In the quiet corridors of Kashmir’s premier medical institutes, a silent shift is occurring. What was once dismissed in households as “slow growth” or “shyness” is now being identified by its clinical name: Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). By Jahangeer Ganaie In the quiet corridors of Kashmir’s premier medical institutes, a silent shift is occurring. What […]
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Heritage in Metal
By Tamana Jeelani Kashmiri copperware is more than a product of skilled hands — it is the living voice of the Valley’s cultural memory. For centuries, its shimmering vessels have adorned homes, kitchens, and wedding feasts. Today, however, this ancient craft stands on fragile ground, threatened by machine-made imitations, declining artisan numbers, and changing consumer […]
Kashmir’s Marriage Crisis
By Waris Nissar Nikah — the sacred bond of marriage in Islam — was meant to be a source of love, tranquility, and moral security. It is described in the Qur’an as a blessing from Allah, and the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ emphasized it as a simple yet powerful act of worship. But in contemporary Kashmir, […]
Kashmir’s Famous Nadru Receives Boost
Farmer Producer Organization takes Kashmiri delicacy Nadru to global market, aims to Boost Income and Market Linkages for Farmers in Kashmir By Ajaz Rashid The Kashmiri delicacy, Nadru (Lotus Stem), has gained a new lease of life as the Jammu Kashmir government extends a helping hand to the cultivators. By providing value addition and handholding […]
A Grandfather’s Grace
Syed Abdul Rashid Gilani (1927–2016) left behind a legacy that transcends the written word. In the wake of his son’s passing, he became the architect of a new future for his grandchildren, proving that true happiness is found in simple living, honest work, and a heart devoted to the Divine. By Syed Majid Gilani The […]
Budget Session: LG Unveils Roadmap for a Prosperous J&K
In his first address to the newly elected Assembly, the Lieutenant Governor laid out a vision anchored in Economy, Ecology, and Equity. In a landmark address marking the commencement of the Budget Session of the Legislative Assembly, the Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir laid out a sweeping vision for the Union Territory, defining the […]
Majeed Masroor’s Transition from Song to Social Critique
From the romantic airwaves of Yuvawani to the sharp social critique of his latest book, Majeed Masroor’s journey reflects the changing pulse of Kashmir. An in-depth review of a literary icon’s crusade against social decay By Rayees Ahmad Kumar The soundscape of Kashmir in the 1990s was distinct, defined not just by the turbulence of […]
The Debt Illusion
Has Kashmir’s Appetite for Luxury Outpaced its Reality? By Rafiq Dar In Kashmir, there is an old saying that cuts to the bone of the valley’s current economic temper: “If one rides a horse, the other one climbs the wall.” It is a proverb about envy, about the desperate need to match a neighbor’s stride, […]
The Gifted Hands of Kashmir
Policy-driven modernization, skill-transfer schemes and global market access are breathing new life into Kashmir’s traditional crafts, long seen as relics of the past. By Ajaz Rashid Deep within the emerald folds of the Himalayas, the rhythmic clatter of the handloom and the soft scraping of the kalam against papier-mâché continue to serve as the heartbeat […]
Harud: Kashmir’s Season of Colour, Memory, and Quiet Joy
Autumn in Kashmir is not merely a season—it’s a poem written in color, scent, and nostalgia. By Rayees Ahmad Kumar Autumn, the cherished “Season of mists and mellow fruitfulness” described by John Keats, sweeps through the Kashmir Valley as a period marked by extraordinary transformation and vibrant spectacle. Locally known as “Harud,” autumn breathes new […]