When children no longer know the saints who built their world, what happens to the land they inherit? By Khursheed Dar There was a time, not long ago, when stories in Kashmir were not told through glowing rectangles, but through trembling lips beside warm hearths. Grandmothers would speak of saints with a mist in their […]
When Grandparents Become Strangers
The society known for its human behavior is not able to spend time with the grandparents—those who were our true storytellers. By Ayaan Saroori “A grandparent is a little bit parent, a little bit teacher, and a little bit best friend.” The proverb still rings true, but in an age ruled by smartphones and relentless […]
Snapchat Dysmorphia: Broken Behind the Filter
When filters become reality and selfies shape self-worth, identity begins to blur By Mursaleen Bashir In an era where self-expression is increasingly filtered through the lens of social media, platforms like Snapchat and Instagram have redefined how people present themselves to the world. What was once a spontaneous snapshot of daily life has evolved into […]
The Cost of a Mother’s Silence
A grandmother’s haunting tale of a mother’s love gone wrong—where silence, not cruelty, became the seed of tragedy By Syed Majid Gilani Growing up in the warm embrace of a tightly-knit community, I was fortunate to be surrounded by a circle of family members, neighbors, and relatives who deeply valued the timeless tradition of storytelling. […]
Parenting: The First Classroom
In an era dominated by screens and speed, the quiet, consistent presence of parents remains the most powerful influence on a child’s life. This story explores how love, values, and daily moments at home quietly shape the leaders, thinkers, and dreamers of tomorrow By Mool Raj In today’s fast-moving world, where technology and social change […]
J&K Govt Sacks Two Employees for Terror Links
By KS Correspondent The Jammu and Kashmir administration on Friday dismissed two government employees for ‘terror links’ and in the interest of the security of the state. The government employees including Khurshid Ahmad Rather, a teacher in the School Education Department, and Siyad Ahmad Khan, an Assistant Stockman in the Sheep Husbandry Department, were […]
The House Next Door
In a time when neighbors mourned, celebrated, and lived together, compassion wasn’t an act—it was a way of life. By Manzoor Akash Kashmir — a land so often romanticized for its majestic mountains, serene lakes, and poetry-inspiring sites — has also been home to a less-discussed, equally remarkable beauty: the moral compass and communal wisdom […]
Musadiq Farook Clears NEET, Inspires Village
By KS News Desk In a remarkable academic achievement, Musadiq Farook, son of Farook Ahmad of Chuntwaliwar, Ganderbal has successfully qualified the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET), one of the country’s toughest competitive examinations for aspiring doctors. The news of his success has brought immense joy to his family, friends, and the entire community of Chuntwaliwar, […]
The Village That Raised Us
A quiet Kashmiri village becomes a mirror of memory, where every tree, kite, and biscuit tells a story of a childhood slipping through time. By Peer Mohammad Amir Qureshi The gate groaned open beneath my hand, a rusted hinge releasing a sound that felt like memory itself—familiar, intimate, and heavy with time. I had only […]
Dr. Bilal Pandow’s Book Makes Money Matters Child’s Play
Srinagar: MoneyVilla: Learn to be Money Smart, a children’s book on financial literacy authored by Dr. Bilal Ahmad Pandow, was formally launched during the Chinar Book Festival 2025 at SKICC, Srinagar. The event was organized by the National Book Trust of India. The book launch was graced by Dr. G. N. Itoo, Director of School […]