From domestic libraries to the idea of a “Living Library,” Ishfaq Manzoor is pushing Kashmir to rediscover the joy of books. In an era when the swipe of a screen has become more familiar than the rustle of a turning page, one young professional in Kashmir is quietly attempting a cultural reset. Ishfaq Manzoor—writer, researcher, […]
Education
Parents vs. Private Schools A Battle Over Transparency
Parents across Kashmir say private schooling is slipping into a marketplace maze — with fee shocks, vendor tie-ups, and shifting curricula pushing families to the edge By Javid Amin Every year, as Kashmir wraps up its examination season, families brace for the familiar scramble of admissions, supplies, and new routines. But in recent years, what […]
Decoding the World Through Statistics
How we read, question, and interpret data could define the difference between being informed or being misled. By Syed Anaiyat Bukharie “Without data, you’re just another person with an opinion.” – W. Edwards Deming Every morning, before we even step out of bed, numbers quietly guide our choices. The weather app predicts a 70% chance […]
Between Echoes and Shadows
Manzoor Akash’s poems breathe life into memory, culture, and conscience—reminding us that poetry still matters in an era of noise. By Ahsan Ul Haq In a world dominated by glowing screens and shrinking attention spans, poetry often feels like a vanishing art—an endangered form of reflection and emotional truth. Yet, every now and then, a […]
JKBOSE Sets Nov 3 for Class 10 Exams, Grants 15% Relief
Nearly 95,000 students to take up exam in Oct- Nov session Srinagar, October 04:The Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education (JK BOSE) has notified the date-sheet for Class 10th Annual/ Regular, 2025 (Oct-Nov session), scheduling the examination from November 3 from 11 am to 2 pm. In all, nearly 95,000 students from Kashmir Division […]
LG Sinha Calls for Unity Through Languages
At a seminar on “Integration in Indian Languages” at NIT Srinagar, LG Manoj Sinha said peace, unity and cultural pride are the keys to building a developed India. Srinagar, Sept 19: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday said peace, stability, unity of purpose, and a strong collective identity will pave the way for India’s robust […]
Musadiq Farook Clears NEET, Inspires Village
By KS News Desk In a remarkable academic achievement, Musadiq Farook, son of Farook Ahmad of Chuntwaliwar, Ganderbal has successfully qualified the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET), one of the country’s toughest competitive examinations for aspiring doctors. The news of his success has brought immense joy to his family, friends, and the entire community of Chuntwaliwar, […]
Achievers or Anxious?
Achievers or Anxious? In a world obsessed with success, a growing number of parents are rethinking what truly matters in raising the next generation. By Ishfaq Majeed Dar In a world where competition begins almost as soon as a child is born, parenting has become an increasingly high-stakes endeavor. Across urban cities and small towns […]
Dr. Bilal Pandow’s Book Makes Money Matters Child’s Play
Srinagar: MoneyVilla: Learn to be Money Smart, a children’s book on financial literacy authored by Dr. Bilal Ahmad Pandow, was formally launched during the Chinar Book Festival 2025 at SKICC, Srinagar. The event was organized by the National Book Trust of India. The book launch was graced by Dr. G. N. Itoo, Director of School […]
Lieutenant Governor emphasises on increasing the participation and share of IIT graduates in tech startups, Artificial Intelligence, Automobile and Space sectors
JAMMU, JULY 28: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today addressed the inaugural ceremony ‘Navarambh’ to welcome incoming BTech, MTech, PhD and MSc students at Indian Institutes of Technology (IIT) Jammu. In his address, the Lieutenant Governor congratulated and extended his best wishes to all the students embarking on their new journey. He lauded the Indian Institutes […]