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Mirwaiz Umar Farooq Calls for Masjids, Khanqahs and Imambaras to Become Centres of Social Reform in Kashmir

May 18, 2026 Editor

Mirwaiz Umar Farooq Urges Masjids, Khanqahs and Imambaras to Lead Social Reform in Kashmir By: Javid Amin | 17 May 2026 Kashmir’s Chief Cleric Urges Religious Institutions to Lead Moral Revival, Unity and Community Responsibility Mirwaiz Umar Farooq has called for Kashmir’s masjids, khanqahs, and imambaras to move beyond the limited role of ritual worship and re-emerge as institutions of social reform, ethical guidance, and community unity. In a significant message carrying both spiritual and socio-political undertones, the chief cleric emphasized that religious spaces must actively address the growing moral…

Mehbooba Mufti Urges PM Modi to Hold Talks With Pakistan and Kashmiris, Calls It ‘Golden Opportunity’ for Peace

May 18, 2026 Editor

Mehbooba Mufti Urges PM Modi to Start Dialogue With Pakistan and Kashmiris Ahead of Eid By: Javid Amin | 17 May 2026 Mehbooba Mufti Calls on PM Modi to Open Dialogue With Pakistan and Kashmiris Former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti has appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to initiate simultaneous dialogue with Pakistan and the people of Jammu & Kashmir, describing the moment as a “golden opportunity” to rebuild trust and move toward lasting peace in the region. The appeal from the president of the People’s Democratic…

Kashmir Vs Ladakh: Which Destination Should You Choose in 2026? A Complete Travel Comparison Before You Book

May 15, 2026 Editor

Kashmir vs Ladakh 2026: Which Himalayan Destination Is Better for Your Next Trip? By: Javid Amin | 14 May 2026 Paradise or Adventure? Here’s the Ultimate Kashmir vs Ladakh Travel Guide For many travelers planning a trip to the Himalayas, one question often becomes the biggest dilemma: Kashmir or Ladakh? Both destinations are breathtaking, both sit in India’s northern frontier, and both promise unforgettable memories. Yet, the experiences they offer are completely different. While Kashmir is known for its lush valleys, Mughal gardens, lakes, culture, and relaxing vacations, Ladakh attracts…

Mehbooba Mufti Backs RSS Call for Pakistan Dialogue: Can Talks Revive Kashmir’s Lost Peace Process?

May 14, 2026 Editor

Mehbooba Mufti Supports RSS Leader’s Call for Indo-Pak Dialogue on Kashmir | Peace Talks Debate Revives By: Javid Amin | 13 May 2026 Mehbooba Mufti Welcomes RSS Leader’s Call for Pakistan Dialogue, Rekindles Debate on Kashmir Peace Process In a politically significant development, Mehbooba Mufti has welcomed remarks by a senior Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) leader advocating dialogue with Pakistan, saying the statement validates what her party has argued for years — that peace in Jammu & Kashmir cannot be achieved through force alone. The remarks have triggered renewed discussion…

Bulldozers, Bias and Backlash: Why Sheikh Khursheed Boycotted LG Manoj Sinha’s Anti-Drug Campaign in Kashmir

May 14, 2026 Editor

Langate MLA Sheikh Khursheed Boycotts LG Manoj Sinha’s Anti-Drug Campaign Over House Demolition Row in Kashmir By: Javid Amin | 13 May 2026 A Demolition in Langate Has Triggered a Wider Political Storm in Jammu & Kashmir The demolition of a two-storey residential house in Langate has pushed Jammu and Kashmir’s anti-drug campaign into the centre of a heated political and legal controversy. What began as part of Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha’s aggressive “Nasha Mukt J&K Abhiyaan” has now evolved into a broader debate over constitutional rights, selective enforcement, due…

Yasin Malik Case: NIA Tells Delhi High Court Political Links Don’t Erase Terror Charges

April 23, 2026 Editor

Yasin Malik’s Delhi High Court Appeal: NIA Asserts Political Links Can’t Override Terror Charges By: Javid Amin | 23 April 2026 A Defining Legal Battle in Kashmir’s Separatist Landscape The appeal of Yasin Malik before the Delhi High Court has emerged as one of the most consequential legal battles tied to Kashmir’s separatist movement. In a firm submission, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) has argued that invoking past interactions with senior politicians and bureaucrats does not absolve Malik of serious charges related to terror funding and militant activities. At its…

Kashmir’s Liquor Debate: Morality, Revenue, and the Politics of Control in a Changing Valley

April 22, 2026 Editor

Kashmir Liquor Debate 2026: Morality vs Revenue vs Political Control By: Javid Amin | 22 April 2026 A Valley Divided: More Than Just a Debate Over Alcohol In Kashmir, the question of liquor is not merely administrative—it is deeply emotional, cultural, and political. What appears on paper as an excise policy issue unfolds on the ground as a sensitive conflict between identity, governance, and economic priorities. As of 2026, the debate remains unresolved. The administration frames liquor availability as essential for tourism and revenue generation, while large sections of Kashmiri…

Zojila Tunnel Breakthrough Expected May 2026: Kashmir–Ladakh All-Weather Connectivity Boost

April 12, 2026 Editor

Zojila Tunnel Breakthrough Expected May 2026: Kashmir–Ladakh All-Weather Connectivity Boost By: Javid Amin | 12 April 2026 A Tunnel Through Time and Terrain: Kashmir’s Gateway to Ladakh Nears Reality High in the rugged Himalayas, where snow walls rise like fortresses and roads disappear for months, a quiet engineering revolution is nearing a historic milestone. The Zojila Tunnel, one of India’s most ambitious infrastructure projects, is now on the verge of a breakthrough. With just around 325 meters of excavation remaining, engineers expect to complete the tunneling phase by May 2026—a…

Kashmir’s Iran Donation Drive: Fact-Checked Ground Report vs Viral Claims

March 24, 2026 Editor

Kashmir Iran Donation Drive: Realistic Estimate vs ₹6000 Crore Claim By: Javid Amin | 23 March 2026 The viral claim that ₹6,000 crore was raised in 3 days in Kashmir for war-hit Iran has generated massive attention—but ground verification tells a more nuanced story. What Is Confirmed (Verified Ground Reality) 1. Massive Grassroots Donation Drive Is Real Multiple credible reports confirm: People across Kashmir are donating cash, gold, jewelry, vehicles, utensils, and even land Children breaking piggy banks and women donating personal gold has been widely documented Collection drives held…

Kashmir Stands with Iran: Gold, Cash, and Compassion Flow from the Valley Amid West Asia War

March 23, 2026 Editor

Kashmir Donations for Iran 2026: Gold, Cash Aid Amid West Asia War By: Javid Amin | 22 March 2026 From mosque-led drives to a widow’s poignant sacrifice, Kashmir’s grassroots response reflects a powerful humanitarian impulse A Valley Responds Beyond Borders As the conflict in West Asia intensifies, with Iran facing mounting civilian and infrastructural strain, a remarkable humanitarian response has emerged thousands of kilometers away—in Jammu & Kashmir. Across towns, villages, and urban neighborhoods, ordinary people have begun contributing gold, silver, cash, and household valuables to support those affected by…