Opinion

It is a well-known truth that teachers are the builders of a nation and the guiding light of society. Every person who achieves greatness in life, and every nation that reaches the heights of progress, owes it to its teachers. A teacher…

Shabeer Ahmad Lone The Qur’an, as a foundational text of immense spiritual, moral, and intellectual significance, has inspired centuries of human reflection, ethical deliberation, and scholarly inquiry. Tafsīr, or Qur’anic exegesis,…

By Muhammad Talha Amin Baruah The Tai-Ahom religion, known as Phuralung, is an early faith practiced by the Tai-Ahom community of Assam. Scholars have long explored its similarities with Hinduism and Christianity, noting shared values…

Muhammad Daied Shah As a student of law and a 2025 Millennium Fellow committed to the UN's Sustainable Development Goal on Climate Action, I find it impossible to ignore the environmental disquiet settling over our homeland. We, in…

Dr. S.K. Bhuyan and Allama Iqbal are two towering figures in South Asian literature, each shaping their cultural landscapes profoundly. Bhuyan, a distinguished historian and writer from Assam, was known for his dedication to preserving…

Shabeer Ahmad Lone Diwali, derived from the Sanskrit Deepavali meaning “a row of lamps,” transcends mere ritual to become an illumination of conscience. As Sri Sri Ravi Shankar profoundly reminds us, “The real lamp is you.” To light this…

By Firdous Ahmad Najar Parental neglect during a child’s early education can have serious effects on their future learning and overall development. The early years of life, from birth to eight years, are the most crucial period for a…

By S. Ahmad India’s development story is no longer confined to the halls of Parliament or the corridors of ministries. It is being written daily in ordinary homes, shops, classrooms, and farms — in the hum of QR codes, the whirr of sewing…

By Javaid  Jawad Some memories never lose their fragrance; they linger quietly in the heart, waiting for a moment to bloom again. One such memory from my childhood takes me back to a crowded day at Gulshan Chowk, Bandipora. Farooq…

By Malik Nazir In every district, the central chowk or square stands as more than just a traffic junction. It is the heart of urban life, a landmark that reflects the town’s identity. For Bandipora, often described as the…