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Liquor Ban Debate in Kashmir: Altaf Bukhari Invokes Cultural and Religious Values Amid Policy Push

April 3, 2026 Editor

Liquor Ban Debate in Kashmir Rekindled: Culture, Faith, and Policy at Crossroads By: Javid Amin | 02 April 2026 A fresh political debate has taken shape in Srinagar after Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari called for a blanket ban on liquor in Jammu and Kashmir, drawing comparisons with Gujarat—India’s longest-standing prohibition state. His remarks, delivered on April 2, 2026, have reignited a long-standing and sensitive conversation—one that sits at the intersection of law, culture, religion, economy, and identity. Political Statement: A Call for Clarity and Consistency Speaking to reporters, Bukhari questioned…

Festivals in Kashmir During Crisis: Islamic Call for Simplicity, Compassion & Faith in Difficult Times

March 18, 2026March 18, 2026 Editor

Festivals in Kashmir During Uncertain Times: A Call for Simplicity and Compassion By: Javid Amin | 18 March 2026 When Joy Feels Heavy in the Valley In the breathtaking valleys of Kashmir Valley, festivals have always carried a unique warmth. From the spiritual calm of Ramadan nights to the joyful gatherings of Eid mornings, celebrations here are deeply rooted in faith, family, and tradition. The aroma of home-cooked meals, the sound of prayers from mosques, and the warmth of community bonds define Kashmiri festivities. But in recent years—and especially in…

‘Zamtoor Go Bartaluk Hoon’: Why the Kashmiri Son-In-Law is Called a Dog

September 12, 2025 Editor

A Proverb That Stirs Curiosity By: Zulfikar Kashmiri | 12 September 2025 Language is more than words—it’s history, emotion, and humor wrapped in sound. In Kashmir, a land of mountains, poetry, and traditions, proverbs are a living heritage. They aren’t just sayings; they are mirrors of society, reflecting values, relationships, and even prejudices. Among the hundreds of witty, wise, and sometimes biting Kashmiri proverbs, one stands out for its peculiar harshness: “Zamtoor go bartaluk hoon.” (Translation: The son-in-law is a dog.) At first glance, it sounds offensive—why compare a son-in-law…

Kashmir’s Marital Crisis 2025 – Why Divorces Are Rising at an Alarming Rate

August 26, 2025 Editor

A Quiet Social Earthquake By: Javid Amin | 25 Aug 2025 For centuries, Kashmir has been celebrated as the land of romance and poetry, a valley where love stories were woven into songs, folklore, and traditions. But beneath the snow-capped mountains and the flowing Jhelum, a quiet social earthquake is reshaping the intimate lives of its people. Marriages—the foundation of Kashmiri society—are collapsing at a rate never seen before. In courts across Srinagar, Baramulla, Pulwama, and Anantnag, judges now deal with 3–5 divorce cases every single day. Lawyers confirm that…