New IT Rules; Censorship or Correct Information?
By: Advocate Hanan Moumin The gradual conversion of myriad human experiences into virtual world has indeed paved way for the dawn of digital age rapidly transforming almost every aspects of human existence. The strides of modern man into future are often elongated by scientific and technological reach and the contribution of modern information technology in […]
Role and Contributions of Street Vendors!
(They contribute significantly to the creation of jobs and they have a vital contribution to the economy. The unemployment rate in Jammu & Kashmir is higher than the national average. The UT has witnessed challenges as a result of the conflicts and the people have been mostly observed to be in crisis and depression. The treatments given are unfair to the street vendors who mostly are from poor families).
By: Dr. Firdous Ahmad Malik and Dr. Shahid Amin Trali Since ancient times, street vendors have existed. Ancient and medieval civilisations were tolerant of the nomadic traders, which contributed to their prosperity. In modern times, street vendors are rarely treated with the same dignity and tolerance as other citizens. Municipalities and police in urban areas […]
World Cancer Day: Closing the Care Gap
This year, the theme of 'World Cancer Day' which is on 4th February, is 'Close the Care Gap'.
By: Dr. Manohar Agnani The mere mention of the word ‘cancer’ sends a shiver down the spine. In such a situation, the state of minds of people suffering from cancer and those taking care of cancer patients is indescribable. If there are ‘gaps’ in the various stages of cancer care, such as in diagnosis, surgery, […]
Why does Pakistan lag behind Bangladesh?
By: Jubeda Chowdhury Bangladesh recently celebrated its 50th founding anniversary. From the center to the village level, the festival was celebrated all over the country. Many discussed the successes and achievements of the country in their programs. Its tremendous economic growth and achievements are being discussed in the international arena now. But the path wasn’t […]
“EYES”- A translation
A translation of Wasif Ali Wasif’s "Aakhain"
By: Abbas Ali “Among the wonders of the universe, the greatest surprise is the human Eye. It is like a camera, and the Perfect Divinity has demonstrated the utmost skill in His creation. By being the ornament of human visage, it acquires the status of being the symbol of distinction. Eyes are our source of […]
Rules For A Civil Service
Centre should address the fall in central deputation by consulting both states and IAS officers
By: KM Chandrasekhar and TKA Nair The Indian Administrative Service has been making big headlines with the chief minister of West Bengal and other states taking serious objections to the central government’s proposed amendments to the rules governing the deputation of IAS officers. For the sake of effective governance and in the spirit of cooperative […]
Teachers’ role as a Community Mobiliser
By: Zahra Sajaud There is no doubt in asserting that development is not possible without education. Among all major indices of development, like, HDI (Human Development Index), education is counted as a major factor. In Kashmir, decades of darkness have overshadowed whatever growth we could achieve. With it, the miles we were yet to tread […]
The making of the Constitution of India
26th January- The Republic Day of India
“The Constitution is not a mere lawyer’s document, it is a vehicle of Life, and its spirit is always the spirit of Age.” This is how B.R. Ambedkar, The Father of Indian Constitution described the Constitution. By: M Ahmad India observes Republic Day on January 26, every year. Republic Day marks an important event in […]
Covid19 and the Psychosocial Challenges
By: Fayaz Ahmad Paul Covid19 and its various strains have affected the world in a massive way and caused tumultuous economic lows besides testing and stretching the healthcare systems and exposing the underdeveloped medical sector in nearly all countries including the developed as well as the developing ones. Besides inflicting human and material losses, the […]
The wonder of the world: South Asian Economic Miracle is moving forward
By: Hafizur Talukdar After gaining independence in 1971 under the leadership of Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, Bangladesh has gone through many ups and downs and is now a developing country. With the capable and dynamic leadership and extraordinary skills of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, Bangladesh has reached this stage today. Despite […]
