Beyond Honking and Hassle
Absence of driving sense, rising tempers, and the urgent need for our civic responsibility The Kashmir Valley has never been…
Honour in Blue Helmets, Hope for Half the Sky
Major Abhilasha Barak’s UN honour must become a turning point, not just a trophy On the International Day of UN…
Eid-ul-Adha and the Spirit of Sacrifice
As Kashmir celebrates the Festival of Sacrifice, it is time to revive the true spirit of faith, compassion, and collective…
Prof Shafi Shauq’s Padma Shri: A Moment of Pride for Kashmir
Honouring a life devoted to the Kashmiri language, letters and identity When President Droupadi Murmu conferred the Padma Shri on…
Turning ‘Nasha Mukt Abhiyan’ into Reality
LG’s tough talk must become a sustained, society-wide campaign While addressing a massive gathering at SK Stadium in Bandipora during…
Gulmarg Gondola Scare: A Timely Rescue, A Stark Warning
286 tourists saved, but can Kashmir’s flagship attraction afford another close call? The successful rescue of 286 tourists stranded mid-air…
The Other Side Of Eid Rush
From Lal Chowk to local mandis, from butchers’ shops to cattle markets, one sees the same story: a sacred occasion…
A Conscience Shaken, Will Anything Change?
A 12-year-old’s brutal end exposes Kashmir’s deepening crisis of crimes against children The alleged rape and murder of a 12-year-old…
When Nikah Turns into Notice
Increasing matrimonial disputes in the Valley reveal gaps in counselling, family support, and legal awareness In recent years, the Kashmir…
When Number Plates Turn into a Security Risk
Srinagar’s fake HSRP racket shows how cosmetic ‘aesthetics’ can compromise law enforcement and public safety The busting of an alleged…