Climate Change and Farming: A Thorough Overview
BY: Dr Nazir A. Pala Climate change effects are defined as sequences of environmental, social, and economic threats expected to alter lives of vulnerable communities with adverse impacts on their livelihood. In the 21st century, the threat of climate change (CC) is one of the greatest challenges to livelihood in developing countries. This can potentially […]
COVID-19: Trump versus WHO
By: Shabir Ahmad In a shocking development, US President Donald Trump has decided to freeze the funding to World Health Organisation (WHO). He has accused the international organisation of mismanaging the COVID-19 crises. The war of words between the WHO and the US President has been going on for some time now and the US […]
I am hungry!
Azhar u din According to the FAO (Food and Agricultural Organization) — “Hunger is an uncomfortable or painful physical sensation caused by insufficient consumption of dietary energy. It becomes chronic when the person does not consume a sufficient amount of calories (dietary energy) on a regular basis to lead a normal, active and healthy life.” […]
Divine law of punishment!
By: Aabid Shahin Regardless of the armed richness, social standing and financial prosperity, today we are powerless and penniless beggars. Outbreak of this novel virus reminds us our inherent infirmities, posing great danger to both rich and poor alike. Will life return to normal soon or not? There cannot be a simple answer to this. […]
Ramadan and Covid-19
BY: Junaid Ahmad Khan With the spread of Covid-19 impacting millions of people worldwide, the holy month of Ramadan, which is scheduled to begin on or around Thursday 23, April may look very different this year. For Muslims around the world, Ramadan is one of the most revered months of the year. Many of the […]
The Economics of Covid-19
BY: Mohamad Maqbool Lone Blame it on the outbreak of COVID19 pandemic, countries around the globe have moved sternly to concentrate on the emerging issues related to health. The vulnerability and fragility of health was underrated not only in India but also in various developed countries. Talking about the health sector of different countries, an […]
Persist until you succeed
“Few things are impossible to diligence and skill; great works are performed not by strength but by perseverance.” SAMUEL JOHNSON BY: SHABIR AHMAD Every great success in your life will represent a triumph of persistence. Your ability to decide what you want, to begin, and then to persist through all obstacles and difficulties until you […]
Help, but do not disgrace!
BY: Shabeer Rather/Peerzada Umer The COVID-19 pandemic has caught world on back-foot. Everything is on standstill. Economies are shrinking, jobs are diminishing, poverty is rising and most importantly death toll is soaring. There is global slowdown, recession has been pronounced. The businesses are shut; there is nothing normal, and potentially may not be for quite […]
Multiculturalism in India as a template for Kashmir’s future
Multiculturalism helps to balance the sociopolitical environment of a state. It encourages inclusion and reduces alienation within and outside communities
BY: AMBREEN YOUSUF In recent decades, as a result of the new world order, the world has become a global village. The emergence of regional/international organizations, economic corridors, and communication technologies have brought people much closer. The processes of globalization while undermining borders have simultaneously created cross-cultural, religious, linguistic and ethnic ties between people. Thus, […]
The essence of relationship
BY: Syed Maajid Rashid Andrabi At a time when the whole world is grappling with Covid-19 pandemic and people are confined to their homes, it is worthwhile to mention that all the worldly gains at this point are of no value. What still matters, is the concern we have for our dear ones whom we […]
