Kashmir Life
Briefing February 2-8, 2025
JAMMU KASHMIR
Omar Abdullah’s joy was short-lived as an announcement on his social media about a salary hike for special police officers (SPOs) in Jammu...
Can Kashmir’s Fading Forests Be Saved?
by Tanveer Ahmad Rather
Nature’s laws are unyielding. Even the slightest violation invites consequences, for there is no room for mercy. These laws offer...
What Does the Word ‘Choub’ Symbolise Across Kashmir?
by M J Aslam
Choub, a Persian-origin word, symbolises power and authority in Kashmiri culture. Historically used for discipline, taxation, and trade, it also appears...
Can We Afford a Second Generation of Brain-Rotten Idiots?
by Nasir Hamid Khan
Experts caution that behaviours initially perceived as pleasurable and engaging can trap individuals in a dopamine deficit state. Over time, these...
How Do Gurez, Ladakh, and Gilgit Preserve the Shina Language?
by Dr Suheel Rasool Mir
Central and state governments can potentially elevate the Shina language by granting it due recognition within cultural academies, colleges, and universities....
India Engages Taliban Leadership
India's Foreign Secretary met Afghanistan's acting Foreign Minister in Dubai, marking a strategic step amid rising Afghanistan-Pakistan tensions. India's quiet diplomacy with the Taliban...
Is the Liberal World Order Collapsing Under Trump?
by Dhananjay Tripathi
The liberal world order is weakening as nationalism rises. Trump’s controversial stance includes suggesting Canada join the US, reviving interest in acquiring...
Are We Doing Enough to Secure a Girl’s Future?
by Sadia Raashid
Every girl deserves a future where her potential is nurtured, her aspirations are supported, and her rights are safeguarded—every day.
In a world...
What Does It Take to Ride from Kashmir to Kanyakumari?
by Dr Nisar Farhad
Riding is more than merely keeping a hand on the clutch, a foot on the brake, and eyes on the road;...
Briefing January 26 – February 1, 2025
In Jammu and Kashmir, over 31,000 students are enrolled in schools where only one teacher is posted, raising concerns about the quality of education.
KASHMIR...
Why Does the Abundance of Choice Leave Us Stuck?
by Azra Hussain
Is decision paralysis, a modern-day challenge caused by an abundance of choices? What are the psychological, historical, and societal factors contributing to...
Is Death a Text Open to Endless Interpretation?
by Ghulam Mohammad Khan
Ultimately, no single approach to interpretation can claim to hold the complete truth or provide the final word on a text....
What Lies Ahead After Trump’s US Exits the WHO?
by C Raina MacIntyre
Donald Trump's plan to withdraw the US from the WHO has sparked concern, citing mismanagement and political influence. The move may...
What Steps Can Prevent Heart Attacks in Kashmir’s Harsh Winters?
by Liyaqat Gulzar
According to data from GMC Srinagar, 700 people suffered cardiovascular failure during the four-month winter period between mid-November and mid-March in 2020,...
What is the World Health Organisation and why Does it Matter?
by Eileen Travers
The WHO, born from the 1851 International Sanitary Conference, has advanced global health since 1948. It combats diseases, strengthens healthcare, and responds...
