Once upon a time in Kashmir, the presence of a doctor was equated with divine grace. People affectionately referred to them as Maoul (a source of wisdom) and Mouj (mother — a symbol of care and compassion). These weren’t mere honorifics, but heartfelt expressions of cultural respect and emotional connection. Doctors were seen not just…
For decades, Kashmir has remained one of the most complex and sensitive issues in India’s political and humanitarian landscape. Often, the voices of the Kashmiri people, the primary stakeholders in this prolonged conflict, have been marginalized, misunderstood, or altogether silenced in national discourse. However, recent developments in the Indian Parliament have offered a glimmer of…
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…
