Srinagar, May 2 -- I remember my grandfather standing by the brook for ablution, careful not to spit the rinse water back into the stream. Even while refilling his hukka, he would step away from the w... Read More
Srinagar, May 2 -- For a long time, I thought I was only anxious. I had the signs: racing thoughts, sleepless nights, the panicked second-guessing of every choice. Some days I felt like I was drowning... Read More
Srinagar, May 1 -- On May Day, governments across India make lofty declarations about workers' rights. But in Kashmir, the reality tells a darker story. Labour laws are flouted in broad daylight. Wage... Read More
Srinagar, May 1 -- A relative of my friend gets diagnosed with a heart condition. The doctor suggests that they need a child in the house. The relative becomes a grandfather and that improves his heal... Read More
Srinagar, May 1 -- Each year, when the Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education (JKBOSE) releases Class 10 and 12 results, the Valley comes alive with celebration. This spring, 79.94% of Class 10 ... Read More
Srinagar, May 1 -- This year, a significant number of pilgrims are heading to Saudi Arabia from Jammu and Kashmir. While the excitement is clear, preparation is key - not just spiritually, but mentall... Read More
Srinagar, May 1 -- I'll never forget the day I carried a single bag of rice from my car to my house. It was just one bag, but its weight pressed hard on my shoulders. I'm no stranger to the world of ... Read More
Srinagar, May 1 -- The recent terror attack in Pahalgam has dealt a devastating blow to Kashmir's tourism industry. As cancellations mount, the crucial summer season hangs in the balance. Thousands o... Read More
Srinagar, April 30 -- Kashmir has always been more than a geopolitical flashpoint. It's a living landscape of culture and resilience. This serene space of sages and skillmen is forever longing for pea... Read More
Srinagar, April 30 -- I spent Earth Day this year with Dr Altaf Hussain, in the open lawns of Nature University in Pampore. There were no speeches or media. Just a few of us, invited by environmentali... Read More