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Unmasking the Stark Reality of Food Wastage in Kashmir: A Call to Conscience

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Unmasking the Stark Reality of Food Wastage in Kashmir: A Call to Conscience

Food Wastage in Kashmir: A Stark Reality and a Call to Conscience By: Javid Amin In the serene valleys and picturesque landscapes of Kashmir, a silent yet profound crisis looms large, one that has far-reaching consequences for society, the environment, and our collective morality. The menace of food wastage, once relegated to the shadows, has taken center stage, demanding our urgent attention. Daily Squander: A Conundrum Close to Home In the quaint towns and bustling cities of Kashmir, food wastage has surreptitiously embedded itself in our day-to-day lives. As we…

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Garcetti: Kashmir Issue Must Be Resolved by India and Pakistan, Not Third Party

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Garcetti: Kashmir Issue Must Be Resolved by India and Pakistan, Not Third Party

US ambassador to India Eric Garcetti was responding to questions on US ambassador to Pakistan Donald Blome’s multi-day visit to Gilgit-Baltistan Days after the US envoy to Pakistan made a low-profile visit to Gilgit-Baltistan in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), the US ambassador to India, Eric Garcetti, said on Tuesday that the Kashmir issue can only be resolved by New Delhi and Islamabad. Donald Blome, the US ambassador to Pakistan, made a multi-day visit to Gilgit-Baltistan that concluded on Sunday. He toured different parts of the strategic region and met several officials,…

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Kangri – A friend of Kashmiris in the harsh Winter and Chillai Kalan

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Kangri - A friend of Kashmiris in the harsh Winter and Chillai Kalan

North Kashmir district Bandipora’s Kaloosa village is known for Kang’ir making as most of the people in the village are associated with the business. Kang’ir is a traditional earthen pot covered with a wicker basket. It is filled with coal embers used by people during winters to keep warm. Kashmir’s kangri: How residents beat the cold using traditional portable heaters in the Valley The kangri, or kanger as it is locally known, is filled with embers and held against the body under a pheran, an overgarment unique to Kashmir, for…

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Kangri still keeps Kashmir warm during winter

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Besides woolens, one thing that Kashmiris think of while making preparations for combating the chilling cold of winter is kangri, an earthen bowl encased in an exquisitely woven wicker basket. Kashmir experiences harsh winters, with temperatures as low as -8 degree celsius, but Kashmiris have traditionally used kangri and pheran for fighting against the cold. The kangri, or kanger as it is locally known, is filled with embers and held against the body under a pheran, an overgarment unique to Kashmir, for providing warmth. Kashmiris call the kangri a mobile…

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Kashmir, Kashmiris, Kashmiriyat belong to India: Rajnath Singh

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Home Minister Rajnath Singh has said that the government is making efforts to resolve the problems being faced in the state of Jammu and Kashmir. Assuring the people of the state, Mr Singh said that ‘Kashmir, Kashmiri and Kashmiriyat’ belonged to India. Mr Singh however, condemned the attacks on soldiers and security personnel saying, “Those who make attempts to hurt the pride of jawans (soldiers) also need to be taught a lesson”. He also said that the Narendra Modi government is taking steps to tackle corruption and terrorism. He said…

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Kashmiris, unwelcome guests!

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Javaid Malik Kashmiris have become soft targets and are unwelcome guests in any state. Kashmiris being treated as suspects is nothing new and they have accepted this reality. Every now and then Kashmiris putting up in other states have to face harassment on the pretext of security concerns. Kashmiris are humiliated, called all the names and are made to realize that they are “source of trouble.” It seems for Delhi only the land of Jammu and Kashmir is its integral part while the denizens of this unfortunate land are nothing…

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Kashmiris, Sikhs protest Modi’s London Visit

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Kashmiris, Sikhs, Dalits and Nepalese held a protest demonstration in London and other cities of the United Kingdom to protest Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the UK. They were carrying placards and raising slogans against “extremist policies of the Indian Government” and its “closing of eyes towards growing intolerance in the country against minorities.” They also raised slogans “Go Modi, Go Back and Modi not welcome.” Hundreds of protesters staged a demonstration outside Downing Street here. The protesters also carried placards like ‘Hindutva is threat to Indian unity’, ‘Modi…

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