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The Silent Ebb

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Can Kashmir’s Vanishing Blue Veins Be Saved? For centuries, the Kashmir Valley has been defined by the rhythm of its waters. From the sweeping expanse […]

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Youth Scripting New Sports History: LG Sinha

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Khelo India Beach Games will build confidence and leadership that will spur rise of Gen Z athletes in global tournaments By Sameer Rashid The turquoise […]

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The Art of the Ask

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The barrier to entry for asking questions has collapsed, but the art of the interview is in danger. Are “armchair interviews” democratizing media or fueling one-sided narratives? By Aubaid Ahmad Akhoon In the modern media landscape, the interview has escaped the confines of the newsroom and the corporate boardroom. It has become the background noise […]

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The Art of the Ask

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The barrier to entry for asking questions has collapsed, but the art of the interview is in danger. Are “armchair interviews” democratizing media or fueling one-sided narratives? By Aubaid Ahmad Akhoon In the modern media landscape, the interview has escaped the confines of the newsroom and the corporate boardroom. It has become the background noise […]

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The Crisis of Delayed Marriages

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Has the quest for a wealthy spouse overshadowed the need for a good one? We explore how materialism is reshaping modern matrimony. By Aubaid Ahmad Akhoon The quest to find a life partner is a journey historically defined by hope, excitement, and the universal longing for companionship. It is a search for a soulmate who […]

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A Healthy Change

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The positive story coming out of Jammu & Kashmir that deserves everyone’s attention towards the betterment of healthcare. While we often hear about infrastructure or politics, a quiet revolution is happening in the hospitals and clinics of the Union Territory. Recent data shows that J&K has become one of the safest places in India for […]

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The Crisis of Delayed Marriages

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Has the quest for a wealthy spouse overshadowed the need for a good one? We explore how materialism is reshaping modern matrimony. By Aubaid Ahmad Akhoon The quest to find a life partner is a journey historically defined by hope, excitement, and the universal longing for companionship. It is a search for a soulmate who […]

The Silent Ebb

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Can Kashmir’s Vanishing Blue Veins Be Saved? For centuries, the Kashmir Valley has been defined by the rhythm of its waters. From the sweeping expanse of Wular Lake to the intricate, willow-lined veins of the Jhelum River, the region’s identity is as much liquid as it is solid. But today, a quiet crisis is unfolding […]

The Art of the Ask

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The barrier to entry for asking questions has collapsed, but the art of the interview is in danger. Are “armchair interviews” democratizing media or fueling one-sided narratives? By Aubaid Ahmad Akhoon In the modern media landscape, the interview has escaped the confines of the newsroom and the corporate boardroom. It has become the background noise […]

A Healthy Change

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The positive story coming out of Jammu & Kashmir that deserves everyone’s attention towards the betterment of healthcare. While we often hear about infrastructure or politics, a quiet revolution is happening in the hospitals and clinics of the Union Territory. Recent data shows that J&K has become one of the safest places in India for […]

Majeed Masroor’s Transition from Song to Social Critique

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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

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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, […]

Back from the Brink

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Kashmir’s Hangul Population Hits 323 as Conservation Efforts Turn a Corner By Irfan Bashir For the first time in decades, the mist-shrouded forests of Kashmir are witnessing a verifiable resurgence of their most iconic resident. The critically endangered Kashmiri Hangul (Cervus hanglu hanglu), a species once teetering dangerously close to extinction, has recorded a population […]

Youth Scripting New Sports History: LG Sinha

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Khelo India Beach Games will build confidence and leadership that will spur rise of Gen Z athletes in global tournaments By Sameer Rashid The turquoise waters of the Arabian Sea provided a shimmering backdrop to a revolution in Indian sports on Monday, as the pristine Ghoghla Beach in Diu transformed into a vibrant arena for […]

Cloud, Code, and Connectivity

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From “snail mail” to cloud computing and digital addressing infrastructures, the Department of Posts is undergoing a radical reinvention. By Ajaz Rashid For generations, the image of the Indian postal system was immutable: the sturdy red letterbox standing sentinel on a street corner, the rhythmic thud of a date stamp, and the uniformed postman on […]

Book Review: Dr. Shaheena Yusuf’s Afsanvi Sadaein

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A masterclass in modern storytelling, Afsanvi Sadaein brings together thirty-one of the subcontinent’s most compelling voices. Edited with precision by Dr. Shaheena Yusuf, this anthology is more than a collection of stories—it is a vibrant testament to the enduring power and evolution of the Urdu Afsana in the 21st century. By Rayees Ahmad Kumar In […]

Predatory Premiums

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Behind the glossy brochures lies a ‘profitable nexus’ of coercion. As banks in the region prioritize non-interest income to fuel their operational costs, vulnerable borrowers are finding that their loans come with strings—and premiums—attached. By Rafiq Dar For many in Jammu and Kashmir, a visit to a local bank branch is an act of trust. […]

The Cold Season’s Silent Emergency

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Kashmir’s harsh winter is more than a seasonal inconvenience; it is a serious public health challenge that quietly but steadily claims lives each year. As temperatures plunge and daily routines slow down, another invisible crisis intensifies inside hospital emergency rooms: a sharp rise in cardiac emergencies. The recent winter heart health advisory issued by doctors […]

31 Apps at age 13

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With the launch of ‘Freevance’ and a portfolio of 31 apps, Srinagar’s Uzair Malik is doing exactly that. Using Flutter and NodeJS, he’s solving real-world problems for clients in the US and Canada—all while preparing for his Class 9 exams. By Sameer Ahmad At just 13 years old, Uzair Malik is redefining the tech landscape […]

Doda: The Hidden Soul of the Middle Himalayas

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While the plains swelter under the summer sun, a quiet revolution of cool air and emerald meadows awaits in the Chenab Valley. From the “Mini Kashmir” of Bhaderwah to the high-altitude thrills of Padri Pass, we explore why Doda is the ultimate sanctuary for the soul seeking respite. By Mool Raj In the sweltering heart […]

The Canopy of Common Ground

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When a towering newcomer threatens to uproot centuries of peace in the Kingdom of the Talking Trees, the inhabitants must choose between ego and empathy. This modern allegory explores how a community’s greatest strength lies not in its tallest members, but in the invisible roots that bind them together. By Aubaid Akhoon Deep in the […]

The Winter Vigil

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Law, Legacy, and Livelihood in Jammu & Kashmir By Sameer Ahmad As the year 2025 draws to a close, the landscape of Jammu & Kashmir is witnessing a profound intersection of rigorous law enforcement and transformative social welfare. From the silent corridors of ancient history unearthed in Awantipora to the high-tech battlegrounds of cyber-forensics in […]

Year 2025: How J&K Moved Forward

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From governance reforms and infrastructure milestones to tourism revival and social welfare, 2025 marked a year of steady movement for Jammu & Kashmir. As the sun sets over the peaks of the Zabarwan Range this December, the reflection on the waters of the Dal Lake carries more than just the golden hue of winter. For […]

A Son’s Letter to His Mother

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A son revisits the morning that changed his life forever, tracing grief, memory, and a mother’s love that refuses to fade. By Mool Raj Every time I left home for Jammu University to pursue my M.Sc. in Environmental Science, I wrote letters to my beloved mother, Smt. Nant Devi. Between 1997 and 1999, I entrusted […]

The Longest Chill

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In the heart of the Himalayas, the arrival of Chillai Kalan on December 21 marks more than just a date on the calendar; it signals the commencement of a forty-day trial of spirit and survival that defines the Kashmiri identity. This period of “Major Cold,” stretching until the end of January, is characterized by a […]

Beyond Women’s Rights

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After decades of service to her family, Saabirah finds herself battling not poverty, but rejection. Her story raises uncomfortable questions about justice, dignity, and the limits of women’s rights discourse. By Syed Majid Gilani When a woman chooses silence, the world often mistakes it for weakness. Saabirah’s life tells a different story. Her silence was […]