Srinagar, July 26 -- In an era dominated by instant sharing and digital virality, the role of the media has become both more powerful and more dangerous than ever before. Once regarded as the fourth pillar of democracy, journalism today stands at a fragile crossroads. The noble mission of informing the public with verified facts and balanced reporting is being dangerously overshadowed by a growing obsession with views, shares, and comments. This crisis is particularly visible in regions like Kashmir, where emotions run deep, truth carries weight, and each story can shape public perception. Unfortunately, what we see increasingly today is a wave of self-styled, camera-bound media persons, with little or no journalistic training, capturing ...