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Ticking Clock, Fragile Identities: Confusion Clouds Class 10 Exam Preparations for Many

December 19, 2023 Editor

Tagging of students not in sync with policy, will lead to identity crisis of students: Experts As the deadline for the submission of class 10th examination forms approaches, a cloud of uncertainty looms over students enrolled in private schools having land issues and have been denied the release of Registration and Registration Return Forms (RRF). The Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education (BOSE) recently announced the last date for submission as December 20, 2023, raising concerns for a significant number of students. An official said that the students of…

Short Naps: A quick fix for better memory, productivity, and health

August 31, 2023 Editor

Napping during the day is an ancient custom that is practiced worldwide. While some people view napping as a luxurious indulgence, others see it as a way to maintain alertness and well-being. But napping can come with drawbacks as well as benefits. As an orofacial pain specialist, I have extensive education in sleep medicine and how sleep impacts wellness, due mostly to the relationship between sleep and painful conditions such as headaches and facial pain. My training involved all aspects of sleep, especially sleep breathing disorders, insomnia and sleep-related movement…

The Growing Concerns of Smartphone Addiction: Impact on Individuals and Society

July 3, 2023 Editor

By: Javid Amin Smartphones have become an integral part of our lives, connecting us to a vast digital world. However, this technological marvel has also given rise to a concerning phenomenon – smartphone addiction. This addiction affects people of all ages, from kids to adults, leading to a disconnection from the real world, an increase in social crises, health hazards, and mental stress. In this article, we delve into the details of smartphone addiction, its implications, and the need for mindful usage. The Impact on Kids and Adults: Smartphone addiction…

Strife, Stress, Spirituality: Kashmir in Grip of ‘Infertility Epidemic’

September 30, 2021 Editor

A noted medic’s recent revelation on the alarming rate of infertility cases in Kashmir has created fresh concerns with patients and doctors painting the dismal picture of the critical health situation. By – Zaid Bin Shabir Haunting darkness wrapped the old-fashioned lawns of the Shah House in Srinagar when a dreadful knock on the door raised an alarm. The clock was yet to turn past 6 pm, but the last night’s melodrama and the vicious verbal abuse were still pounding Shahana’s, restless heart. Like a recluse waiting for her proportion…