Nearly 95,000 students to take up exam in Oct- Nov session Srinagar, October 04:The Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education (JK BOSE) has notified the date-sheet for Class 10th Annual/ Regular, 2025 (Oct-Nov session), scheduling the examination from November 3 from 11 am to 2 pm. In all, nearly 95,000 students from Kashmir Division […]
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The Changing Face of Kashmir
Technology connects the valley to the world, but it also risks disconnecting families from their own roots By Uzma Saleem Khan Kashmir — the land of mountains that whisper stories and rivers that hum lullabies. For centuries, this paradise has been more than breathtaking scenery; it has been a cradle of traditions, respect, and faith. […]
The Artist Who Made Kashmir Dance
From a schoolboy performance in Dangiwacha to becoming one of Kashmir’s most celebrated folk artists, Hamal-e-Bulbul’s journey is a song of resilience, talent, and cultural pride. By Manzoor Akash Renowned for its sweeping vistas and breathtaking natural beauty, Rafiabad in north Kashmir’s Baramulla district has, for generations, captured hearts. But beyond its fertile fields and […]
LG Sinha Calls for Unity Through Languages
At a seminar on “Integration in Indian Languages” at NIT Srinagar, LG Manoj Sinha said peace, unity and cultural pride are the keys to building a developed India. Srinagar, Sept 19: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday said peace, stability, unity of purpose, and a strong collective identity will pave the way for India’s robust […]
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 […]
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, […]
Achievers or Anxious?
Achievers or Anxious? In a world obsessed with success, a growing number of parents are rethinking what truly matters in raising the next generation. By Ishfaq Majeed Dar In a world where competition begins almost as soon as a child is born, parenting has become an increasingly high-stakes endeavor. Across urban cities and small towns […]
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 […]