Srinagar, Nov. 23 -- In the age of digital hyperconnectivity, Kashmir has become one of the most contested information landscapes in South Asia; a terrain where narratives do not merely describe reality but actively shape it. With every unfolding event, thousands of fragments of information surge across platforms, from Facebook pages to anonymous X accounts, from encrypted WhatsApp groups to Instagram reels blending aesthetic imagery with political messaging. What emerges is not a single truth but a constant struggle between competing stories, each seeking precedence in the public mind. In Kashmir, misinformation is not just a by-product of conflict; it is a tool, a weapon, and an industry of its own. The region's complexity makes it exce...