Spanning forty-one curated short stories, this anthology bridges the gap between deep philosophical inquiry and the raw anxieties of everyday life. Through a masterful command of modern Urdu prose, the author transforms localized grief into a universal study of the human condition. By Rayees Ahmad Kumar Among the contemporary voices mapping the turbulent landscape of […]
Education
Inside Sanjay Pandita’s Saffron Winds
Sanjay Pandita’s debut anthology transforms the vivid landscapes of Kashmir into an emotional bridge between a remembered past and the lived present. Through 125 deeply personal poems, the collection captures a displaced soul finding timeless sanctuary in the geography of home. By Manzoor Akash Poetry succeeds when it transforms personal experience into universal emotion, a […]
The 14-Year-Old Philosopher
How Sheeba Ashraf Became the Youngest Author of Kashmir’s Literary Heartland By Rayees Ahmad Kumar South Kashmir’s Anantnag district has long been celebrated for its postcard-perfect landscapes. Its winding rivers, pine-forested valleys, and half a dozen enchanting health resorts like Pahalgam and Kokernag have historically served as a muse for generations of thinkers. Over the […]
Hyper-Skimming and Text Phobia
Sustained engagement with dense, complex texts is being replaced by a preference for bullet points and captions. This shift is noticeably weakening critical reading comprehension and compromising formal writing proficiency. By Dr Aqib The digital landscape for the modern student is no longer defined by the occasional Google search or a casual scroll through social […]
A Masterpiece Reimagined
Manohar Shyam Joshi’s ‘Kyap’ Finds a New Voice in Kashmiri By Rayees Ahmad Kumar Manohar Shyam Joshi was a titan of Hindi letters whose influence stretched from the rugged hills of Almora to the living rooms of millions across India. Born into the family of a distinguished educationist and musicologist, Joshi carried forward a legacy […]
Srinagar Police & Media Unite Against Cyber Threats
Protecting the public now requires more than just patrols, it requires digital literacy. Srinagar Police and leading media houses unite to launch a proactive campaign against cybercrime and social evils. By Arshid Dar In a strategic move to fortify the region’s digital landscape, the Police Station Cybercrime Investigation Centre for Excellence (CICE) in Srinagar recently […]
A Masterpiece Reimagined
Manohar Shyam Joshi’s ‘Kyap’ Finds a New Voice in Kashmiri By Rayees Ahmad Kumar Manohar Shyam Joshi was a titan of Hindi letters whose influence stretched from the rugged hills of Almora to the living rooms of millions across India. Born into the family of a distinguished educationist and musicologist, Joshi carried forward a legacy […]
J&K Teachers Get 2-Year Ultimatum to Clear TET or Face Retirement
The Department of Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs, UT of J&K has advised the School Education Department that the in-service teachers with more than five years of service left must have to clear the Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) within two years failing which they may face to quit their service or shall be liable for […]
Breeding Happy Minds
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 […]
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, […]