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Historic Return: First Global Kashmiri Pandit Heritage Tour & Conclave to Be Held in Kashmir After 36 Years

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Historic Return: First Global Kashmiri Pandit Heritage Tour & Conclave to Be Held in Kashmir After 36 Years

Historic Return: Kashmir to Host First Global Kashmiri Pandit Heritage Tour & Conclave After 36 Years By: Javid Amin | 13 May 2026 A Landmark Moment in Kashmir’s Contemporary History For the first time in nearly four decades, Kashmir Valley is set to host a large-scale global gathering of the Kashmiri Pandit community in what organizers are calling a “historic reconnect with the homeland.” The first-ever Global Kashmiri Pandit Heritage Tour & Conclave will take place from June 6 to June 14, 2026, culminating in a two-day international conclave at…

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Preserving a Forgotten Treasure: The Gufkral Caves and the Ancient Potter’s Legacy in South Kashmir

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Preserving a Forgotten Treasure: The Gufkral Caves and the Ancient Potter's Legacy in South Kashmir

By: Surinder Singh Oberoi In the idyllic landscapes of Tral, south Kashmir, a hidden gem from ancient times languishes in a treasure trove of history and culture the Gufkral Caves, nestled within the old-fashioned Gufkral village. It also witnesses the passage of time and the enduring legacy of eighteen potter families spanning generations. It is a saga of resilience and heritage now overshadowed by neglect, slowly crumbling as we endeavour to revive the ancient arts and crafts. The village’s cultural and historical significance deserves to be resurrected from oblivion and…

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