BY EOK NEWS DESK Srinagar, Aug 13: The Chinar Book Festival is set to take place at SKICC, Srinagar, from 17 to 25 August through the collaborative efforts of the National Book Trust, India (Ministry of Education, Govt of India) and the District Administration Srinagar. The first national book festival in the valley will […]
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KU’s North Campus Secures 2nd place in RBI Policy Challenge 2023
The Department of Management Studies, North Campus, University of Kashmir, secured the 2nd spot in the prestigious National Round of the RBI Policy Challenge 2023 held in Mumbai. A team of four 9th semester IMBA students, Noureen Jan, Irtiqa Naaz, Madiha Shabir, and Bazila Mehraj, along with their faculty advisor, Dr. Viqar U. Nissa, represented […]
Passing out event for first Batch of MBBS, BSc paramedical students held at GMC Baramulla
BARAMULLA, MAY 29: A memorable passing out event was held on Wednesday at Government Medical College, Baramulla, for the first batch of MBBS and BSc paramedical students, marking a significant milestone in their academic journey. Secretary Health and Medical Education, Dr. Syed Abid Rasheed Shah, was chief guest on the occasion. The Secretary commended the […]
IDPS Society launches International School in Kashmir Valley
The International Delhi Public School (IDPS) Society inaugurated its first school directly managed by the society in the Kashmir region as the inauguration ceremony took place on Saturday at Zakura in Srinagar. The event was inaugurated by Dr. Narayan Kumar Karan, President of the IDPS Society based in New Delhi witnessed the participation of […]
UAE scales down PM’s ‘Ahlan Modi’ event amid heavy downpour
The ‘Ahlan Modi‘ community event to be addressed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday in Abu Dhabi has been scaled down due to inclement weather conditions in the UAE, an official involved in preparations said on Monday. The event ‘Ahlan Modi’ (Hello Modi in Arabic) was scaled down after heavy rains and flashes of […]
Internet Impact on Book Reading
By Syed Mustafa Ahmad In the contemporary era dominated by the Internet, there exists an undeniable truth that the cherished culture of reading books is experiencing a decline in the picturesque region of Kashmir. However, it is imperative to acknowledge that even before the Internet permeated the valleys, a substantial majority exhibited a lack of […]
Gundipora: Tradition in Every Thread
By Rayees Ahmad Kumar Several days prior, a multitude of social media pages and groups drew attention to the remarkable artistic prowess flourishing in the idyllic village of Okai, nestled in the heart of South Kashmir’s Kulgam district. This village, situated proximate to the bustling town of Kulgam, has gained widespread acclaim for its expert […]
A 1-Litre Bottle Of Water Contains Some 2,40,000 Plastic Fragments: Study
Nanoplastics pose a greater threat to human health than microplastics because they’re small enough to penetrate human cells, enter the bloodstream and impact organs A typical one-liter (33-ounce) bottle of water contains some 240,000 plastic fragments on average, according to a new study. Many of those fragments have historically gone undetected, the researchers determined, suggesting […]
Book Review: “Loonchi Gandith Tchaai”
By Rayees Ahmad Kumar Dr. Darakhshan Andrabi, the chairperson of the Jammu & Kashmir Wakf Board, has garnered widespread acclaim for her transformative leadership, ushering in revolutionary changes within the board. Since assuming control, she has not only revamped the long-standing, ailing system but has also directed her efforts towards reinstating the board’s lost eminence. […]
The Crucial Role of Education in Society
Education is more than just learning; it’s a superpower that empowers us to create a brighter future Tanveer Mian Education stands as a paramount subject due to its profound impact on both individuals and society at large. It provides us with the tools of knowledge, skills, and values, empowering us to successfully navigate life’s journey […]