Opinion

MAJID MAROUPHAY “When honesty disappears from the marketplace, the festival itself begins to lose its soul.” As the Valley prepares to celebrate Eid al-Fitr, the city’s markets are once again overflowing with people. Families from the…

Khurshid Ahmad Khan “Kashmir has long been known for its culture of compassion, yet visible distress continues to haunt our streets and mosque courtyards.” Kashmir has long been known for its deeply rooted culture of compassion and…

S Ahmad   “What was once dependent on annual budgetary allocations has evolved into a diversified financing ecosystem blending public capital, institutional investment, debt reforms, and asset monetisation.” In the story of…

Shabeer Ahmad Lone "True wisdom lies in perceiving the whole, navigating life’s tensions with insight and compassion, balancing reflection with action, imagination with ethics, and inner discernment with social responsibility, so that…

Dr Aneeda Jan & Rabiya Jan “The right to life is not confined to biological existence alone. It embraces dignity, autonomy and the humane recognition that, in certain circumstances, letting go may be an act of courage.”…

Shoiab Mohmmad Bhat “Through fasting, Muslims learn self-control, discipline, and emotional restraint, discovering that true strength lies in mastering one’s desires and refining one’s character.” As we slowly come to a close in…

Aiyan Gulzar Paul “Hybrid seed technology is gradually reshaping agriculture in Jammu and Kashmir by enhancing productivity without compromising quality. It represents a scientific blend of innovation and traditional farming…

Tahir Majeed “Traffic signals are silent guardians of public safety. The red, yellow and green lights represent discipline, patience and mutual respect in a society constantly on the move.” The responsibility for safer roads does…

S. Ahmad Over the last eleven years, India has witnessed an extraordinary transformation in urban transport, driven by the rapid expansion of its metro rail network. What once operated on a limited scale in only a few…

Mohammad Hanief “Protecting the youth of Jammu and Kashmir from tobacco addiction must become a collective priority. Governments, educators, parents and communities must work together to create an environment where quitting is supported…