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| Thinking beyond the examination: The real motive of education | | | | Dr. Vijay Garg
In this day and age, ‘education’ and ‘testing’ have become synonymous with each other. As a child steps into school, their learning journey turns into a race for points and grades. But is life’s success limited to words in answer books? It’s time to start thinking beyond the exam.
Getting out of the points trap It’s often assumed that the one with 95% is the smartest. But the reality is that a test only tests your memory, not your aptitude. Points: Reflect only the performance of a particular day. Skills: These determine how you solve real-life problems.
Culture of rote vs. deep understanding Our current system relies on the ‘rubbish” method. Students study year-round | |
| | | | The World is heading toward global water bankruptcy | | | | Lalit Gargg
“Water is life” is not merely a slogan; it is the eternal truth of human civilization. Life itself is inconceivable without water. Yet the irony is stark: the very resource that sustains life has today become one of the most endangered. Across the world, the water crisis has assumed alarming proportions. It is no longer just a natural challenge, but increasingly the outcome of human negligence, corruption, and value-deficient governance. Globally, nearly 25 countries are facing extreme water stress. More than four billion people experience severe water scarcity for at least one month every year. Regions such as the Middle East, North Africa, and South Asia stand on the frontl | |
| | | | Parakram Diwas-Honouring the Indomitable Spirit of Netaji | | | | Omkar Dattatray
On 23rd February,2026, the nation is observed the 129th birth anniversary of Netaji Subash Chandra Bose and honour his unparalleled contributions to India’s freedom struggle. The Jayanti of the great freedom fighter is annually celebrated on January 23rd to honour one of India’s greatest freedom fighters. His, unwavering commitment and sacrifices remain an inspiration to millions of people. It is officially observed as ‘Parakram Diwas’ [Day of Valor] since 2021, the occasion highlights Netaji’s indomitable spirit and immense contributions to India’s freedom struggle. The Government of India declared January 23 as Parakram Diwas in 2021 to honour Netaji Subash Chandra Bose | |
| | | | From uncertainty to hope: J&K MGNREGA employees look to VB-G RAM G for a secure future | | | | Er M Imran
The transformation of MGNREGA into VB-G RAM G in Jammu & Kashmir has gone far beyond an administrative change. For thousands of MGNREGA employees who have dedicated years of service at the grassroots level, this transition has sparked a deep and emotional renewal of hope, particularly for long-awaited regularisation.
For years, Junior Engineers, Gram Rozgar Shayaks (GRS), Programme Officers, and MIS Operators working under MGNREGA in Jammu & Kashmir have served the system with dedication, patience, and silent resilience—often without any certainty about their own future. When MGNREGA transitioned into VB-G RAM G, it was not merely an administrative change for them; it became | |
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