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Ceasefire and Symbolism:Iran’s Strategic Resilience Under ...

Tufail Shah

( Jammu and Kashmir )

Political scientist John Mearsheimer’s realist theory also applies here: “Great powers are always looking for opportunities to gain power over their rivals.” Yet in this case, the lesser military power—guided by ideology rather than imperial ambition—demonstrated resilience that frustrated both American and Israeli expectations. By Tufail Shah Political Commentator | Kashmir After a rapid escalation between Iran, Israel, and the United States, a ceasefire...

Voices that moved the World:A Reader’s Foreword of Inspira...

Aubaid Akhoon

( Jammu and Kashmir )

As an educator, columnist, and motivational speaker devoted to nurturing young minds, I wholeheartedly recommend this book for every classroom, every home, and every heart that yearns to learn. Let it remind us all that science is not merely about equations and laboratories—it is about daring to question, to dream, and to shape a better world. By Aubaid Akhoon: In an age that calls for innovation, resilience, and intellectual leadership, “Biographies of Scientists”...

An Unlikely Evolution:Breaking the Stereotypes-How Colonel S...

Aga Syed Amin Musvi

( Jammu and Kashmir )

It is an image we have seen many times before: men in uniforms, standing tall with the weight of the nation on their shoulders, eyes piercing the horizon. But there, in the midst of this, in this very space of conflict, discipline, and command, two women stand—resolute, poised, and unswerving. Colonel Sofiya Qureshi and Wing Commander Vyomika Singh are not just a part of the military establishment; they are its beating heart, its powerful pulse in a time of crisis, its embodiment of strength in...

Honoring Agha Syed Baqir:A Soul of Silent Wisdom, Profound S...

Aubaid Akhoon

( Jammu and Kashmir )

In the heart of Kashmir, where spiritual legacies run deep and sectarian identities often shape public discourse, I was blessed to encounter a soul whose presence defied division. A scholar, a saint, and above all, a silent reformer — Agha Syed Baqir Al-Mousvi Al-Najafi was not just a teacher to me; he was a bridge between traditions. A Tribute from a Sunni Disciple to his Shia Mentor. By Aubaid Akhoon “In the garden of faith, where divisions often bloom like thorns, there occasionally...

A Tribute to Allama Agha Syed Baqir Mosavi Kashmiri:In the P...

Syed Burhan Hyder

( Jammu and Kashmir )

Every time I climbed those few familiar steps to Alama’s Dewa’n Khaneh nestled in Budgam, it felt like stepping into a different world. In the quiet corner of his modest room, walls lined with timeworn books and a stillness that seemed sacred. He would sit with quiet dignity. A scholar by calling, a grandfather by presence, and a poet in the quiet moments between, Alama lived in the gentle rhythm of wisdom shared softly, never imposed. A Tribute to Allama Aga Syed Muhammad Baqir ibn Hujjatul...

World Social Work Month 2025:Celebrating the Changemakers Wh...

Imran Maqbool Wani

( Jammu and Kashmir )

Social workers make vital contributions, yet they work in tough conditions. Their job takes an emotional toll, they have few resources, and their duties keep growing. Many struggles with huge caseloads and little money or support from their organizations. In poor areas, they’re often the only help for families in need, but people rarely notice their work. By Imran Maqbool Wani “Social workers are the social engineers of humanity, constructing bridges of compassion, laying foundations...

Papa is in the Drum:The Dark Truth behind Domestic Murders...

Mahfooz Ahmad Bakshi

( Jammu and Kashmir )

Women murdering their husbands with the help of their lovers, or vice versa, is one of the most heartbreaking incidents that has ever happened and continues to happen. Unfortunately, it will likely continue in the future as well. To our great surprise, we may see such crimes increasing day by day. Security forces are doing their best to stop these crimes, and there is no doubt about that, but it’s still not enough; in fact, it’s not even close to enough. Hard work done in the wrong way never...

The Forgotten Mohra Power Plant:A Historic Treasure that nee...

Mashkoor Ahmad Lone

( Jammu and Kashmir )

With modern technology and a clear vision, Mohra can once again become a source of clean energy for Kashmir. If it was possible to build this project over 100 years ago, why can’t we restore it today? By Mashkoor Ahmad Lone Can Kashmir’s First Hydroelectric Project Light Up the Valley Again? In the heart of Kashmir’s Baramulla district, near the banks of the Jhelum River, lies the abandoned Mohra Hydroelectric Power Plant—a once-great project that brought electricity to the valley over a...

Kashmir:Empower Women, Empower Society...

Tariq Geelani

( Jammu and Kashmir )

Women play a crucial role in the development of any nation, and their contributions are invaluable across various sectors. Representing more than half of the population, women are essential to the growth and prosperity of the country. Achieving national development is not possible unless women are included and empowered to contribute equally to all aspects of society. They are the backbone of the domestic economy and make significant contributions to the workforce, culture, and economy. However,...

Ayatollah Sayyid Jalali:A Bastion of Knowledge and Piety...

( Jammu and Kashmir )

Sayyid al-Jalali hailed from the esteemed Jalālī family in Kashmir. The first member of this family to settle in Kashmir was Sayyid Mirza Ḥusain Sabzevari, who migrated from the prominent city of Sabzevar in Iran. He was a renowned scholar and poet, playing a crucial role in advancing Shi’ah Islam in the region. Following his death in 1098 A.H., he was interred in his residence on Gupkar Road, Srinagar. It is likely that Nawab Ibrahim Khan, who served multiple terms as the Mughal administrator...