Actor Raveena Tandon says humour in the 90s was uninhibited and unapologetic, something that is difficult to replicate in movies today as one never knows what will trigger a social media debate. Tandon credits comedy hits like "Bade Miyan Chote...
T N Ashok Hollywood has conditioned audiences to expect diminishing returns from franchises. The first film dazzles, the second tries to outdo it, and by the third the series usually runs out of ideas. Jeethu Joseph's Drishyam trilogy breaks...
Filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani says the bond shared between the characters of Munna and Circuit is behind the enduring appeal of his "Munnabhai" franchise and promises that the third chapter in the story will be out as soon as he...
Ashok Ogra ashokogra@gmail.com There is a light-hearted saying: "A Kashmiri weather forecast is simple-carry an umbrella if the sun is shining." The umbrella, however, is more than protection against the rain. It has also found a place in India's popular...
Mata Bala Sundri at Billawar Chand Kishor Sharma The Jammu region is widely renowned for the worship of Hindu goddesses, whose temples are predominantly situated amidst the picturesque Shivalik Hills. These sacred shrines serve as living repositories of the region's...
Dr. Nidhi Jasrotia Perched in a naturally beautiful, hilly terrain with thick Pine forests of lower Siwalik region in tehsil Billawar of Kathua district, lies the small hill town 'Bhaddu'. Bhaddu town has a rich royal legacy, historical and cultural...
Where Rajouri's Hills hold a Shrine for Everyone Subir Jamwal harmeetjnu@gmail.com Tucked into a hillock above Thanna Mandi in the Rajouri district, the shrine of Baba Ghulam Shah Badshah has drawn Hindu and Muslim pilgrims alike for the better...
Ashok Ogra ashokogra@gmail.com If there is one issue that continues to attract attention among those in Pakistan who seek to further the idea of "purifying the land of the pure," it is the treatment of the country's religious minorities. When...
Professor (Dr.) Vikas Sharma, Nancy Vohra vikas.skuast@gmail.com Verbascum thapsus (soot tamaku), is an important medicinal herb belonging to the family scrophulariaceae, native to Europe, Western Asia, North Africa and has naturalized widely across temperate regions of the world including several...
Dr Vishali Kotwal vishalikotwal@gmail.com Heat related illness is one of the deadliest but preventable weather-related illness. It is more common in areas that do not typically experience periods of prolonged hot weather. It is seen more often early during onset...
Dr Ankur Gupta Parkinson's disease is a progressive neurological disorder. The first signs are problems with movement. Smooth and coordinated bodily muscle movements are made possible by dopamine, a substance in the brain. Dopamine is produced in a part of...
Vijay Hashia iamvhashia@gmail.com We live in a time where speed has replaced depth and reaction has replaced reflection. Our mind has become hyper active, and is rarely at rest. Our mind moves briskly from one to another thought without fixing...
Rakesh Sharma Mathematics is often seen as a subject of formulas and calculations, but at its heart it is a way of thinking, exploring, and understanding the world around us. Over time, fear and pressure can make learners drift away...
Dr. Anoop Singh dranoop8998@gmail.com Dear Student, I want to begin with something no report card, no grade sheet, no school assembly has ever said to you loudly enough: YOU MATTER. Not your rank. Not your percentage. Not your ability to...
Dr. Akshay Gupta drakshay.ortho@gmail.com Competitive examinations have always been associated with hard work, discipline, sacrifice, and ambition. Yet, at certain moments, they begin to test something far deeper than academic preparation alone - emotional resilience, patience, adaptability, and the ability...
Col Shiv Choudhary (Retd.) shivchoudhary2@gmail.com Class 12 is not just another academic milestone; it is a decisive phase that shapes the career and direction of a student’s future. For students across India, this year plays a crucial role in determining...
Niraj Dubey singer2671@gmail.com In this global era of technological transformation, the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into schools and higher education has transformed cybersecurity ecosystem from a technical IT issue into a critical strategic governance challenge. The increasing integration of...
Dr. Rizwan Rumi rizwanroomi2012@gmail.com On June 9, 2024, Prime Minister Narendra Modi took the oath of office for a third consecutive term, marking a significant milestone in India’s democratic journey. By mid-2026, the Union Government had completed twelve years in...
Mohammad Hanief m.hanief@gmail.com Mental health and well-being have become increasingly important topics in today's fast-paced and interconnected world. While considerable attention is often given to physical health, mental well-being is equally essential for leading a productive, fulfilling, and meaningful life....
Urvi Gupta and Astha Sharma mahajanurvi26@gmail.com Psychologist Diana Baumrind introduced the theory of parenting styles in the 1960s based on two dimensions: demandingness (control and discipline) and responsiveness (warmth and support). These dimensions combine to form four main parenting styles:...
Sunil Vaid skvaid.743@gmail.com Father’s Day is not merely a date on the calendar; it is an occasion to pause and reflect upon the immense contribution of fathers to families, societies, and nations. While mothers are often celebrated for their visible...
Rekha Jad rekhajad1969@gmail.com Every hour or so, the phone pings: “You have a delivery awaiting approval for entry.” Different parcels for different members of the family. The doorbell follows, and oversized brown bags keep piling up — silent monuments...
Yoga's Transformative Role in Building a Nasha Mukt Bharat Anu Mahajan A nation's true strength lies not merely in its economic prosperity or technological advancement, but in the health, character and aspirations of its youth. When young minds are...
Vikas Kapoor "A World of Resistance","Book by Assa Doron and Alex Broom"by Australian National University anthropologist & Sydney sociologist respectively, is an important interdisciplinary study that examines the growing crisis of antibiotic resistance in India and its global consequences. Published...
An indigenous blueprint for securing Bharat Sunny Dua sunnydua55@gmail.com Book: National Security Doctrine - Indic principles for securing India Author: Brig Rajiv Mahna Pages: 221 Price: Rs 1199 In an era when national security is increasingly shaped by complex geopolitical...
Prof. Dr. P.L.Koul Book Details Title: Secrets to a Long and Happy Life: A Guide to Your Later Years Author: Prof. Dr. B. L. Kaul Publisher: Sabre and Quill, New Delhi, India Pages: 128 (Paperbound) Price: Rs 399 Overview The...
Prof. (Dr.) Ram Kumar Mishra ramkumarmishra@gmail.com There are books one reads once, and there are books one returns to time and again for guidance, introspection, and intellectual companionship. Lord Sri Krishna - The Leader of All Time: Evidenced by Sri...
Dr. Tanvi Sharma kavitaparihardoda@gmail.com In the expanding universe of digital life, beauty has acquired a new grammar. It is no longer simply seen; it is processed, refined and circulated through layers of technological mediation. On platforms such as Instagram and...
Shahnaz Husain glmahajan@gmail.com Just like your skin, your nail plate and cuticles are more vulnerable in the heat. Sun exposure, chlorine, sea salt, sand, and higher sweat production can cause dryness, discolouration, lifting and brittleness. Hot weather, air conditioning, and...
Shahnaz Husain glmahajan@gmail.com Celebrated worldwide on June 21, International Yoga Day is the perfect reminder to slow down, stretch out, and let your inner glow shine through. Yoga is the complete route to physical, emotional and pranic beauty aimed to...
Prof. Niraj Dubey singer2671@gmail.com SIM Box Technology, or a GSM gateway, is a hardware device capable of holding dozens to hundreds of SIM cards at once by bridging the gap between the Internet and traditional cellular networks. While it has...
Bhupinder Singh Sasan bhupindersingh9.bs@gmail.com In the present digital age, technology has transformed the way people manage their daily lives. From online banking and mobile payments to social media and digital communication, everything is now accessible at the touch of a...
Dr Goldi Hazari oldihazari@gmail.com Imagine measuring the entire planet without ever leaving your city. This feat, seemingly impossible in our modern age of satellites and advanced technology, was achieved centuries ago by a brilliant mind in ancient India. Back in...
Lalit Gargg lalitgarg11@gmail.com If we examine the history of human civilization, it becomes evident that every new technology arrives with a duality—bringing both possibilities and perils. Our present era is no exception. The rapid advancement of Artificial Intelligence has undoubtedly...
Growing digital danger and practical measures for every citizen Ashraf Hussain Katoch ashrafkatoch@gmail.com Crime Has Changed its Address now a days ,A decade ago, protecting your home meant locking the door and installing a grill. Today, the most valuable things...
Although agriculture remains central to food security, rural livelihoods and national development, it is increasingly losing its appeal among young people. Economic uncertainty, declining social prestige, structural limitations and weak institutional support have created a growing disconnect between modern youth...
Dr. Abhinandan Magotra abhinandanmagotra01@gmail.com Every piece of wood has a story. Most become furniture. Some become firewood. A fortunate few become works of art. In the hills of Rajouri, where the Pir Panjal watches over dense forests and winding mountain...
Dr Javaid Rahi javaidrahi@gmail.com When Rajouri emerged as a separate district from Poonch in 1968, it was a moment of great jubilation for the people of Rajouri. The creation of a new administrative unit for them was viewed as an...
Tirthankar Mitra People often do not find the profession they are suited to. But when eminent theatre director, Ebrahim Alkazi spotted a young girl essaying the role of Desdemona in a stage adaptation of Othello, he asked the upcoming...
O. P. Sharma Vidyarthi opsfrijk@gmail.com The fig is one of the oldest fruits in human civilization. Our ancestors have consumed it since the Stone Age. It has not just been a source of food, but has also played a key...
Priyanka Sambyal Priyankasambyal29@gmail.com The Jammu region is widely recognized for its rich and vibrant tradition of deities, including Kul-devi or clan deities and local devi-devtas, which together constitute an important part of the Devta culture. These deities are not merely...
Ashish Chouhan ashu.padr15@gmail.com Nestled deep within the mighty Himalayas of Jammu and Kashmir lies the remote and mystical region of Paddar, a land that many people lovingly call Dev Bhoomi, the Land of the Gods. The title is not merely...