Thirty Years of Project Elephant
It is increasingly evident that biodiversity conservation is one of the best strategies to combat climate change. Nevertheless, biodiversity conservation is a complex endeavor as biological communities are intricately linked with their environment. To circumvent the challenge, approaches focused on conservation of select keystone and umbrella species can help. Conservation of the globally endangered Asian […]
The ghastly reality of murder, mischief and moral decline
By: Gazi Irfan Khan Despite being titled as Ashraf al-Makhluqat, or the noblest of all creatures, man seems to have forgotten the essence of this divine title. The recent incident in Budgam district, where a girl was brutally murdered, sends shivers down one’s spine.It was not just the murder of one girl, but the killing […]
Efforts needed for a dignified life for persons with disabilities
Our education system is not inclusive. Inclusion of children with mild to moderate disabilities in regular schools remains a major challenge.
By: Dr.Satyawan Saurabh As per the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, “Person with Disability” means a person with a long-term physical, mental, intellectual or sensory impairment who, with barriers, may interfere with, interact with, or participate in their full and effective participation in society on an equal basis with others. hinders. Today there […]
Progressing British Muslims
Superficial concerns have been raised both within and outside the UK about the status of the Muslim population, though the census statistics convey something positive. UK’s Office of National Statistics (ONS), last week released the latest Census data, which apparently shows that unemployment level amongst Muslims was as high as 1 in 20, for people […]
Supportive Parenting: Need of the Hour
Speak to your children as if they are the wisest, kindest, most beautiful and magical humans on earth, for what they believe are what they will become — Brooke Hampton
Things unheard of, unknown to a community nestled in the Himalyas have started surfacing across the length and breadth of the Kashmir valley and the surge in such ghastly and heinous incidents have send shivers down the spine of masses. The trend of these ongoing homicides, suicides, and accidents hint at the lack of positive […]
Liberalization of Forest Conservation Act and Regulations
for Agro-forestry Revolution
By: Dr. Ramesh Chand Forestry is part of agriculture and allied sectors which comprise four segments namely, crops, livestock, fishery and forestry. Out of these, first three segments have witnessed sort of revolution like green revolution, white revolution, and blue revolution etc. This resulted in more than 3.05 per cent annual growth in their output […]
Ramzan: The glorious month of mercy and purification
By: SYED ANAIYAT BUKHARIE Ramzan, also known as Ramadan, is considered the most glorious month in the Islamic calendar. The month of fasting, prayer and reflectionsasMuslims all over the world go through spiritual devotion, belief rejuvenation as well as bringing back the peace of soul and mind. During this month, Muslims abstain from food, drink, […]
ROLE OF EDUCATION IN SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
Education is a human right with immense power to transform. On its foundation rest the cornerstones of freedom, democracy and sustainable human development- Kofi Annan
By: M Ahmad The term ‘Sustainable Development’ is defined as the development that meets the needs of the present generation without excessive use or abuse of natural resources so that they can be preserved for the next generation. It aims to bring a balance between meeting the requirements of what the present demands while not […]
Guardians of History: Why the Conservation of Heritage Sites Matters
By: Rashid Manzoor Bhat Heritage sites, including historic buildings, monuments, and cultural landscapes, are the tangible reminders of our history, serving as a connection between our past, present and future. The conservation of these heritage sites is critical to preserving our history and ensuring that future generations can learn from and appreciate the lessons of […]
G20 Event in Srinagar- A water shed moment forJammu and Kashmir
By: Shahid Shabir Hussain Makhdoomi With the theme “VasudhaivaKutumbakam” meaning One Earth, One Family, One Future, drawn from the Sanskrit phrase of the MahaUpnishadas, India, as the President of the G20nations for 2023,is all set to host the summit in New Delhi. Structures have already been laid downandworked out strategies put in place, to accomplish […]
