Day: June 10, 2024

Applauding Victories, Embracing Setbacks: A More Balanced Approach to Education in Kashmir

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Applauding Victories, Embracing Setbacks: A More Balanced Approach to Education in Kashmir

Understanding the Societal Bias Highlighted by Class 12th Results By: Javid Amin The recent declaration of the class 12th annual (regular) examination results by the Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education (BOSE) has sparked a wave of celebrations and acknowledgments for the achievers, particularly the toppers. However, amidst the applause, a stark reality looms—society’s glaring neglect of those who could not pass the exam. This phenomenon not only underscores the societal bias towards success but also raises critical concerns about the emotional well-being of students who do not make…

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Modi 3.0: New Cabinet with 71 Ministers Takes Charge

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Modi 3.0: New Cabinet with 71 Ministers Takes Charge

New Delhi, June 9: Narendra Modi was sworn in as Prime Minister for his third term on Sunday, alongside 71 ministers forming his new cabinet. Modi, now the first three-term Prime Minister since Jawaharlal Nehru, took the oath at Rashtrapati Bhawan amid massive security and a gathering of over 10,000 guests, including top leaders from South Asian countries, Bollywood stars, business moguls, religious leaders, and prominent politicians. PM Modi’s cabinet includes 30 cabinet ministers, 5 Ministers of State with Independent Charge, and 36 Ministers of State. The cabinet ensures representation from all…

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Soaring Skies, Sinking Spirits: Kashmir Airfares Take Off, Tourists and Locals Land Hard

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Soaring Skies, Sinking Spirits: Kashmir Airfares Take Off, Tourists and Locals Land Hard

Flight of Fancy or Financial Folly? Kashmir Airfares Leave Travelers Rethinking Plans Srinagar: Air travel to Kashmir has become a luxury, with skyrocketing airfares surpassing even the costs of international flights. The prohibitively high ticket prices are not only deterring tourists but also burning a hole in the pockets of locals who need to travel from Srinagar to other parts of the country. Despite an increase in the number of daily flights to Srinagar airport, which now exceeds 100, the steep rise in fares is acting as a significant deterrent…

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