OTHER VIEW
The glorious lessons from the Battle of Badr
17 Ramadan reminds us of the importance of Jung-e-Badr, one of the most remarkable events in Islamic history. It was...
War Against Iran, Is it a Religious War?
US and Israeli leaders are framing the ongoing conflict with Iran as a religious war primarily for domestic mobilisation, civilisational...
Along Kashmir’s Historic Corridor: Rediscovering the Boniyar Temple
Kashmir is known for its rich heritage, stretching back to antiquity. Almost every nook and corner of the Valley is...
Spring Season is here!
Spring season is known for its beauty. It is one of the most pleasant and attractive seasons of the year....
Turning Plastic from Poison into Purpose
The first week of the Mohalla Initiative was a lesson in persistence. I spent my mornings at the bakery, not...
Beyond Constituency Lines: Constitutional Powers and Democratic Responsibility
In a representative democracy like India, elected members of legislative bodies are entrusted with the responsibility of voicing public concerns,...
The Hollow ‘Smartness’ of Hari Singh High Street: A Plea for Structural Rebirth
Srinagar is currently witnessing a "Heritage Renaissance." From the medieval charm of the Walled City to the polished riverfronts of...
Dal Lake: A Fading Jewel of Srinagar in need of urgent care
Dal Lake, often described as the “Jewel of Srinagar,” is more than a picturesque destination, it is a living ecosystem,...
A war that cannot be won: Israel and the United States bomb Iran
Having just formed the Board of Peace, the United States and Israel have begun the board’s first war, this time...
The Poetry of Freedom, the Prose of Power
There is a particular moral vertigo that arises when the guardians of liberty become arbiters of life and death beyond...