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Two Morsels of Rice!

Two Morsels of Rice!

His complexion, dusty hair, grimy trousers, greasy looking shirt, an old suitcase and a fresh pair of towels in hand, was enough to make sure that he was either a Bengali or Bihari labourer when he knocked at my door and, in a typical Bihari tone, said, ‘Shahabjee, Kya Mujhay Aik kamra Milshakta Hai’ (Sir, […]

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A Eulogy for my Colleague, my –Sister!

A Eulogy for my Colleague, my –Sister!

Though death is the ultimate and eternal  destiny of every  soul but the eternal departure of some people gives us grievous injuries which leave deep scars on the canvas of our reminiscence. Their separation is not just only unbearable but obnoxious as well. And our dear ones are not necessarily our relatives always but sometimes […]

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The Menace of Corruption

The Menace of Corruption

All forms of corruption leave a nation or a society crippled and barren. It shakes its basic foundations and age-old shafts of morality and ethics. It impregnates the minds of individuals with the vices of greed, lust and avarice which lead to a mad race of money and wealth. It leaves a society devoid of […]

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Changing Political scenarios and Kashmir Issue!

Changing Political scenarios and Kashmir Issue!

Electioneering has always been a source of fascination and excitement for the people of India, and the people of Jammu and Kashmir are no exception to it. It is probably one of the biggest political Melas of the world where people are seen dancing at the tunes of their favourite leaders. Development, education, health care […]

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Of faith and of healing!

Of faith and of healing!

Faith is a beautiful thing and the proverbial statement that ‘it can move mountains’ may be a little exaggeration but it does have the strength to heal people from both physical as well as spiritual yearnings. People of Kashmir have traditionally been ardent believers in faith based healing and there have been great spiritual saints […]

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A new ray of hope rises from New Zealand

A new ray of hope rises from New Zealand

The exhibition of cowardice and brutality in two Mosques at Christchurch in New Zealand on the 15th of this month has proven the fact that terrorism knows no faith and religion. Those who attribute it to any particular religion or faith have either an agenda to malign a particular faith or have no understanding of […]

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An Open Letter to His Excellency, Governor of Jammu and Kashmir

An Open Letter to His Excellency, Governor of Jammu and Kashmir

Respected Sir, I am extremely pleased to express my sincere thanks and gratitude to your kindself on behalf of whole erstwhile SSA teaching community for the historic decision to streamline the Salaries of SSA teachers of Jammu and Kashmir from the state exchequer. The transition of these teachers into Teacher Grade 2  is a remarkable […]

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The plight of our wetlands

The plight of our wetlands

Nearly two decades ago, our wetlands and other water bodies were not only pristine but rich with fish. Thus, these water bodies were a big source of food and also great sight to see and picnic around while some would love the typical Kashmiri style of fishing.  Fishing, apart from the fishermen community who did […]

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Teaching Profession deserves better appreciation!

Teaching Profession deserves better appreciation!

Medicine and engineering have been the first choice of every student when it comes to the idea of having an extraordinary career. This trend is still very much in vogue in our society though the newer career options available have made an ultimate impact on the mindset of our children. Medicine and engineering are indeed […]

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End hostilities, start talking sense!

End hostilities, start talking sense!

Escalations between India and Pakistan are increasing in view of the recent Pulwama incident. The temperatures in political circles are soaring, common masses of both the countries are hurling the choicest abuses at one another on social media while as TV channel studios are adding fuel to the fire with pseudo-political analysts from both the […]