By Aubaid Ahmad Akhoon The wolf, a creature that has fascinated humanity for centuries, occupies a unique place in myth, folklore, and the natural world. It is at once feared and revered—cast as a cunning predator in old tales and celebrated as a symbol of loyalty, strength, and independence in cultural traditions. Its duality mirrors […]
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LG Sinha Launches Free Homes for Flood-Hit, Sindoor Victims & Terror NoKs
By EoK News Desk Srinagar, September 11: The High-range Rural Development Society (HRDS India) today signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Divisional Commissioner Jammu and Divisional Commissioner Kashmir for building houses damaged during Operation Sindoor and recent floods in Jammu Kashmir. It is the initiative of Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and reflects his vision of empowering and […]
SDRF: Kashmir’s First Line of Defense Against Nature’s Fury
By Ajaz Rashid In August 2025, when torrential rains lashed Jammu and Kashmir, turning streets into rivers and mountain slopes into sliding walls of mud, one force stood between chaos and catastrophe—the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF). With inflatable boats, life jackets, ropes, and sheer grit, these men and women became the lifeline of thousands […]
The Poetic Rebirth of Allama Iqbal
By Aubaid Ahmad Akhoon Poetry is more than ornamented language—it is the soul of a civilization, a mirror to its struggles and its triumphs. From the masnavi to the qaseeda, from the gentle romance of classical Urdu to the sharper reflections of modernism, verse has always carried meanings that outlive their creators. Among the constellation […]
Susovan’s Leap into Cinema
For every television actor, the leap to cinema often marks both a risk and a reward—a moment where small-screen popularity is tested against the grandeur of the big screen. For Susovan Sonu Roy, that leap comes with the Bengali film Take Care Bhalobasa, a story exploring the complexities of friendship and relationships. In the film, […]
From Letters to the Cloud: Post Office Goes Digital
By Sameer Rashid When the red-and-white signboard of the local post office first appeared in remote Indian villages, it symbolised trust, communication, and connection. Letters, money orders, and parcels were once the lifelines between rural households and the wider world. Over time, however, as private courier companies and digital banking gained pace, the post office […]
Need to stay alert, follow advisories: Div Com Kashmir
Srinagar, September 03: With incessant overnight rains swelling rivers and streams across the Valley, Divisional Commissioner Kashmir Anshul Garg on Wednesday cautioned residents to “stay very careful and follow all advisories,” even as he assured that contingency and rescue plans were in place to tackle any emergency. “The flow of rain was much more than […]
The Enduring Role of Libraries Today
By Mool Raj In an era where information is available at the tap of a screen, it is tempting to assume that libraries have outlived their usefulness. With smartphones delivering instant answers and digital platforms offering books, films, and lectures, the quiet stacks of a public library might seem like relics of another age. Yet […]
A Land of Agro-Diversity
By Riyaz-Ullah The geography of Jammu and Kashmir is as diverse as its people. From the subtropical plains of Jammu to the cool temperate climate of the Valley, the region offers a natural advantage for agriculture. In Jammu, rice, maize, and wheat dominate the fields, ensuring food security for local populations. The Kashmir Valley, on […]
Teaching Beyond the Blackboard
By Syed Mustafa Ahmad Teaching is often described as the most difficult profession in the world, a claim that may sound exaggerated until one steps into a classroom and confronts the daily realities of the job. While other professions demand skill, effort, and dedication, teaching demands something more elusive: the ability to ignite minds, sustain […]