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From Seven Dishes to 25: How Wedding Showmanship Is Reshaping Kashmir’s Social Fabric

October 1, 2026 Editor

When Wazwan Became a Status Symbol: The Hidden Cost of Kashmir's Big-Fat Weddings

From Wazwan to Wedding Debt: How Showmanship Is Reshaping Kashmir’s Social Fabric By: Javid Amin | 30 September 2026 Wazwan was once a celebration of Kashmiri hospitality. But when seven dishes became 20, 25 or more, and weddings became competitions in meat, gold and display, the question changed: are we preserving culture, or pricing ordinary families out of marriage? Srinagar: There was a time when a Kashmiri wedding could be remembered for the warmth of the people rather than the weight of the meat. A wedding feast was generous, but…

LPU Violence: Lessons for J&K Students on Rumours, Social Media and Campus Protests

September 30, 2026 Editor

LPU Violence Is a Lesson for Every Student: Verify Before You React, Think Before You Follow

The controversy involving Kashmir-origin student influencer Farhat Dev is still under investigation. But the larger lesson is already clear: one unverified claim, one emotional reaction and one reckless decision can put a student’s education, reputation and future at risk. By: Javid Amin | 29 Aug 2026 Srinagar: A university campus is supposed to be a place where young people learn, question, debate and prepare themselves for the future. It should not become a place where rumours replace facts, anger replaces judgment and a protest turns into vandalism. The recent unrest…

Power-Rich, Power-Starved: Why Kashmir Valley Keeps Going Dark Despite Its Hydropower Riches

July 7, 2026 Editor

Kashmir's Electricity Paradox: One of India's Top Hydropower Producers, Yet Homes Sit in the Dark,Darkness in the Land of Rivers: Kashmir's Never-Ending Power Crisis, Winter or Summer

Power-Rich, Power-Starved: Why Kashmir Valley Keeps Going Dark Despite Its Hydropower Riches By: Javid Amin | 07 July 2026 Srinagar: Fans stall mid-spin, oxygen concentrators wheeze onto backup batteries, online classes freeze on half-loaded screens — this is not a one-off breakdown but a recurring reality for a region that sits on one of India’s largest hydropower reserves. For weeks now, homes, schools, hospitals and offices across the Kashmir Valley have battled long, often unannounced power cuts, even as officials confirm that electricity availability this season is among the highest…

Hajj 2026: Tears, Faith and Hope as Kashmir’s First Batch of Pilgrims Departs from Srinagar

April 18, 2026 Editor

Hajj 2026: Amid Faith, Tears and Hope, Kashmir’s First Batch of Pilgrims Leaves for Holy Sojourn By: Javid Amin | 18 April 2026 Emotional farewells at Srinagar’s Hajj House as 431 pilgrims embark on a once-in-a-lifetime journey The Hajj season has begun in Kashmir with a powerful mix of faith, emotion, and quiet strength, as the first batch of pilgrims departed for the holy cities of Mecca and Medina. At the heart of this moment was Hajj House Srinagar, where families gathered in large numbers to bid farewell—many with tears…

Middle East War Enters Month Two: Houthis Join Fight, US Losses Mount, Oil Routes Under Threat

March 30, 2026 Editor

US–Israel–Iran War Month Two | Houthis Strike Israel, Saudi Bases Hit, Oil Routes at Risk By: Javid Amin | 30 March 2026 A War Without Borders: Conflict Expands Across the Middle East As of March 30, 2026, the war involving United States, Israel, and Iran has entered its second month—and it is no longer confined to three actors. With the entry of Yemen’s Houthis, mounting American casualties in Saudi Arabia, and increasing threats to global oil supply chains, the conflict has evolved into a full-scale regional war with global economic…

Iran Deletes Kashmir Thank-You Posts Amid Backlash: Aid, Optics, and the Geopolitics of Gratitude

March 26, 2026 Editor

Iran Deletes Kashmir Thank-You Posts After Backlash | India Aid, Pakistan Sensitivity Explained By: Javid Amin | 25 March 2026 When Gratitude Turns Geopolitical: Iran’s Social Media U-Turn Explained In a striking example of how even humanitarian gestures can become entangled in geopolitics, Iran’s embassy in India quietly deleted social media posts thanking India and “the kind people of Kashmir” for their contributions to war-hit Iran. What appeared to be a simple act of diplomatic gratitude quickly escalated into a regional controversy—triggering backlash from Pakistan-based users and exposing the fragile…

124-Year-Old Mohra Hydroelectric Power Project in Uri Set for Revival After Three Decades

March 8, 2026 Editor

124-Year-Old Mohra Hydroelectric Power Project in Kashmir Set for Revival By: Javid Amin | 07 March 2026 One of South Asia’s earliest hydroelectric power stations—the historic Mohra Hydroelectric Power Project—is set to return to life after remaining defunct for more than three decades. The government of Jammu and Kashmir has announced plans to restore the century-old power plant under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model, aiming to combine heritage preservation with modern renewable energy development. Located in the scenic Uri region of Baramulla district, the project was originally built in 1902…

Addiction Crisis in Kashmir: The Growing Threat of Heroin and Synthetic Opioids

September 11, 2024 Editor

The Rising Drug Addiction Crisis in Jammu & Kashmir: An In-Depth Analysis By: Javid Amin The drug addiction crisis in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) has reached alarming levels over the past four years. Law enforcement data reveals a dramatic increase in drug-related offenses, with over 6,564 cases registered and more than 9,400 individuals arrested in connection to narcotics abuse and trafficking. The most disturbing aspect of this crisis is the growing prevalence of heroin, along with synthetic opioids such as Tapentadol, which are fueling a dangerous epidemic in the region.…

Farooq Abdullah: ‘J&K People Are Owners, Not Slaves of the Centre’

September 6, 2024 Editor

Farooq Abdullah Asserts J&K’s Autonomy: “We Are Not Slaves of the Centre” By: Javid Amin In a powerful and impassioned statement, National Conference president Farooq Abdullah declared that the people of Jammu and Kashmir are not subservient to the Centre but are the rightful owners of their land. This assertion was made during a press interaction in Beerwah, Budgam district, on Thursday. A Bold Declaration “Let me tell you one thing… we are not their slaves. People of this state are the owners of this place, remember it,” Abdullah emphasized,…

Kashmir Grapples with Beggar Menace: A Comprehensive Analysis

October 12, 2023October 12, 2023 Editor

Kashmir Looming Under Beggar’s Threats: A Deep Dive into a Persistent Issue By : Javid Amin Kashmir’s picturesque landscapes, adorned by the Himalayan mountains, have long been a topic of admiration and contemplation. The region, often associated with exquisite natural beauty, has another, less romanticized aspect – a long-standing issue of begging. From the bustling markets of Srinagar to the sacred shrines and bustling eateries, beggars have made their presence known. In this extensive exploration, we delve into the history of begging in Kashmir, its evolving nature, the predominant share…