Natural Calamities and Our Invited Woes
Apne Khaitoun Se Bichadne Ki Saza Paata Houn
By: Mushtaq Hurrah The whole world is battling a terrible pandemic. And most of the countries including India have enforced lockdowns to stop the spread of this dreaded virus which seems to be the only way out. Amid all this chaos and confusion, new challenges are emerging very rapidly. Global economies are crumbling and laymen […]
The Role of Panchayati Raj in Sustaining Peace and Development of J&K
Local institutions can play a vital role in peacemaking as they are more involved in day-to-day life and problems of ordinary citizens. It is convenient for local leaders to approach the locals and involve them in inclusive peace negotiations.
Rebuilding and repairing are essential elements of human life. The same holds true for communities in conflict zones. In conflict zones, ways and methods of engagement of local people in communication and political processes often become the most sustainable systems for rebuilding and repairing societies affected by violence and mistrust. These processes, which seek to […]
Cooperate for Common Good
The entire world is going through a trying-period because of the fast-spreading Novel Corona Virus. To be frank, no solution is available to counter this small dreaded entity. And all we can do to defeat this pathogen is to follow precautionary measures. Albeit precautionary measures prescribed for prevention of this infection are simple but these […]
“WATER AND CLIMATE CHANGE”
WORLD WATER DAY 2020
On this World Water Day, as countries gather and pledge, yet again, to protect water resources and understand the impact of climate change on water reservoirs, taking a road closer home, Adeela Hameed from Kashmir Images interacts with a renowned Kashmiri scientist to know more about the Valley’s freshwater reserves, climate change (CC) effects, and […]
Need of education from the Islamic perspective
The importance of education has been repeatedly emphasized in the Qur’an, which is the ultimate source of guidance for the Muslims. Quranic verse “IQRA BISMI RABBIKAL LAZI KHALQ” (Read! In the name of your Lord who created all that exists) started with the word “IQR’A” which means to Read, to seek knowledge, educate yourselves, be […]
My dear Bernie, you have made history, challenged the holy cows of capitalism
You, Bernie Sanders, in the land of 'free enterprise and the pursuit of happiness' have made the word 'communist' acceptable again. As far as the word 'socialist' goes it has become not just acceptable but respectable too. Now that is creating history.
By Saeed Akhtar Mirza I hope you don’t mind me calling you Bernie. The reason I do so is because we are almost the same age and, surprisingly, your vision of the world has an uncanny resemblance to my own. So, I felt the need to write to you. Before I get down to the […]
COVID19: The world has come to a virtual halt!
Corona Virus is assuming dangerous proportions with almost more than five thousand souls falling prey to it, and more than one hundred twenty thousand infected, including some big names in politics and sports- noteworthy among them are Spanish and Canadian prime ministers’ wives, cricketer Kane Richardson and many others. China, Italy and Iran are the […]
CORONAVIRUS- IMPACTS, SYMPTOMS AND PREVENTION
By SUHAIB IDREES LATEEF, SALMA LATEEF Coronavirus or COVID 19(CORONA VIRUS DISEASE) or nCOV-2019 is an infectious disease caused by a new virus that had not been previously identified in humans. The virus causes respiratory illness similar like flu with symptoms such as a cough, fever and is characterized by mild symptoms including a runny […]
Mastering writing skills
Answer writing skills with facts and figures can help in scoring more in competitive exams
BY: A.K Mishra All young and dynamic minds are heading for UPSC Civil services examination 2020. Some will have their first attempt and some will make another try. But there are certain guidelines to be followed every time one plans to appear in such a prestigious examination are some of them are as under: 1. […]
Unprofessional advices are unacceptable!
Periodic trainings are extremely important for government employees as it enhances their capacity and helps them to retain and renew their set of skills. It adds on to the professional abilities of workforce and therefore enriches the organisations, institutions and departments they work for. All the multinational companies impart periodic trainings to their employees through […]