FRIDAY SERMON: ZAKĀH — A Comprehensive Islamic System of Spiritual Purification, Social Welfare and Economic Justice

In the Light of the Qur’ān and Sunnah Muhammad Younis Bhat (Zahid) Islam is not merely a collection of rituals; it is a complete way of life that regulates belief, worship, character, society, and economy. Among the acts of worship, Zakāh holds a unique position because it purifies the soul, sanctifies wealth, and establishes social…

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Kashmiri Artisans Struggle Between Tradition, Turbulence, and Survival

Governments must enforce protective policies, institutions must amplify artisan voices, and consumers must learn to recognize and respect authenticity. Mohammad Hanief In the narrow bylanes of Kashmir’s towns and villages, where the rhythm of life once moved in harmony with the soft clatter of looms and the steady movement of skilled hands, a centuries-old cultural…

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BY THE WAY: Mother Language–Based Education A Fundamental Need

Dr Noour Ali Zehgeer Mother language–based education (often called mother tongue-based multilingual education) emphasizes teaching children in their first language during the early years of schooling, before gradually introducing additional languages. This approach has gained global recognition for its role in improving learning outcomes and preserving cultural identity. Having said so in India Politics are…

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Locked Consultation Rooms: How Patients Struggle Across Kashmir’s GMCs and Associated Hospitals

How extended leaves disrupt care, overburden staff, and expose systemic gaps in Kashmir’s public hospitals Gowher Bhat In Kashmir, thousands of patients travel hours from remote villages and towns, clutching prescriptions, medical reports, and fragile hope, only to find consultation rooms locked and doctors absent. For families seeking specialized care at Government Medical Colleges and…

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