We often mistake intelligence for sharp answers or quick thinking. But life doesn’t test us with multiple-choice questions. It tests us in the pauses. In the hard conversations. In the silence between words. Gowher Bhat There was a boy in one of my classes. Sat in the last row. Slipped in quietly, barely noticed. His…
Every glass of milk carries a story. By choosing with knowledge and compassion, we nourish not only our bodies, but also our values. Peerzada Masarat ShahIn an era shaped by scientific discovery, ethical introspection, and ecological urgency, even the most familiar elements of daily life face deeper questioning. Among them, milk—long seen as a symbol…
Imagine this: 500 Congress workers, young guns, and professional sign-holders sweating it out in the Delhi heat, demanding “justice” for J&K. Dr Noour Ali ZehgeerThe Grand Old Party of India – Congress – has been in power for decades at the Centre, but Jammu and Kashmir was always a challenging task for them. They have…
Lessons from Adverse Events (incidents)in Healthcare: Beyond Blame, Towards Improvement Dr. Fiaz Maqbool FaziliThe recent unfortunate incident/s at the Emergency Department (ED) of teaching hospitals has reignited an urgent conversation about the systemic gaps in our healthcare infrastructure, particularly in emergency care delivery. As someone certified in healthcare quality and patient safety, with experience in…
The Kargil War of 1999 was not just a military operation. It was a defining moment that reaffirmed India’s sovereignty, tested its resolve, and immortalized its heroes. Mir Yahya In the snow-bound silence of the Himalayas, where winds howl through narrow valleys and rocky heights stand as sentinels of history, echoes still linger—of courage, bloodshed,…
