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The Social Burden of Marriage on Kashmiri Women: Between Tradition and Trauma

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The Social Burden of Marriage on Kashmiri Women: Between Tradition and Trauma

The Social Burden of Marriage on Kashmiri Women | Dowry, Pressure & Cultural Change By: Javid Amin | 15 October 2025 Marriage in Kashmir: A Celebration with a Hidden Weight In the lush valleys of Jammu and Kashmir, marriage has long been seen as a sacred institution—a blending of spiritual belief, cultural tradition, and familial bonding. The solemnity of the nikah, the elegance of the bride’s attire, the aroma of wazwan, and the warmth of shared laughter reflect the community’s deep-rooted values of togetherness. But beneath this ceremonial grandeur, many…

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

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

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…

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The Tightrope Walk: How Overbearing Love in Kashmiri Families Can Strangle a Daughter’s Married Life (And What Needs to Change)

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The Tightrope Walk: How Overbearing Love in Kashmiri Families Can Strangle a Daughter's Married Life (And What Needs to Change)

Kashmir Family Dynamics: Why Parents Interfere in Daughters’ Marriages? | Cultural Analysis By: Zulfikar | 18 Aug 2025 The Bittersweet Symphony of Kashmiri Weddings The air in Kashmir during a wazwan feast is thick with the aroma of Rogan Josh and Rista, the rhythmic beat of the dhol, and an undeniable undercurrent of profound emotion. A daughter, adorned in intricate pashmina and gold, prepares to leave her maika (natal home). Tears flow freely – tears of joy, tradition, and an immense, palpable sorrow. The rukhsati (departure) is a cultural moment etched deep into the Kashmiri psyche, symbolizing a profound…

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Omar Abdullah Presents J&K Budget 2025-26: Free Rides for Women and Free Electricity for AAY Families

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Omar Abdullah Presents J&K Budget 2025-26: Free Rides for Women and Free Electricity for AAY Families

Omar Abdullah Presents J&K Budget 2025-26: Full Speech Here Srinagar 07 March 2025: On March 7, 2025, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah presented the J&K Budget 2025-26 in the Legislative Assembly. This budget marks a significant milestone as it is the first budget of J&K after a gap of seven years. The budget includes a range of welfare measures aimed at improving the lives of the people of Jammu and Kashmir, with a particular focus on women and economically vulnerable families. Key Announcements 1. Free Rides for Women…

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