By Mukhtar Ahmad Qureshi In drawing rooms, wedding halls, and social media feeds across Kashmir, a quiet but devastating race is underway — the race to look successful, whatever the cost. It’s a race paved with bank loans, credit card bills, and EMIs, and it’s leaving a trail of anxiety, broken values, and, in many […]
Opinion
Leading in Conservation Excellence
By Ajaz Rashid In a momentous recognition of conservation excellence, Jammu & Kashmir’s Dachigam National Park has emerged as the highest scorer in the latest Management Effectiveness Evaluation (MEE) of protected areas across India. Topping a competitive list of 438 National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries, Dachigam secured an impressive score of 92.97% a feat that […]
Bhaderwah Lavender: The Purple Gold of Jammu & Kashmir
By Mool Raj The hills of Doda district in Jammu and Kashmir is a beautiful valley known not just for its natural charm but also for its growing success in farming. Bhaderwah, often called “Mini Kashmir” because of its stunning views, has become the main center for lavender farming in India. Every summer, the valley […]
Will The Government Grasp The Opportunity
By Ajaz Rashid Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha’s unequivocal assertion at the Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan—“Only security is under my control; everything else rests with the elected government”—marks a significant political and administrative shift in Jammu and Kashmir’s evolving governance narrative. More than just a statement, it reflects a growing maturity in the Union Territory’s transition […]
The Fight Against Media Misinformation
By Ajaz Rashid In an era where information travels at the speed of a click, the responsibility of media organizations to uphold truth and integrity has never been more critical. Recent developments in Srinagar, where police have initiated legal action against certain news channels and media outlets for circulating false and inflammatory information, underscore a […]
The Real Curriculum: Honesty, Integrity, Responsibility
By Mukhtar Ahmad Qureshi Character isn’t bought in a marketplace, borrowed from a book, or built overnight. It is shaped in silence—through choices made in the dark, values tested under pressure, and conduct carried when no one is watching. In a world increasingly obsessed with appearances and shortcuts, character is the quiet force that separates […]
The Hidden Battle of a Broken Family
By Syed Majid Gilani In today’s world, where truth is often overshadowed by deception, the story of Sameer, a humble and God-fearing government officer, stands out as a heartbreaking testament to resilience amid relentless personal turmoil. What began as a marriage filled with hope and promise turned into a calculated campaign of harassment and manipulation, […]
From Awareness to Action
By Sameer Ahmad Every year on June 5, people across more than 143 countries unite to mark World Environment Day—an occasion that has grown into the most significant global platform for environmental awareness and action. First organized by the United Nations in 1974, this day has evolved from a ceremonial observance to a worldwide movement […]
Jammu-Srinagar Gas Pipeline
By Ajaz Rashid In a groundbreaking development, the Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB) has embarked on a significant move to address the energy needs of Jammu and Kashmir by initiating the bidding process for the construction of a 325-kilometer long natural gas pipeline connecting Jammu and Srinagar. The bidding process, which officially commenced […]
The Significance of Play in Children’s Lives
By Mool Raj Engaging in playtime is undeniably advantageous for your child, but the misconception that extensive hours of interactive horseplay are required to foster their development needs to be dispelled. Juggling the demands of a long workday can make it challenging to summon the energy needed for quality play with your little ones. Beyond […]