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Watermelon and Ramadan: A Refreshing Choice, But Wait for the Season!

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Watermelon and Ramadan: A Refreshing Choice, But Wait for the Season!

By: Saika J Ramadan in Kashmir is a time of vibrant traditions, community spirit, and of course, delicious food. As the days lengthen and the crisp mountain air warms, many Kashmiris crave a cool, refreshing slice of Handwaan (watermelon). Handwaan is undeniably a delightful fruit, boasting 92% water content, making it a natural hydrator perfect for combating the summer heat. However, it’s important to prioritize health and celebrate the bounty of Kashmir’s natural harvest. Here’s the truth: Handwaan available during Ramadan often aren’t naturally ripe. These melons may be artificially…

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Click vs Clink: Digital Shopping Chills the Warmth of Kashmiri Handicrafts

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Click vs Clink: Digital Shopping Chills the Warmth of Kashmiri Handicrafts

By: Javid Amin Srinagar: The crisp Delhi air crackles with anticipation as winter approaches. Beyond the aroma of roasting chestnuts and swirling snowflakes, another familiar presence gra graces the capital’s landscape: the Kashmiri shawl vendors. For generations, these stoic figures, laden with bundles of vibrant pashmina shawls, pherans, and delectable dry fruits, have woven themselves into the tapestry of Delhi’s winter rituals. Knocking on doors, their gentle clinking of wares announcing their arrival, they ushered in not just warmth for cold bodies, but a slice of Kashmir’s vibrant culture. However,…

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Seeking Truth and Justice: ‘Custodial Torture’ Survivor Recounts Tales of Horror & Abuse

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Seeking Truth and Justice: ‘Custodial Torture’ Survivor Recounts Tales of Horror & Abuse

Following Thursday’s ambush at Dhatyar Morh that left four soldiers dead and three injured, the army on Friday had detained nine men for questioning. “I am a pile of broken bones and limbs. My body is pockmarked with injuries. Who will feed my family now and who will provide for the education of my only daughter,” says Mohammad Farooq, 36, one of the five men who were allegedly picked up and tortured by the army. Following Thursday’s ambush at Dhatyar Morh that left four soldiers dead and three injured, the…

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Abdullah downplays expectations ahead of Rajnath Singh’s J&K visit

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Abdullah downplays expectations ahead of Rajnath Singh's J&K visit

National Conference (NC) president Farooq Abdullah voiced scepticism on Wednesday regarding the visit of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to J&K, stating that he harboured no expectations from the visit but hoped it would prevent incidents similar to the recent civilian deaths in Poonch. “I have no expectation from his visit. Can he bring back the dead? But he can do this much that such injustice is not repeated,” Farooq told reporters in Kulgam, 80 km south of Srinagar. Expressing his concerns over the civilian deaths in Poonch, the NC leader…

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GoI outlaws Masarat Alam’s Muslim League faction for alleged secessionist activities

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GoI outlaws Masarat Alam's Muslim League faction for alleged secessionist activities

Declared unlawful under UAPA provisions for anti-national activities There have been indications of the Masarat Alam faction having linkages with banned terrorist organisations. Alam has been in jail since 2010 for “involvement” in violent protests in Kashmir. He was released by the then CM, Mufti Mohammed Sayeed, in 2015, but was re-arrested under BJP’s pressure for sedition. The Centre on Wednesday declared the Muslim League Jammu Kashmir (Masarat Alam faction) or MLJK-MA as an unlawful association under Section 3(1) of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) 1967. Home Minister Amit…

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Beyond the Silence: A Deep Disappointment Grips Kashmir After SC Upholds Article 370 Abrogation

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Beyond the Silence: A Deep Disappointment Grips Kashmir After SC Upholds Article 370 Abrogation

After the Supreme Court judgement upholding the abrogation of Article 370 as “valid”, a sense of “hushed disappointment” swept through the streets of Kashmir. Be it shop fronts, taxis or auto stands, the people discussed their hurt and sadness, albeit in muted voices. The people say that it was because of the “aggressive posture of the authorities to any form of protests or dissent since the abrogation of Article in August 2019.” “The Supreme Court has put the final nail in the coffin of J&K’s special status. It was what…

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Security Review Meeting Held in Kashmir Ahead of Supreme Court’s Article 370 Verdict

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Security Review Meeting Held in Kashmir Ahead of Supreme Court's Article 370 Verdict

Top police and administration officials held a meeting here on Friday to discuss “law and order” ahead of the Supreme Court’s verdict on Article 370 case. A senior officer of Jammu and Kashmir Police said punitive action will be taken against anyone found indulging in any mischief or misuse of social media. Additional Director General of Police, Law and Order, J&K, Vijay Kumar chaired a joint meeting of all district magistrates and senior superintendents of police of the Kashmir division for the first time at PCR Kashmir, the spokesman said.…

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Kashmir police crack down on social media misuse, Section 144 invoked to control online content

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Kashmir police crack down on social media misuse, Section 144 invoked to control online content

In south Kashmir’s Anantnag, district deputy commissioner Syeed Fakhrudin Hamid issued an order under Section 144 of Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) warning unregistered online news or social media news portals The district authorities and police in Kashmir on Thursday cautioned social media handles, their owners and people to refrain from sharing news content without verification or militant propaganda, otherwise they will face action under law. In south Kashmir’s Anantnag, district deputy commissioner Syeed Fakhrudin Hamid issued an order under Section 144 of Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) warning unregistered…

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India’s Highest Court to Rule on Controversial Abrogation of Article 370 on 11 Nov

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India's Highest Court to Rule on Controversial Abrogation of Article 370 on 11 Nov

The Supreme Court will deliver on Monday its verdict on petitions challenging the nullification of Article 370 and bifurcation of Jammu and Kashmir into two Union Territories — J&K and Ladakh. A five-judge Constitution Bench of CJI DY Chandrachud, Justice SK Kaul, Justice Sanjiv Khanna, Justice BR Gavai and Justice Surya Kant had reserved the verdict on September 5 after hearing marathon arguments from the petitioners and the Centre for 16 days. The top court would decide if the changes made on August 5 and August 6, 2019, which ended…

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Mehbooba sounds alarm: Only unity can save us from losing our dignity!

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Mehbooba sounds alarm: Only unity can save us from losing our dignity!

In a fervent address to a workers’ convention in Ganderbal, Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) President Mehbooba Mufti emphasised on unity being the only safeguard in face of the onslaught on rights and dignity of the people of J&K. A statement of PDP issued here quoted the PDP President as saying that those against unity see elections and electoral victory as the ultimate goal. “In present times, our very survival is being questioned. It is incumbent that we unite at all levels and think beyond elections and electoral victories. Those against…

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