Simplified Weddings in Kashmir: Rediscovering the True Essence of Nikkah

Simplified Weddings in Kashmir: Rediscovering the True Essence of Nikkah

The Wedding Season Arrives, But At What Cost? By: Javid Amin Srinagar 21 April 2025: As the Valley welcomes the arrival of the much-anticipated wedding season, excitement fills the air. Markets are abuzz, tailors work overtime, and invitation cards are dispatched in bulk. However, amid the vibrant hustle, a harsh reality persists: weddings, once sacred and simple, are now an exhibition of wealth, social competition, and at times, financial devastation. This article takes an in-depth look at the escalating wedding culture in Kashmir, the widening social divide it creates, and…

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Srinagar MP Ruhullah Mehdi Slams Kashmir Police for Removing Anti-Alcohol Hoardings

Srinagar MP Ruhullah Mehdi Slams Kashmir Police for Removing Anti-Alcohol Hoardings

Srinagar MP Ruhullah Mehdi Slams Kashmir Police for Removing Anti-Alcohol Hoardings Srinagar, February 22, 2025 – In a recent development, Srinagar MP and National Conference leader Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi has criticized the Jammu and Kashmir police for removing anti-alcohol hoardings in Srinagar. The hoardings, which were put up by traders in the commercial hub of Lal Chowk, urged tourists to refrain from consuming liquor and drugs, promoting responsible tourism and respect for local culture. The Controversy The controversy began when the police reportedly removed signboards and standees placed by…

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