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CARRYING TRADITIONS, FACING STORMS 

In the scenic valleys and rugged mountains of Jammu and Kashmir, the Gujjars and Bakarwals live a story not often heard. For hundreds of years, these...

30.04.2025 10

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Shahid Ahmed Hakla Poonchi

India’s Caste System: A hindrance to social progress and justice

India, a land of diverse cultures and traditions, has also been historically divided by an entrenched caste system that has dictated social hierarchy...

21.03.2025 10

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Shahid Ahmed Hakla Poonchi

The invisible thread: A mother’s enduring influence

By: Shahid Ahmed Hakla Poonchi There is no role in life as transformative, selfless, and enduring as that of a mother. She is the first source of...

24.02.2025 10

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The silent epidemic: How depression impacts lives worldwide        

Depression is a growing epidemic that affects individuals of all ages, genders, and backgrounds. It is not simply a case of feeling sad or low; it is...

21.01.2025 6

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ESCAPE TO WELLNESS: REVIVAL OF HEALTH BY NATURE

In an age dominated by technology and urbanization, the simple act of stepping outside and connecting with nature has become a rare luxury. Yet, it...

31.12.2024 3

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Shahid Ahmed Hakla Poonchi

Religious diversity in India: A tapestry of unity  

India, with its rich cultural heritage, is home to a diverse range of religions, each contributing to the country’s vibrant identity. From...

07.12.2024 3

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Shahid Ahmed Hakla Poonchi

The power of storytelling: connecting through narratives

From the earliest cave paintings to the latest streaming series, storytelling has been a fundamental aspect of human culture. It serves as a means...

23.10.2024 10

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Shahid Ahmed Hakla Poonchi

From ally to adversary: the surprising truth about cortisol

Cortisol, often called the “stress hormone”, is an integral part of our everyday existence. From managing our responses to stressful situations to...

16.10.2024 3

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Shahid Ahmed Hakla Poonchi

The new, informed consumer trends

As Generation Z comes of age, they are redefining what it means to be a consumer in the 21st century. Born between the late 1990s and early 2000s,...

06.09.2024 3

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Shahid Ahmed Hakla Poonchi