LESSONS: The Reader Behind the Reporter
Why Wide Reading Builds Depth in Journalism Gowher Bhat“Before the pen writes, before the camera captures, and before the microphone speaks, there is something quieter that shapes the journalist: the habit of reading widely.” Journalism is often seen as a profession of action. A reporter moves through the world, gathers facts, asks questions, writes stories,…
‘Centre for Peace and Progress’ writes open letter to India, Pakistan PMs seeking end to ‘hostilities’
STC NEWS MONITORING DESKSRINAGAR, JULY 02 (STC): PM Narendra Modi and his Pakistan counterpart Shehbaz Sharif should consider various confidence-building measures to revive relations by restoring full diplomatic relations and reinstating High Commissioners in New Delhi and Islamabad. In addition, normal visa services for citizens of both countries should be resumed.This is what the ‘Centre…
The Magic of Beautiful Game of Football
Why India Watches Every FIFA World Cup but Never Plays in One Anil Kumar Sharma Every four years, the FIFA World Cup transforms the world into one giant stadium. For a month, people forget their differences and unite in celebrating the beautiful game. Millions remain awake through the night to witness moments of brilliance that…
Bashir Arif’s book “Miyane Wachik Kotar” released at glittering function organized by JKAACL
STC NEWS DESKSRINAGAR, JULY 02 (STC): Kashmiri book “Miyane Wachik Kotar”, authored by noted writer Bashir Arif was released at a grand literary function organised by the Jammu & Kashmir Academy of Art, Culture and Languages (JKAACL) at Tagore Hall, here on July 01.Eminent scholars, writers, poets, critics, academicians, students and lovers of Kashmiri literature…
BY THE WAY: The Hidden Cost of Every Puff in Kashmir’s Tobacco Economy
The most valuable asset of any region is not its tax collection. it is the health of its people. Dr Noour Ali Zehgeer Be it winter or summer, NOON Chai and Cigarette go hand to hand in the Kashmir province. Kashmiri people fight the cold winters with cigarette in the middle finger and attempt to…

