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Learning to Ask Why: Critical Thinking in Early Childhood

Early cultivation of critical thinking not only supports academic success but lays the foundation for problem-solving, leadership, creativity, and effective decision-making throughout life. Gowher Bhat In classrooms, homes, and playgrounds, children are constantly making sense of what surrounds them. They listen to adults, observe other children, watch screens, and absorb rules that shape their behaviour….

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TRAFFIC AWARENESS DRIVE: SSP Traffic Srinagar warns parents against underage driving

STC NEWS DESKSRINAGAR, JANUARY 20 (STC): A special awareness drive aimed at curbing reckless and illegal driving by minors on Srinagar city roads was conducted today under the guidance of SSP Traffic Srinagar City, Ajaz Ahmad. During the drive, SSP Srinagar City counselled traffic violators, including underage riders. Two young boys, one of them just…

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Nitin Nabin formally appointed BJP’s national president; PM Modi calls him “boss”

STC NEWS MONITORING DESKNEW DELHI, JANUARY 20 (STC): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) formally announced Nitin Nabin as its new national president at a ceremony at the party headquarters in New Delhi, today.Prime Minister Narendra Modi, ex-BJP President J.P. Nadda and Union Ministers Rajnath Singh, Amit Shah and Nitin Gadkari were among those who greeted…

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Former cabinet minister Sham Lal Sharma pitches for separate Jammu state; claims Kashmiris have no loyalty towards nation

STC NEWS DESKJAMMU, JANUARY 20 (STC): Former cabinet minister and senior leader, Sham Lal Sharma, has claimed that people of Kashmir have no loyalty towards the nation and alleged that unrest in Kashmir has disturbed what he described as the peaceful region of Jammu. “Jammu would be far better off if it were separated from…

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Redeveloped old Amira Kadal bridge thrown open for public; LG Sinha performs inauguration

STC NEWS DESKSRINAGAR, JANUARY 20 (STC): Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today inaugurated the redeveloped Amira Kadal bridge in Srinagar. The bridge is equipped with improved walkways, seating facilities and modern lighting arrangements to enhance public access and safety.The redeveloped old Amira Kadal bridge on the Jhelum river, has been redesigned exclusively for…

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