Ashok Ogra ashokogra@gmail.com Some questions in public life simply do not lend themselves to straight answers. Politics, literature, and history often unfold in shades of grey rather than in neat columns of right and wrong. As John Stuart Mill reminded us long ago, "he who knows only his own side of the...

 Ranveer Singh opens up about stepping into a raw, unapologetic Indian character in his latest film Dhurandhar, calling it “India’s moment on the world stage.” From sharing the screen with 'prodigy' Sara Arjun to witnessing R. Madhavan’s masterclass in prosthetics, he reveals the magic behind a story that’s gripping, credible,...

Jyoti Vakhlu jyotivakhlu@jammuuniversity.ac.in From laws of inheritance to the molecule of heredity - a journey of scientific triumphs, ethical fault-lines and the end of an era with the passing of the maestro. In the time when DNA is used in everyday phrases, the philosophical thoughts on inheritance, before Mendel may seem laughable...

Dr Randhir Singh dr.randhirlo@gmail.com Skin disorders are common reasons for veterinary consultations among pet owners. However, dermatological issues in dogs are often underestimated or misinterpreted as...

Dr Shahid Amin dr.shahidamin15@gmail.com Writing has been one of oldest and most transformative inventions. Once created, it became a tool not only for communication but for reflection, imagination, and the preservation of knowledge. Today, however, this ancient act-once central to learning and identity-seems quietly neglected in a world dominated by instant...

Shaistababa624@gmail.com Shaista Baba She may be a mother, a daughter, a sister, a wife — but is she made to carry only these roles? No. These are just the roles society wants her to remain confined within. We’ve become so used to seeing her only as someone’s daughter, someone’s mother,...

Ashok Sharma ashoksharma23may@gmail.com Name of the Book:Saraz- Lok Aur Parampara Author: Prof Shiv Nirmohi Publisher: Sahitya Sangam Publications,Kachi Chawni Jammu Year of Publication:2025 Price: Rs 200.00 Saraz - Lok Aur Parampara, written by the eminent writer and Padma Shri awardee Prof. Shiv Nirmohi, is a valuable addition to the literature on the lesser-known cultural regions of...

Shahnaz Husain glmahajan@gmail.com Love smelling great from head to toe, but find your regular perfume fades quickly or feels wrong for your hair? Hair perfume is a specially formulated fragrance designed for hair health, for moisture and shine. It's become a popular addition to beauty routines, offering a unique way to carry fragrance...

Sujoy Dhar Nestled in the heart of Bhubaneswar’s creative corridor, the Odisha Crafts Museum Kalabhoomi captures the essence of the state’s rich heritage. The museum celebrates the craftsmanship of Odisha’s artisans by putting on display their breathtaking masterpieces. Built with the authenticity of local materials — the exterior uses laterite stone...

L Reena Devi samarbem@yahoo.co.in One fine Sunday morning, I stepped out for a walk, enjoying the cool breeze gently caressing my face. As I moved along the quiet road, something unexpected caught my eye-a red letter box standing partly hidden among the bushes. It held its ground with quiet dignity, asserting...

Shiv Kumar Padha Padha.shov@gmail.com. Coming down the slopes of the Himalayas, there is a town of temples, Vishawasthali, now known as Basohli, where the ruins of the magnificent palaces dominate the whole landscape. Vishawasthali, the kingdom of Raja Bhoppat Pal, Raja Kirpal, and all the Pal rulers, has remained a land...