Letter to the Editor
Dear Sir, Cinema’s Mandate: A Fiscal Tightrope The ascension of C. Joseph Vijay as Tamil Nadu’s Chief Minister marks a seismic shift from Dravidian hegemony to celebrity led populism. While his inaugural orders 200 free electricity units and enhanced safety squads resonate with welfare ideals the economic undercurrents are alarming. Inheriting a staggering debt of […]
Chintan Shivir: Aligning India’s Sporting Future Through Shared Vision
Pullela Gopichand Having had the opportunity to be part of two Chintan Shivirs, I can say with conviction that this is one of the most timely and impactful initiatives in Indian sport today. We find ourselves at a significant moment in our nation’s sporting journey—one where intent, investment, and inspiration are converging like never before. […]
Bihar Education Project Council: Pioneer of Educational Revolution in Bihar
Er. Prabhat Kishore Bihar has been presented as a challenge in the execution of any action plan. In the 90s, all the indicators related to education in Bihar were negative. Enrolment rate was very low, especially among girls and those below the poverty line, and the dropout rate was the highest compared to the national […]
Women hold high position in Islam
Tawheed Parvaiz Bhat From the first Prophet Adam (AS) to the last Prophet Muhammad (SAW), Allah blessed this earth with nearly one lakh and twenty-four thousand prophets. All the prophets sent by Allah were men. Many people raise the question: Why was no woman sent as a prophet? The answer itself reflects the greatness and […]
Sweltering classrooms and no respite
Dr. Priyanka Saurabh India is currently experiencing a severe heatwave. Temperatures are setting new records every year. The Meteorological Department regularly issues heatwave warnings. People are avoiding leaving their homes. Coolers and air conditioners have become commonplace in government offices, private companies, banks, malls, and large institutions. An air-conditioned environment is considered essential for the […]
Academically Expired: When Degrees Remain, but Knowledge Becomes Outdated
Dr. Reyaz Ahmad There was a time when earning a degree was considered almost a lifetime guarantee of intellectual authority and professional security. A person completed graduation, entered a profession, and carried the same academic knowledge with pride for decades. Society respected the degree, institutions valued the certificate, and employers trusted the qualification. But the […]
Book Review: A Critical Review of Ghuttan, a Collection of Short Stories by Subzar Ahmad Bhat
Wani Arfat In Urdu literature, the short story is not only a literary form but a mirror that reflects human consciousness, social truths, and psychological complexity. Through the medium of short stories, individuals and society can view and observe themselves in reality. The role of a short story writer is not only to write stories […]
Wedding procession, rituals and changing society
Dr. Priyanka Saurabh There was a time when the arrival of a wedding procession wasn’t just a celebration of one family visiting another, but a celebration for the entire village. Homes and courtyards were decorated, feasts were set up, songs were sung, elders offered blessings, and hospitality was considered a matter of honor. Today, in […]
Rise of Adventure Sports: Opportunity, Transformation and Responsibility
Mohammad Hanief Jammu and Kashmir, along with Ladakh, has long been synonymous with breathtaking landscapes, tranquil valleys, and a rich cultural heritage. For decades, tourism in the region revolved largely around sightseeing and leisure. Today, however, a quiet but significant transformation is underway. The region is steadily emerging as one of India’s most promising hubs […]
Kashmir’s Civic Crisis, When Personal Comfort Overrides Public Responsibility
Mudasser Wani Kashmir has always been known for its breath-taking landscapes, deep cultural heritage and strong traditions of hospitality. For centuries the collective spirit of society formed the backbone of Kashmiri life. Villages survived harsh winters through cooperation, neighbours stood together in times of grief and communities shared responsibilities without waiting for the administration to […]