Stop the shouting and start the bonding. Why the first five minutes of the day are the most critical for your child’s mental health. By Mool Raj It was a few days ago in Jammu, amidst the bustling energy of colleagues and the crisp winter air, that a casual scroll through Facebook stopped me in […]
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The Legacy of Hazrat Haji Bahram (RA)
In the quiet shade of Najar Mohalla, history isn’t found in books or monuments, but in the patient hands of women gathering fallen branches. A reflection on the legacy of Hazrat Haji Bahram Saeb (RA), where silence feels complete and the bitter harvest of winter becomes a sacred feast. By Khursheed Dar Last spring, amidst […]
The Terrifying Logic of the ‘Digital Arrest’
The digital ledger of Jammu and Kashmir for 2025 tells a grim story, one where the cost of convenience has been levied at a staggering Rs 184.91 crore. This figure, released recently by the Cyber Investigation Centre for Excellence (CICE), is not merely a statistic of financial loss; it is a quantification of fear, greed, […]
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 […]
Vaishno Devi Makeover: LG Sinha Greenlights ‘Global Spiritual Destination’ Plan
JAMMU, Feb 8, 2026 — In a move designed to position the Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine as a global spiritual destination, the Shrine Board (SMVDSB) on Sunday approved a sweeping set of initiatives, including the establishment of an international museum, a 100% hike in pilgrim insurance coverage, and a major push for the local economy. […]
The Strategic Victory of the New NH-44
Once defined by fear and landslides the Jammu-Srinagar highway is now a masterpiece of tunnels and viaducts that bridges the Pir Panjal and connects the region like never before. For decades, the mention of the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH-44) evoked a sense of dread among travelers. It was a route defined by the “bottleneck” of […]
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha hails the Budget 2026-27
Budget 2026-27 charts path to $5 trillion economy milestone within few years: LG Sinha Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha today hailed the Budget 2026-27 as pragmatic which he said will prioritize economic acceleration, create future-ready infrastructure, sustain growth momentum, chart path to $5 trillion economy milestone within few years and comprehensive fiscal strategy will balance growth […]
The Arrival of the King: Chilla-e-Kalan
As the 40-day harsh winter period sets in, fresh precipitation clears the valley’s smog but snaps connectivity to border areas. While tourists flock to a snow-clad Gulmarg, locals turn to the trusted Kangri to brave the chill. By Rayees Ahmad Kumar The calendar has turned, and with it, the atmospheric mood of the Kashmir Valley […]
Scaling Adventure Tourism in J&K Needs Better Practice, Mountain Discipline
Prem Pawa hails from Srinagar and is an adventure tourism pioneer who began his career in the early 1970s. Trained at the Indian Mountaineering & Skiing School in Gulmarg, he is a permanent member of the National Geographic Society. He is credited with landmark “firsts,” including rafting the full stretch of the Zanskar River in […]
“Bey Pie Talash: The Soulful Verse of Rafeeq Masoodi
Dr. Rafeeq Masoodi’s latest collection of prose poems, Bey Pie Talash, is a lyrical journey through faith, memory, and the heart of Kashmir. By Rayees Ahmad Kumar Dr. Rafeeq Masoodi is a name that resonates deeply within Kashmir’s cultural and literary circles — a broadcaster, administrator, poet, and philanthropist whose work has shaped generations of […]