From the vibrant melodies of Wanwun to the modern clinical theater, explore how Kashmir’s sacred rite of Khatanhal has evolved. This is the story of the “little bridegroom” and a tradition that remains the heartbeat of the Valley’s cultural identity. By Manzoor Akash In the heart of Kashmir, the religious practice of circumcision, known locally […]
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Op-ED
Gender Justice 2.0
True gender justice requires more than just changing laws; it requires a revision of conscience. By Mushtaq Ul Haq Ahmad Sikander The transition from token celebrations and one-sided empowerment toward a shared, reciprocal ethic of gender justice represents the most significant intellectual shift of our time. Every year, on the 8th of March, the world […]
Politics
Modi Hits 100M: First World Leader to Reach Instagram Milestone
New Delhi, Feb 26: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has crossed the massive milestone of 100 million followers on Instagram, making him the first world leader and politician to achieve this feat on the platform, officials said on Thursday. Prime Minister Modi joined Instagram in 2014, and over the past decade, his account has evolved into […]
Health
GMC Srinagar Wins National Excellence Award in New Delhi
New Delhi, Feb 28: In a moment of immense pride for Jammu & Kashmir, the Government Medical College Srinagar (GMC Srinagar) has been conferred the prestigious Excellence Award at the Third Medical Colleges Research Connect–2026, a national-level conference organized by the Department of Health Research (DHR), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India. […]
Environment & Technology
The Digital Mirage
How the Scourge of Online Gambling is Hollow Out Our Youth By Syed Mustafa Ahmad A few days ago, I had a chance encounter that shook me to my core. I crossed paths with a young man from my own village, a face I recognized but a spirit I could barely identify. The transformation was […]