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Conserving Hangul and Markhor during mating season

October 17, 2015 Editor

Dr. Riyaz Ahmad Peerzada Jammu and Kashmir is situated at the confluence of three bio-geographical realms and thus is an important bio-diverse area. Jammu and Kashmir possesses three distinct bio-geographic zones viz., Trans Himalaya (1A), North-west Himalaya (2A) and Semi-arid Plains (4A). It has three distinct regions comprising of Kashmir valley, Jammu division and Ladakh. The region has significant ecological value due to its diverse habitats, which harbour rich and diverse flora and fauna. Most of these species of flora and fauna are, however, threatened by variety of threats. Many…

The “Beef” War!

October 15, 2015 Editor

The easiest way to divert people’s’ attention from the basic problems is to start some emotional controversy. Eating or not eating, the “beef”, is a case in point The likes and dislikes of the various items of food eaten by people in different parts of the world are varied and sometimes contradictory. Everyone has his own preference and like or dislike of different edible items. Apart from normal things like chickens, mutton, pork, and beef people also eat snakes, snails, turtles, and even dogs! Assamese are supposed to be fond of dog…

Tumultous life of Lal Ded

October 15, 2015 Editor

Amina Meer History witnessed many wanderers, wandering bare footed in search of their creator. In search of their creation, why they are here, who created them and where He is. But the reality is, He is not far away from His believer, the only thing is to take some time and look into your heart. There is His home. Perhaps it’s the most difficult task in the world to know yourself. Many lost their lives in their struggle to discern their soul. Life can’t offer something more beautiful to those…

Miscarriage of Justice

October 15, 2015 Editor

Akhter Rasool Dar Jammu and Kashmir has been from past facing the wrath of Almighty Allah from all quarters – political, social and financial. The incidence of heinous crimes in the State has reached all time high. From acid attacks, bride burning to unnatural offences (Sodomy), the State has become victim of heinous criminality. The criminal deviance has eclipsed the morality and individual conscience. A religious leader (Imam) from Pulwama was charged by the Police for unnatural offence (Sodomy). Added to this apathy is our defective and defunct Police investigatory…

Explore the Beauty of Kashmir

October 12, 2015 Editor

After decades of conflict, peace is taking hold in Kashmir, offering new opportunities to explore its traditional cultures and scenic beauty By TOM DOWNEY “THIS ISN’T INDIA. This is Kashmir,” a fellow passenger told me as we landed at the Srinagar airport. Now, as if cued by the scenery—striking alpine vistas of snowcapped mountains surrounding a vast lake fringed with lotus flowers and terraced Mughal-era gardens—my taxi driver says the same thing. It’s a statement I’ll hear repeated many times during my two-week visit, expressing a popular belief that Kashmiris want…

Nehru & Sheikh “Sinners “ ?

October 12, 2015 Editor

By B L Saraf Come October mixed feelings cross our mind. October, 1947 witnessed Jammu &Kashmir history being written in blood . But it also saw hope springing up from the debris . Pakistan aided tribal looters plundered the state ; Maharaja’s decision to accede to the Indian union ushered in a dawn of hope . It is time to take stock of things . For the nationalists it is a month to celebrate , albeit with some reservations ; for the separatists it is time to mourn unconditionally .…

The Beef Issue and Kashmir’s Identity

October 12, 2015 Editor

The State of Jammu & Kashmir is “a Hindu State, situated in Muslim surroundings”, Vallabhbhai Patel wrote to one C. Parmeswaram of Kashmir Metal Mart on 19 June 1946 (Sardar Patel’s Correspondence; Vol. 1, p.4). On its accession to secular India, the State lost its Hindu personality. As Prime Minister of the State, Sheikh Mohammed Abdullah did the rest, earning Patel’s hostility, of the communal ruler Hari Singh and his followers in Jammu, the Praja Parishad. The BJP is its descendant. But, remnants of what was an admittedly Hindu State…

After beef ban politics, deeply flawed BJP-PDP coalition in Kashmir must work as a whole

October 12, 2015 Editor

The reduction of the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly chamber to a wrestling arena on Thursday has been roundly condemned — rightly so. But one needs to go beyond shock, anger and despair. For the unsavoury incident (a member thrashed in the House for having hosted a public beef party) highlighted a systemic malaise: The deeply divisive frame that the PDP and the BJP have adopted for their alliance. Both major coalition partners talk of representing the state’s two main regions, Jammu and Kashmir, respectively. The subtext is that each represents one…

Saffron Brigade wants Kashmir to burn in a fire of Communal Hatred. Political prisoners shall be released: Mirwaiz Qazi Yasir

October 9, 2015 Editor

Chairman Ummat e Islami, Mirwaiz South Kashmir, Qazi Ahmed Yasir today addressing a mammoth gathering at Jamia Masjid Islamabad spoke about the dangerous consequences of the Saffron brigades’ in routes to Jammu Kashmir. Mirwaiz Yasir said that the saffron brigade is hell bent upon disturbing the communal harmony of the state. He said by imposing ban on bovines, the brigade plans to fracture us economically and at the same time it wants the state to burn in a fire of communal violence. He said the people of Jammu Kashmir have…