Scared Shine of Sukrala Devi
G.L KhajuriaThe Union territory of Jammu & Kashmir is beset with a land of the Gods and Goddesses in the greater part of Himalayan and sub-Himalayan region of the Indian landscape. Mal Mata Sukrala Devi…
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The Sacred Festival of Chhath Puja
Bairaj ChawalgamiThe unity in diversity is the characteristic and hallmark of Indian culture but there is diversity in the Hindu community and religion. There are very few festivals which are celebrated in the length and…
Historical Legacy and Modern Realities of PoJK and Jammu & Kashmir
From Accession to Divergence: The Two Faces of Jammu and Kashmir Dr. Deepak KapoorAfter the legal and complete accession of Jammu and Kashmir to India on 26 October 1947, following the invasion from Pakistan under…
Turning Garbage into Gold
Dr. Banarsi LalIn present era ,environmental degradation has become a matter of concern. There is a growing realization of the constant interaction between the subsystems and with the environment. These issues revolve around the central…
Vedic Code, Modern Cure: The Neurophysiological Wisdom of Kartik and MaghSnan
Prof. Dinesh Chandra RaiThe profound tradition of Sanatan Dharma, often called the eternal way, has for millennia anchored itself in practices that harmoniously integrate the physical, mental, and spiritual aspects of human existence. Among the…
Combat air pollution through eco-friendly Diwali
Dr. Banarsi LalDiwali or Deepawali also known as the festival of hope and lights is the major festival in India.It is a cherished occasion celebrated across India and beyond with great enthusiasm and fervor. On…
Tobacco on rise in Jammu & Kashmir: A growing public health challenge
Mohammad HaniefTobacco use has quietly become one of the most serious public health challenges facing Jammu and Kashmir. Despite awareness campaigns, government regulations, and warnings printed on every packet, tobacco consumption continues to rise across…
Lights, Luxury and Lost value: The commercial takeover of Diwali
Pupu Ji KoulThe festival of lights, sweets, and joy-Diwali-India’s most cherished and exuberant celebration, is once again around the corner. It is a time that symbolizes the triumph of light over darkness and good over…
Bhai Dooj in changing times: How to maintain love and affection
Dr. Priyanka SaurabhAs the quiet post-Diwali light slowly descends into homes, the morning of Bhai Dooj arrives-filled with sweetness and affection. Sisters apply a tilak to their brothers’ foreheads, perform aarti, and silently pray for…
Govardhan Puja should increase devotion, not show-off
Dr. Satyawan SaurabhThe rows of lamps have barely been extinguished when the next morning, Govardhan Puja, arrives. This festival is not merely a worship of Lord Krishna, but a celebration of gratitude to nature, cattle,…