Srinagar, May 26 -- On a cold afternoon in 2023, two boys in Sopore's Zaloora village swung sticks at each other, their faces twisted with anger. Nearby, a third boy didn't step in to stop the fight. He recorded it.

The video went viral, amassing thousands of views. For him, the fight wasn't a problem to solve but content to share.

This disturbing moment reflects a growing trend: youth increasingly drawn to sadism and voyeurism, finding entertainment in others' suffering and private moments.

Sadism-the enjoyment of causing suffering-and voyeurism-the thrill of secretly watching others-have found unsettling new life in the digital age. Social media platforms amplify these impulses, turning real-world cruelty into shareable entertainment...