A rapid police investigation led to the confession of a neighborhood resident in the brutal killing of a Budgam minor. As authorities build an airtight case for conviction, the grieving village is left grappling with profound betrayal and fear for their children. By Chasfeeda Shah In the tight-knit village of Galwanpora in central Kashmir’s Budgam […]
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The Enemy Next Door
The brutal rape and murder of a 12-year-old girl in Galwanpora, Budgam, is a tragedy that defies simple comprehension. While the swift, 36-hour resolution of the case by the Jammu and Kashmir Police deserves high commendation, the chilling revelation of the perpetrator’s identity leaves society grappling with an insidious horror. The predator was not a […]
The Mirage of Stability
Graduates today possess more credentials than any previous generation, yet they face a market that cannot absorb their specialized knowledge. This widening gap between academic achievement and financial independence has turned the dream of upward mobility into a cycle of dependency. By Syed Mustafa Ahmed In the narrow, bustling streets of Srinagar and the quiet […]
A Mid-Air Miracle
Over 300 tourists were stranded mid-air after the famous Gulmarg cable car experienced a sudden mechanical failure. A massive multi-agency rescue operation successfully evacuated everyone without a single injury. By Ajaz Rashid What began as a breathtaking journey over the snow-capped peaks of the Pir Panjal range quickly turned into a harrowing ordeal for hundreds […]
KU Partners with GDCH to Observe World No Tobacco Day 2026
In a major push against substance abuse, the University of Kashmir, in collaboration with the Department of Public Health Dentistry, Government Dental College & Hospital (GDCH), Srinagar, and the University Health Centre, observed World No Tobacco Day yesterday. The event, aligned with the national Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan, aimed to raise awareness about the devastating […]
The Anatomy of Despair
Helplessness rarely arrives with a roar, instead settling into the heart as a quiet, heavy resident that convinces us our efforts no longer matter. It is a psychological erosion that transforms temporary setbacks into a perceived permanent state of being. By Sameer Ahmad It begins not with a bang, but with a sigh. It is […]
The Rise of Fibromyalgia in Kashmir
Doctors warn that patients spend years searching for answers while their pain is dismissed as imaginary. Greater awareness is needed to stop the stigma surrounding this invisible condition. By Jahangeer Ganaie In Kashmir, where harsh winters, prolonged stress, and mental health challenges shape everyday life, many people continue to silently suffer from a chronic pain […]
Dismantling the Narco-Terror Nexus
For decades, the shadow of terrorism has loomed large over Jammu and Kashmir, but a newer, perhaps more insidious threat has emerged as its primary lifeline: the narcotics trade. Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha’s recent assertion that drug addiction and terrorism are two faces of the same coin is not merely rhetorical. It is a stark […]
Connected But Alone
Social media empowers the marginalized and bridges global distances with a single click. Yet, beneath this connectivity lies a shadow of comparison that threatens our mental well-being. By Rayees Ahmad Kumar Social media is no longer just a digital accessory; it is the fundamental architecture of modern life. As we cross into 2026, the statistics […]
The Thin Khaki Line
The induction of 4,000 new constables significantly bridges the vacancy gap, providing fresh strength for operations in rugged, far-flung terrains. These personnel serve as the frontline defense against foreign-sponsored incursions in the region’s most difficult ridges and forests. By Ajaz Rashid Beneath the towering chinar trees of the Armed Police Complex in Zewan, the rhythmic […]