Srinagar, March 03: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday chaired a high-level meeting of senior police and civil administration officials at the Police Control Room, Kashmir, to review the law & order situation. The meeting was attended by Nalin Prabhat, DGP J&K; S.J.M Gillani, Special DG (Coordination); Anand Jain, ADGP Armed; Nitish Kumar, ADGP CID; […]
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The Unique Traditions of Shivratri in Kashmir
In the silence of the dark moon, the subject and object dissolve into one. This is the essence of Kashmiri Shivratri, a profound celebration of universal consciousness. We delve into the Tantric roots of Bhairavotsava and the sacred symbolism of the Vatuk Puja that continues to guide seekers toward the light of Shiva. By Satish […]
Energy Autonomy in Kashmir
For years, the narrative of Kashmir’s winter was defined by the struggle for warmth against a backdrop of power deficits. Today, that narrative has been rewritten. Under the visionary leadership of the current administration and the ambitious framework of the Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, the Valley is undergoing a historic transition from […]
LG Sinha Orders Reopening of more Tourist Spots in Jammu Kashmir
11 tourist spots in Kashmir Division and 3 tourist spots in Jammu Division to be reopened immediately After a thorough security review and discussion, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday has ordered the reopening of more tourist spots in Kashmir and Jammu Divisions, which were temporarily closed as precautionary measures. 11 tourist spots in […]
Kashmir’s Fading Anchors
Kashmir was once a society raised by a tribe, where wisdom flowed like a river from the old to the young. Today, that river is running dry. We explore the ‘strange loneliness’ of the modern Kashmiri home and the high price our children pay for the absence of their greatest guardians. By Khursheed Dar There […]
Reviving Kashmir’s Reading Culture
From domestic libraries to the idea of a “Living Library,” Ishfaq Manzoor is pushing Kashmir to rediscover the joy of books. In an era when the swipe of a screen has become more familiar than the rustle of a turning page, one young professional in Kashmir is quietly attempting a cultural reset. Ishfaq Manzoor—writer, researcher, […]
A Saint Still Speaks In Kashmir
In a valley of many faiths, Nund Reshi’s simple ethics became a unifying language of compassion and humility. By Khursheed Dar Kashmir is a land that remembers. Its rivers remember the footsteps of poets and kings; its mountains remember whispered stories of love, loss, and quiet resilience. And woven into that collective memory walks a […]
Tashna’er: The Copper Heart of Kashmiri Hospitality
As plastic sheets and wet tissues dominate weddings, Kashmir risks losing more than just aesthetics; it risks losing identity. By Manzoor Akash In Kashmir, weddings are more than ceremonies; they’re the Valley’s most elaborate social performances, woven with ritual, memory, and a culinary culture that has survived centuries. Traditionally, the season winds down by late […]
Lieutenant Governor Felicitates the Winners of Kashmir Marathon-2025
SRINAGAR, NOVEMBER 02: The Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha felicitated the winners of Kashmir Marathon-2025 in Srinagar today. The Full & Half Marathon, 42 KMs and 21 KMs respectively, was organized by the J&K Tourism Department and 1100 runners from 27 States, Union Territories and 11 foreign countries participated in this mega international event in the […]
CM Omar Abdullah flags off 2nd Edition of Kashmir Marathon
SRINAGAR, NOVEMBER 2: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today flagged off the second edition of the Kashmir Marathon from Polo View, Srinagar, marking a vibrant celebration of fitness, resilience and the indomitable spirit of Jammu and Kashmir. The race began at 6:00 AM from Polo View, with runners traversing the scenic Boulevard Road along the banks […]