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Stepping Beyond Ladakh: Exploring the Transformative Power of Studying

28 August 2023

“Nobody can discover the world for somebody else. Only when we discover it for ourselves does it
become common ground and a common bond and we cease to be alone.” – Wendell Berry
Today in this contemporary world education is the only tool to any society to which can be used to
change the world, from cradle to grave we learn a new subject each and every day. Education isn’t
about how well we can read and write; it’s about how well we can interact with and comprehend the
outside world.

A qualit...

THIKSEY MONASTERY, LADAKH: A Must-Visit Destination

23 August 2023

Sarbjit Singh Bahga

Thiksey Monastery is one of Ladakh’s most beautiful and largest Buddhist monasteries. It is affiliated with the Gelug School of Tibetan Buddhism. Due to its unique setting on a hilltop with surrounding snow-clad mountains, it affords breathtakingly gorgeous views of vast landscapes. The colourful built forms in red, yellow ochre, and white, with a fusion of traditional and contemporary architecture and craftsmanship, are the vital aspects of its beauty.

The Thiksey Monastery is in Thiksey...

THE MORAL SCHOOLING AND THE TECHNO SCHOOLING

19 August 2023

Ghulam Mohd

The schooling system in our society has undergone tremendous changes. When we compare the older, traditional schooling system to the modern schooling system, which incorporates technological aspects (referred to as the Techno School), many argue that the traditional system, often referred to as the moral school, was better.

The moral school emphasizes moral values and sentiments. Teachers in these schools focus on fostering students’ moral character, and classes are conducted through live...

WHAT I LEARNED FROM MUHARRAM

31 July 2023

Ali Asgar Balti

“A Timeless Message of Sacrifice and Humanity”

“Ashura is an effort to promote Hussain’s message. It’s not just about sobbing in the dark and wearing all black, either! Change your behaviour, ideas, lives, and character. Make a revolution inside of you!”

Muharram, the first holy month of Islam, has been a part of my life since childhood, and over the years, it has taught me more than I expected. Initially, I saw Muharram as a month of mourning, but as I grew, I realized that it holds v...

اسلام اور انسانیت کی بقاء ہے کربلا

Wednesday 26 July 2023

Mujtaba Ali Shujai

در نوائے زندگی سوز از حسینؑ
اہلِ حق حریت آموز از حسینؑ
(اقبالؒ)

انسانی تاریخ میںان گنت تحریکوں نے جنم لیا بہت سے انقلابات رونما ہوئے۔ لیکن کسی ایک تحریک اور انقلاب کو عاشورہ جتنی دائمی اور لافانی حیثیت حاصل نہیں ہوئی۔تاریخ کا یہ پہلا انقلاب ہے جس میں تلوار پر خون فاتح ہوا،اور لاکھوں یزیدی افواج کے مقابلے میں حزب اللہِ کربلا کے 72جوانوں نےایسا عظیم کارنامہ انجام دیا جس کی تاریخ نہ ابتدائے آفرینش سے ملی نہ فنائے دنیا تک مل سکتی ہے۔ چودہ سوسال گزر جانے کے باوجود بھی کربلائی انقلاب ایساتروتازہ ...

Is Artificial Intelligence making us less human?

6 July 2023

Yogita Karache

“If future generations are to remember us more with gratitude than sorrow, we must achieve
more than just the miracles of technology. We must also leave them a glimpse of the world as it
was created, not just as it looked when we got through with it.” – Jacques Ellul

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly changing the world around us. In just a few years, AI has
gone from being a science fiction concept to a reality that is impacting our lives in every
way. From self-driving cars to medical ...

Positive Freedom, Negative Freedom and India!

1 July 2023

Yogita Karache

Liberty is liberty, not equality or fairness or justice or human happiness or a quiet conscience.
“Two Concepts of liberty”(1958)

Isaiah Berlin’s ideas about freedom have been influential in many different cultural contexts,
including India. In addition to his work on freedom, Berlin made significant contributions to the
fields of political philosophy, the philosophy of history, and the philosophy of culture. His work
has been widely read and admired, and he is considered to be one of the mos...

Preserving Communal Harmony in Ladakh: A Call for Sensible Responses to Crimes

28 June 2023

Anwar Ali Tsarpa

On June 18, 2023, Ladakh was shaken by a distressing incident involving a retired Chokidar turned Onpo, Tsering Wangdus, who allegedly assaulted a 21-year-old woman seeking treatment. While such incidents are rare in Ladakh, it is essential for the public to approach these cases with caution and avoid exacerbating any potential social imbalances. The gravity of rape and sexual harassment as criminal acts is undeniable, and it is crucial to address them solely as crimes. It is worth noting th...

Voyage of Choosing Political Science Over Natural Science

23 June 2023

Shahid Farooq

When it comes to selecting an academic path, there are countless options available, each with its own allure and potential for personal and professional growth. Some individuals are moved to the intricacies of the natural world, while others find their passion in understanding and shaping the complex dynamics and nuances of human society. Many students despite having a very little or no interest in studying natural science opt it out of the family compulsion, many a times when a person is ma...

Logotherapy: A Therapeutic Approach to Address Boredom, Hopelessness, and Depression

21 June 2023

Ali Asgar Balti

A psychological therapeutic approach called logotherapy offers a solution to combat the underlying causes of boredom, hopelessness, depression, and the loss of the will to live. By helping individuals appreciate their lives, obtain emotional relief, and discover meaning and purpose, logotherapy provides a valuable tool for personal growth and well-being. Life meaning, as defined by Frankl (1988), involves being aware of overarching goals that lend purpose to daily activities and serve as a p...