Tag: #FamilyDynamics

The Tightrope Walk: How Overbearing Love in Kashmiri Families Can Strangle a Daughter’s Married Life (And What Needs to Change)

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The Tightrope Walk: How Overbearing Love in Kashmiri Families Can Strangle a Daughter's Married Life (And What Needs to Change)

Kashmir Family Dynamics: Why Parents Interfere in Daughters’ Marriages? | Cultural Analysis By: Zulfikar | 18 Aug 2025 The Bittersweet Symphony of Kashmiri Weddings The air in Kashmir during a wazwan feast is thick with the aroma of Rogan Josh and Rista, the rhythmic beat of the dhol, and an undeniable undercurrent of profound emotion. A daughter, adorned in intricate pashmina and gold, prepares to leave her maika (natal home). Tears flow freely – tears of joy, tradition, and an immense, palpable sorrow. The rukhsati (departure) is a cultural moment etched deep into the Kashmiri psyche, symbolizing a profound…

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The Marriage Delay: How Unemployment and Aspirations Are Redefining Matrimony

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The Marriage Delay: How Unemployment and Aspirations Are Redefining Matrimony

Late Marriages: How Unemployment and Aspirations Are Redefining Matrimony Srinagar 27 May 2025: In recent years, the institution of marriage has undergone a significant transformation. With changing societal norms, economic uncertainty, and increasing aspirations, many individuals are opting to tie the knot later in life. This shift has sparked a heated debate about the implications of late marriages on individuals, families, and society as a whole. As a senior editor, copywriter, and social expert, I’ll delve into the world of late marriages, exploring the reasons behind this trend, its effects,…

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