Why Kashmir’s Higher Education Needs a Shift from Access to Employability By Mir Tanveer For decades, Jammu and Kashmir has invested heavily in democratizing access to higher education. The establishment of Government Degree Colleges (GDCs) across nearly every tehsil and sub-district brought classrooms closer to home than ever before. This expansion deservedly earned praise for […]
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Cascading Skyfall
A relentless series of 35 cloudbursts has torn across Jammu and Kashmir, leaving a trail of destruction and claiming 31 lives. From the battered Chenab Valley to isolated mountain villages, communities are now left grappling with the tragic human and ecological cost. By Ajaz Rashid Across the steep ridges and narrow valleys of Jammu and […]
Cold Storage Transforms Kashmir’s fruit Industry
For decades, the horticultural narrative of Kashmir has been almost entirely dominated by its celebrated apple orchards, while delicate, highly perishable soft fruits like plums and cherries remained constrained by their own fragile nature. With a shelf life measured in mere days, these fruits presented a race against time that local growers consistently lost. Spoilage […]
Life, Loss, and the Search for Meaning
Grief strips away life’s illusions and forces us to confront what truly matters. In the quiet space of loss, we discover that true peace comes from within, not from material success. By Nighat Mushtaq and Syed Mustafa Ahmad There was a time when I believed, like so many others, that I would live forever. In […]
Healing the Next Generation
As substance abuse poses an evolving threat to young lives, understanding the root causes is the first step toward effective intervention. By combining early detection with compassionate, evidence-based care, communities can restore hope and secure brighter futures for the youth. By Mool Raj Having witnessed firsthand the devastating impact of addiction on young people, I […]
Time to Act
The growing shadow of head and neck cancers across Jammu and Kashmir demands an urgent, unyielding shift in public health consciousness. On World Head and Neck Cancer Day, the stark contrast between survival and tragedy hinges on a single, vital element: early detection. Globally, hundreds of thousands succumb to these malignancies each year, with India […]
The Untouched Beauty of Haijjan Branwar
Tucked away in central Kashmir, this serene valley offers untamed meadows, pine forests, and rich pastoral traditions. It remains an ideal retreat for travelers seeking peace away from crowded tourist hubs. By Sahil Manzoor Central Kashmir’s Budgam district, widely celebrated for its vibrant agricultural output and deep-rooted spiritual heritage is home to some of the […]
Restoring Integrity to Modern Journalism
Why responsible reporting on competitive exams must prioritize truth over marketing hype. By Aubaid Ahmad Akhoon In a rapidly evolving global media ecosystem, journalism faces a fundamental reckoning. The rapid pace of digitization, artificial intelligence, and platform migration has democratized access to information on an unprecedented scale. According to the Reuters Institute Digital News Report, […]
Governance, Peace, and Progress
Overcoming decades of instability, Jammu and Kashmir is experiencing a measurable administrative and economic shift. With a focus on youth empowerment and infrastructure, the region is laying the groundwork for lasting dignity and peace. By Syed Mustafa Ahmad Constantly revisiting the past serves little purpose; the imperative of the present moment is to concentrate on […]
India Honours High-Altitude Heroes
Twenty-seven years after reclaiming the frozen peaks of Ladakh, the nation remembers the extraordinary valor of the soldiers who defended its frontiers. From solemn ceremonies in Drass to nationwide tributes, their enduring sacrifice continues to inspire generations. By Ajaz Rashid High among the jagged, windswept peaks of the Trans-Himalayas, where the air grows thin and […]