Opinion

Waseem Akram “Teaching in the digital age has become technology-driven and learner-centred in form, yet paradoxically hollow in spirit. While methods have modernised, the essence of teaching—nurturing curiosity, sensitivity, and moral…

Sameer Showkin Lone  “Sanitation is not a one-time construction activity but a continuous public service critical to public health and environmental safety.” In a significant and much needed move, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday…

Mohammad Muslim “Ignorance blocks innovation by limiting exposure to new ideas, while arrogance destroys collaboration by rejecting others.” Arrogance and ignorance are two different traits; however, they often co-exist and are…

Afnan Afzal “In the days when candles lit our rooms, books lit our minds. Now screens glow bright, and our thoughts grow dim.” This reflection captures a quiet anxiety many in Kashmir feel today. It is not merely about technology, but…

Nasir Hussain Peerzada “A mosque is meant to be a sanctuary for peace, reflection, and unity. Turning it into a site of terror is not only an assault on human life, but a direct affront to the ethical conscience of humanity.”  …

Malik Nazir “While Masjids grow more comfortable, families nearby often struggle for even basic medical support, and this contrast demands introspection.” Over the last few decades, Masjids across Kashmir have witnessed visible change.…

Majid Marouphay   “What is being uploaded in the name of ‘content’ today is not creativity but moral decay on public display, shamelessly packaged for likes and followers.” The advent of smartphones coupled with high-speed 4G and 5G…

Arooja Bilal In a world that constantly demands explanations, dignity often becomes the quiet voice we forget to listen to. From a young age, we are taught to justify our choices, defend our boundaries, and prove our worth to others. We…

Amarnath Saxena   The internet has made buying health insurance easier than ever. You can now compare policies from multiple insurers right sitting at home. Online purchasing is paperless, fast, and transparent as everything can be…

Malik Mushtaq Education debates in India often begin and end with university rankings, board examination results, and competitive entrance tests. These indicators dominate headlines and policy discussions. Yet they overlook a far more…