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A Rift in the West:Trump-Zelenskiy Clash Leaves Ukraine Vuln...
( USA )
Washington | WTNS | March 01: A high-stakes meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy erupted into a dramatic confrontation on Friday, signaling a potential shift in America’s stance on Ukraine’s war with Russia and leaving Kyiv more vulnerable than ever. Zelenskiy, seeking assurances of continued U.S. support against Russia, instead found himself at odds with Trump and Vice President JD Vance, who bluntly questioned Ukraine’s strategy and pushed...
A Funeral That the World Will Never Forget...
( Lebanon )
Beirut | WTNS | Feb 27: On February 23, 2025, something very big happened in Lebanon. A huge funeral was held for Sayed Hassan Nasrallah and Sayed Hashem Safieddine. These two men were great leaders. They spent their whole lives fighting for justice, truth, and freedom. But this was not just a funeral in one city. It was a funeral for the whole world. People in many countries came out to honor these two men. They carried taziyas (symbolic coffins) in different cities. This showed how much people...
“The Growing Trend of Delayed Marriages in Kashmir:Cau...
Mashkoor Ahmad Lone
( Jammu and Kashmir )
Delayed marriages in Kashmir are a growing concern, driven by extravagant customs, financial burdens, and societal expectations. These delays have negative consequences for individuals and society, leading to social and psychological issues. Islam provides a clear and practical solution by encouraging simple and timely marriages. To resolve this problem, society must return to Islamic values, eliminate unnecessary customs, and focus on the true essence of marriage—companionship, love, and moral...
Modernity, Technology and the Evolving Society...
Abid Hussain Rather
( Jammu and Kashmir )
A society that wants to accompany humanity on the journey of civilization must accept the progress made thus far and join it. It can not proceed on its own terms but must follow material advancement as a learner. In this journey, modernity and technology support each other and cannot be separated. However, there is a gap in this civilizational journey—one that is spiritual and moral. By Abid Hussain Rather Modernity is both a philosophy of life and a way of living. Technology...
Restoring Faith in Humanity: A Call for Responsibility...
Shafqat Hamid Kakroo
( Jammu and Kashmir )
Parents must nurture discipline and accountability in their children, teaching them that integrity matters more than material success. Teachers, too, should go beyond academics, ensuring students learn ethics alongside their subjects. Schools should produce responsible citizens, not just degree holders. By Shafqat Hamid Kakroo Trust is the foundation of every profession. A patient entrusts their life to a doctor, just as a student relies on a teacher. But when responsibility and...
Safina Baig expressed concern over Sopore Kathua Killings, C...
( Jammu and Kashmir )
Srinagar | WTNS | Feb 07:Prominent Women Politician and DDC Chairperson Baramulla, Safina Baig, on Thursday demanded a thorough probe into the alleged killings of Sopore youth Waseem Ahmed Malla and Kathua youth Makhan Din.
In a statement issued here, expressing deep concern, Baig stated that such incidents are intolerable and called for swift action against those responsible.
She emphasized that incidents like these create fear and distrust among the people, making justice and accountability essential.
Union Budget 2025-26:J&K Gets Rs 41,000 Crore,Ladakh ge...
( Jammu and Kashmir )
Srinagar | WTNS | Feb 01:The Union Government on Saturday proposed an allocation of Rs 41,000.07 crore to the Jammu & Kashmir Union Territory for the financial year 2025-26. As part of fund transfers to Union Territories, the Union Finance Ministry today proposed an allocation of Rs 41,000.07 crore to Jammu & Kashmir Union Territory in the Union Budget for 2025-26. As per the break-up of financial assistance for Jammu & Kashmir, Rs 40,619.30 crore has been kept as central assistance for...
Gaza Ceasefire and the Enduring Lessons of Honor, Sacrifice,...
( Palestine )
Gaza | WTNS | Jan 22:The ceasefire agreement, intended to halt the US-backed Israeli assault on Gaza, has solidified the resistance axis’s commitment to an unyielding doctrine: the only outcomes are victory or martyrdom. In this revolutionary ideology, there is no room for surrender. Until death, there is no humiliation. Rooted in Imam Hussein’s (AS) legendary stand in the plains of Karbala, this belief rejects submission in all its forms. To deviate from this path is to raise white flags,...
Srinagar’s ‘Wall of Kindness’ comes alive again...
( Jammu and Kashmir )
Srinagar | WTNS | Jan 20:Srinagar’s once-forgotten “Wall of Kindness” has come back to life; with fresh clothes now seen hanging on the wall after a recent report by the news agency—highlighted its neglected state. The wall, once hailed as a beacon of compassion during its early launch in 2018, till two years, and now had faded into anonymity, but the story reignited community interest and brought the initiative back into focus. According to the details, the Wall of Kindness, located along...
2024: J&K’s Tourism Renaissance: Three Million Visito...
( Jammu and Kashmir )
Srinagar | WTNS | Agha Syed Amin Musvi | Jan 05:Jammu and Kashmir, a land of unrivalled natural beauty and cultural richness, has emerged as a beacon of global tourism in 2024. With over three million domestic and international visitors gracing its valleys and peaks, the region has firmly reasserted itself on the world tourism map. Behind this remarkable achievement lies a transformative strategy driven by innovation, sustainability, and inclusivity. Tourism Boom Backed by Ambitious Initiatives Officials...