By Rayees Ahmad Kumar Kashmir, long celebrated as the “paradise on Earth,” has never been known only for its snow-capped mountains, sparkling rivers, and majestic landscapes. Its deeper beauty lies in a rich spiritual heritage shaped by saints and sages who traveled from faraway lands like Simnan, Hamadan, and Baghdad. These revered figures left their […]
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IIPA J&K Holds 15th Sat Paul Sahni Memorial lecture in Srinagar
Srinagar, Oct 05: The Indian Institute of Public Administration (IIPA), J&K Regional Branch, in collaboration with the Amar Singh Club, Srinagar, organized the 15th Sat Paul Sahni Memorial Lecture on Sunday, honoring the life and legacy of the eminent journalist and former Director General of Information, Sat Paul Sahni. The event witnessed the presence of […]
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 […]
South Kashmir’s Kulgam Registers 260 Drug FIRs
By Tariq Yousuf Kulgam, Oct 4: Deputy Commissioner Kulgam, Athar Aamir Khan, on Saturday said that the district administration has intensified its crackdown on narcotics, registering 260 FIRs last year and arresting a large number of individuals involved in drug-related activities. The Deputy Commissioner was speaking at an awareness programme organised jointly by the […]
The Quintessential Quince of Kashmir
By Arsheed Ahmad Bhat In the verdant orchards of Kashmir, settled among the more renowned apples and pears, thrives a lesser-known yet culturally significant fruit—the quince, locally known as Bamchoont or Bam Tchoonth. This golden-yellow fruit, scientifically termed Cydonia oblonga, has been an integral part of Kashmiri heritage for centuries, cherished for its unique aroma, […]
LG Pushes for Efficiency, Regulation in Real Estate
Srinagar, Sep 25: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday addressed the Governing Council meeting of the All India Forum of Real Estate Regulatory Authorities (AIFORERA), stressing the need for coordinated efforts to strengthen the sector. In a post on X, the Office of the LG said, “Addressed AIFORERA Governing Council Meeting. Discussed intricacies of Real […]
Lieutenant Governor Interacts with Officers Attending NDC Course
Srinagar, September 24: Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha interacted with a delegation of Senior Officers from the Indian Armed Forces, Civil Services and friendly foreign countries, currently attending the course at the National Defence College. During the interaction, the Lieutenant Governor said that under the leadership of Hon’ble Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Operation Sindoor, marked one […]
LG Manoj Sinha Leads Dal Lake Cleanliness Drive in Srinagar
Srinagar, September 21: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday joined the Dal Lake Cleanliness Drive in Srinagar as part of the ongoing ‘Sewa Parv’. The LG felicitated Swachhagrahis for their contribution to cleanliness campaigns and urged citizens to preserve lakes, rivers, and other water bodies through community involvement. “Our natural resources are reminding us to […]
The Cocoon Art Revolution
By Raja Syed Rather Dr. Rubia Bukhari (32), a distinguished sericulturist from the border town of Poonch and the visionary Founder of the Dr. Rubia Bukhari Cocoon Artistry Initiative in Sericulture, has emerged as a trailblazer, seamlessly blending tradition with innovation. Residing in Surhotti, Ari, she has devoted herself to a mission that goes beyond […]
LG Sinha addresses the 4th CII Northern Regional Council Meeting at Srinagar
Srinagar, 20th September 2025: “The topmost priority of the Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi is to accelerate the pace of industrial development in Jammu Kashmir and bring this region at par with the rest of India,” the Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha told the Industry leaders on Saturday. The Lieutenant Governor was speaking at […]