At just 12, Bhat Sehran emerges as one of Kashmir’s youngest chroniclers, capturing the natural beauty and cultural depth of Ganderbal in his latest work. By Rayees Ahmad Kumar Ganderbal, often described as the serene heart of Kashmir, has long been celebrated for its pleasant climate and breathtaking landscapes. From the rolling meadows of Mohandmarg […]
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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 […]
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 […]
Sang-e-Zar Se Zakhmon Ke Phool Tak by Dr. Azizullah Sheerani
By Rayees Ahmad Kumar Dr. Azizullah Sheerani, a distinguished literary figure from Tonk, Rajasthan, is a name that resonates with depth and diversity in Urdu literature. A man of many talents, Dr. Sheerani has made remarkable contributions across multiple genres — from research and criticism to fiction, translation, travel writing, and book reviews. His career […]
Study Reveals What Makes People Share Online
By Sheikh Aqib Farooq The average internet user today spends nearly three hours a day scrolling, liking and sharing on social media. In this digital era, platforms like Instagram, X, Facebook and TikTok have become powerful tools for communication, shaping opinions and influencing public behavior. Whether it’s health advisories during a pandemic, campaigns on climate […]
Quiet Heroes of the Classroom
By Er Aausyf Ibn Farooq “Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” – Nelson Mandela Every morning in Kashmir, as the first light touches the valleys, teachers set out on their daily journey, carrying with them not weapons, but knowledge, patience, and a passion for learning. In classrooms […]
Book Review: Noor Shah’s ‘Ek Mamuli Aadmi’
By Rayees Ahmad Kumar Amid the vibrant literary landscape of Kashmir, few voices have resonated as deeply and consistently as that of Noor Shah—a storyteller of rare finesse whose pen has long illuminated the human condition with both tenderness and precision. Born in 1936 in Srinagar’s picturesque Dalgate area, Shah’s literary journey spans several decades, […]
Career Counseling: A Missing Link in Education
By Aubaid Ahmad Akhoon After completing their 10th grade, many students in Kashmir face one of the most defining moments of their academic lives—choosing subjects and career streams. For most, this decision is made under pressure, guided less by personal aptitude and more by parental expectations, peer influence, or the weight of family prestige. The […]
Admi Musafir Hai captures life in 93 stories
By Rayees Ahmad Kumar North Kashmir’s Baramulla district, celebrated for its enchanting landscape, crystal-clear water bodies, and the Mughal era’s famed Gateway of Kashmir, is equally known for producing some of the finest literary voices of the region. Alongside its scenic grandeur, the district has nurtured a vibrant intellectual tradition, giving rise to writers whose […]