Why Does Government Employment Remain the Preferred Career Choice Among Youth in Jammu and...
by Dr Farooq A. Lone
Government jobs remain highly preferred due to security, benefits, prestige, and stability, though excessive dependence on them limits broader career...
Can Trump-Xi Beijing Summit Reset Fragile US-China Relations Amid Deep Strategic Rivalry?
by Asad Mirza
Trump and Xi projected cautious optimism during the Beijing summit, but deep tensions over Taiwan, trade, technology, military rivalry and global influence...
Can Women’s Sessions in Alumni Meets Transform Institutions and Inspire Future Generations?
by Prof M A Shah
Women’s Sessions in alumni meets celebrate achievements, foster mentorship, encourage inclusivity, inspire future generations, and transform institutions into platforms for...
Is Kashmir Forcing Divorced Women to Live in Silence Rather Than Remarry?
by Nayeema Ahmad Mahjoor
An emotionally charged riverfront conversation explores divorce, remarriage, loneliness, gender inequality, religious hypocrisy, and societal stigma faced by middle-aged women in Kashmir
The...
Are Quiet People Really Introverts?
by Fida Hussain Bhat
Quietness is often misunderstood as introversion, although silence may emerge from wisdom, difficult experiences, thoughtful reflection, unsuitable environments, or a preference...
Can Justice Balance Human Fear and Animal Cruelty in the Magam Dog Killing Incident?
by Shadab Ahmad Lone
The Magam incident raises difficult questions about self-defence, animal cruelty, public safety, fear, and whether justice should consider human panic alongside...
Had Loneliness Entered Their Hearts Before Drugs Entered Their Veins?
by Javaid Ahmad Lone
An emotional reflection on drug addiction, exploring loneliness, broken relationships, emotional neglect, and societal transformation through Sajad Inqilabi’s deeply moving poetic...
Have We Forgotten the Power of Gratitude in Everyday Life?
by Muneer Ahmad
An exploration of gratitude’s transformative power, highlighting everyday blessings, resilience during hardship, spiritual insight, and the importance of appreciating life with humility.
In...
Can Jammu Kashmir Sustain Growth Amid Limited Revenues and High Dependence on Central Assistance?
by Ruqaya Akhter
An examination of J&K’s fiscal structure highlights dependence on central assistance, constrained own revenues, and the challenge of sustaining growth while maintaining...
What Can a Missing Diet Coke Can Reveal About India’s Economic Fragility?
by Sri Varshith Kumar Reddy E
A Diet Coke shortage exposes India’s dependence on fragile global supply chains, revealing contradictions between domestic resource abundance, manufacturing...
Does Success at a Global Scale Depend More on Individual Effort or Enabling Environments?
by Er Suhaib Bakshi
An analytical reflection examines how Elon Musk’s rise reflects a convergence of individual effort and enabling ecosystems, highlighting the interplay between...
Is Childhood Asthma Being Missed Despite Rising Cases and Effective Treatment?
by Dr Suhail A Naik
Childhood asthma is rising and often goes unnoticed. Early diagnosis, inhaler-based treatment, trigger control, and adherence are essential to prevent...
Why Are Kashmiri Students Underperforming in Competitive Examinations Despite Strong Academic Potential?
by Dr Farooq A. Lone
Kashmiri students lag in competitive exams due to systemic gaps in mentorship, infrastructure, and continuity, not to their ability; improving...
Is Inflation Reshaping Marriage, Fertility, and Gender Dynamics in Kashmir?
by Quaseen Jahan
An examination of Kashmir’s marriage market shows inflation, rising costs, and social expectations driving delayed marriages, lower fertility, and evolving gender and...
Can Iran’s Grip on the Strait of Hormuz Be Broken Despite Western Military Superiority?
by Asad Mirza
Iran leverages geography and asymmetric warfare to control the Strait of Hormuz, challenging US military dominance while disrupting global energy markets and...
