A routine forensic exercise turned catastrophic in Srinagar’s Nowgam area after seized explosives from Delhi detonated inside a police station, killing 13 and injuring dozens. By Ajaz Rashid A routine forensic exercise at the Nowgam police station on the outskirts of Srinagar turned into a night of horror on November 14, when a cache of […]
Latest News
Behind the Quiet Faces
Beneath calm faces and silent eyes lies a world of unspoken battles, quiet resilience, and everyday heroism. By Aubaid Ahmed Akhoon This piece already has strong emotional and narrative depth. Expanding it in journalistic style means enriching its rhythm, introducing smoother transitions, deeper imagery, and slightly longer reflections that connect the reader to the subject’s […]
Solar Revolution Brightens J&K
The promise of clean, reliable, and affordable energy is no longer a distant dream for Jammu and Kashmir as the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, a flagship rooftop solar initiative, is gradually transforming rooftops into power hubs and households into self-sufficient energy producers. With thousands of consumers already receiving zero electricity bills, the scheme […]
The Age of Information Overload
In an era flooded with alerts and updates, the human mind struggles to stay afloat. What was once a quest for knowledge has turned into a battle for clarity. By Abid Hussain Rather There was a time when knowledge was a beacon of light—an instrument of wisdom, reflection, and inner peace. It elevated the human […]
Kashmir’s High-Density Apple Boom
Once seen only in higher belts, apple trees now cover former paddy fields in low-lying Kashmir villages — reshaping the Valley’s agricultural landscape. By Jahangeer Ganaie With demand for traditional apple varieties remaining comparatively low in the market, more growers in Kashmir are switching to high-density apple cultivation, especially in low-lying areas where paddy land […]
The Girl Who Smiled Through Her Storms
She was everyone’s reason to smile — until she forgot her own By Madeeha Farooq There was once a girl whose laughter lit up every room she entered. Her energy was infectious — a blend of warmth and mischief that drew people toward her. She had the kind of presence that made others feel lighter, […]
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 […]
We Must Eliminate Every Single Terror Element: LG Sinha
Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha today observed that terrorism was the biggest enemy of the youth of Jammu Kashmir for more than three decades and it destroyed their dreams and aspirations. He said now our youth and young professionals are fulfilling their dreams and achieving their aspirations. Speaking at the valedictory function of Islamic University of […]
Threads of Empowerment
By Arsheed Ahmad Bhat In the serene foothills of Yousmarg, about 30 kilometers from Pulwama, a quiet revolution is taking shape. The village of Wasimarg, tucked away in the heart of rural Kashmir, is home to a group of ten determined women artisans who have turned age-old craft into a source of empowerment and economic […]
J&K Moves to Clean Up Fake Journalism
By Ajaz Rashid Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha’s recent directive to crack down on fake journalists in Jammu and Kashmir marks a decisive moment in the battle to restore integrity in the region’s media landscape. In an era where the lines between authentic reporting and digital opportunism have blurred, the administration’s move seeks to draw a […]