By Sameer Ahmad On October 17, 2025, the world observed World Trauma Day, a pivotal occasion dedicated to raising awareness about trauma and advocating for enhanced emergency care systems. Established in 2011 by the Trauma Association of India, the day underscores the critical need for timely medical intervention and the prevention of traumatic injuries, which […]
Mind Under Siege
By Jahangeer Ganaie Amid a mounting mental health crisis across Jammu and Kashmir, an increasing number of people are beginning to seek treatment, signaling a slow yet significant shift in awareness and acceptance. Official data from the Government Medical College (GMC) Anantnag shows that over 2.7 lakh patients with mental health issues have been treated […]
Dedani: A Serene Gem in Doda’s Cultural Heartland
By Mool Raj Located in the serene Marmat valley of Doda district, the village of Dedani is a place where faith, folklore, and nature intertwine beautifully. About 30 kilometers from the district headquarters, this picturesque hamlet, surrounded by deodar and kail forests, is home to the revered Durga Mata Temple — a sacred shrine that […]
Quiet Heroes of the Classroom
By Er Aausyf Ibn Farooq “Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” – Nelson Mandela Every morning in Kashmir, as the first light touches the valleys, teachers set out on their daily journey, carrying with them not weapons, but knowledge, patience, and a passion for learning. In classrooms […]
Book Review: Noor Shah’s ‘Ek Mamuli Aadmi’
By Rayees Ahmad Kumar Amid the vibrant literary landscape of Kashmir, few voices have resonated as deeply and consistently as that of Noor Shah—a storyteller of rare finesse whose pen has long illuminated the human condition with both tenderness and precision. Born in 1936 in Srinagar’s picturesque Dalgate area, Shah’s literary journey spans several decades, […]
The Cost of Care
By Dr. Fiaz Maqbool Fazili Healthcare is one of the most fundamental human needs, a cornerstone of dignity and survival. In India, however, the question is no longer whether treatment is available, but whether it is accessible, affordable, and safe. The rise of private healthcare has undoubtedly transformed the country’s medical landscape—gleaming hospitals, sophisticated technology, […]
The Ever-Changing Art of Love
By Aubaid Ahmad Akhoon “Love doesn’t just sit there, like a stone; it has to be made, like bread; remade all the time, made new.” — Ursula K. Le Guin In the grand symphony of human existence, love is the melody that endures through every note of joy and sorrow. It is not static or […]
The Saints’ Kashmir and the Struggles of Today’s Generation
By Rayees Ahmad Kumar Kashmir, long celebrated as the “paradise on Earth,” has never been known only for its snow-capped mountains, sparkling rivers, and majestic landscapes. Its deeper beauty lies in a rich spiritual heritage shaped by saints and sages who traveled from faraway lands like Simnan, Hamadan, and Baghdad. These revered figures left their […]
Fragile Peaks, Fading Future
By Mool Raj The Himalayan states of India—Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Sikkim, and the northeastern hill regions—are standing on the frontline of climate change. Long celebrated as the “water towers of Asia,” these mountains feed the mighty Ganga, Brahmaputra, and Indus river systems, sustaining nearly two billion people across South Asia. Yet, this […]
Career Counseling: A Missing Link in Education
By Aubaid Ahmad Akhoon After completing their 10th grade, many students in Kashmir face one of the most defining moments of their academic lives—choosing subjects and career streams. For most, this decision is made under pressure, guided less by personal aptitude and more by parental expectations, peer influence, or the weight of family prestige. The […]