, it is imperative that we reflect on […]
A Divine Cry for a Dying Humanity
By: Dr Aftab jan “Wal-Asr – By Time.” These aren’t just words. This is a divine oath from the Creator of the heavens and the earth—Allah Himself swearing by the most powerful, the most perishable, and the most wasted thing in our lives: time. He doesn’t swear by gold, power, or empires—He swears by time […]
Peer Ki Gali: A serene and a wonderful tourist attraction
By: Toseef R Ganai Amid the majestic folds of the Pir Panjal range, where mist dances with ancient conifers and the whispers of bygone Sufi saints echo across alpine meadows, lies Peer Ki Gali- a sublime confluence of natural grandeur, historical gravitas, and spiritual depth. Located on the historic Mughal Road, at an altitude of […]
‘Faisla’: Not a short story, but a brave document of sentiment
Book Review By: Dr. Amit Tiwari “Whatever I saw, felt and lived within, I put it on these pages.” This line of Dr. Satyavan Saurabh emerges as the soul of his short story collection “Faisla”. At a time when in contemporary Hindi literature, short story has been considered a synonym for smallness, this collection revives […]
Steeling through the Mountains: Kashmir’s Rail Revolution
By: Jaya Varma Sinha On a clear June day, draped in marigold flowers and national pride, the Vande Bharat Express began its maiden journey from Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra to Srinagar. Flagged off by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the moment marked more than the launch of a high-speed train. It was the culmination of […]
From Self-Doubt to Self-Belief
By: Dr. Reyaz Ahmad Self-confidence is not a magical gift — it’s a skill. Just like learning math or playing an instrument, confidence grows when you practice it with intention. Whether you’re preparing for a presentation, starting a business, or simply trying to boost your self-confidence, this guide will show you how to build lasting […]
