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The Silent Transformation of Jammu and Kashmira When Manoj Sinha was appointed as the Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir on August 7, 2020, the air was thick with skepticism. The region was at a historic crossroads, still going through the tectonic shifts of the post-2019 landscape. At that time, several news outlets and political commentators voiced a common, cynical refrain: a career politician from the plains of Uttar Pradesh would struggle to grasp the intricate pulse of the Kashmir Valley. They claimed he would be unable to bridge the trust deficit or bring tangible change to a region weary…

Kashmir, Iran-e-Sagheer (Little Iran) “In our hearts a thousand suns are hidden; If the veil lifts, the whole world would burn with their light.” Ghāni Kashmiri `در دل ما هزار خورشید نهان است گر پرده بر افتد همه عالم بسوزد Mir Majid Bashir (Advocate) Kashmir has had a very deep connection with Persian (Iranian) culture, and many elements of daily life, language, religion and crafts still show that influence today. Much of this connection is associated with the arrival of Mir Syed Ali Hamdani (Shah-e-Hamdan) in the 14th century. ISLAM, LANGUAGE AND POETRY Many religious and everyday words used in Kashmir come from Persian…

A Preliminary Judicial Scrutiny of Process, Power and Presumption Advocate Syed Shabir Bukhari Recruitment to public-facing institutions sits at the intersection of governance, legality, and public trust. When allegations arise that employment opportunities were conferred outside established procedures, the resulting scrutiny often transcends individual culpability and enters the domain of institutional accountability. A recent order of the Special Judge, Anti-Corruption, Srinagar, declining to discharge the accused in a case concerning appointments in J&K Bank, offers a significant study in how courts approach such allegations at the threshold stage of criminal proceedings. Importantly, the court’s decision does not determine guilt. It…

Thy Name is Salah-ud-Din Sajjad Bazaz As an avid radio listener at a very young age, I still remember the first time I heard a voice that seemed to carry a rare kind of magic. It was eloquent, fluent, and deeply captivating; every word was delivered with remarkable clarity and grace. The programme was being aired on Voice of America (VoA), and the man behind the microphone was a journalist and broadcaster of exceptional caliber. His mastery over language, his beautiful accent, and his impeccable pronunciation made him stand out among his contemporaries. At the time, I had little idea…

He was recognised by the Lieutenant Governor of J&K for his humanitarian services, particularly for his role during the COVID-19 pandemic and the 2014 floods, which included distributing over 1,000 ration kits. Jazim Bazaz In the picturesque valley of Jammu and Kashmir, where apples bloom on terraced orchards and snow-capped peaks crown the horizon, a quiet revolution is taking shape. This shift is not coming from towering political legacies or headline-grabbing elites. Instead, it is being driven by a new generation of leaders who are rooted deeply in community spirit and grassroots action. At the forefront of this movement is…

The deteriorating AQI in Kashmir is no longer just an environmental concern; it is a full-blown public health and economic crisis. The iconic view of the snow-clad mountains, now frequently obscured by a brown haze, serves as a daily, visible reminder of what is at stake. Dr. Touseef Ahmad Bhat Nestled amidst the majestic Himalayas, Kashmir has long been celebrated as “Paradise on Earth.” Its imagery is one of pristine snow-capped peaks, crystal-clear Dal Lake, and lush orchards. However, in recent years, a sinister veil has begun to descend upon this idyllic landscape – a veil of dense, toxic smog.…

Artificial Intelligence (AI) in India is real economic growth and we are at 4th position in the world. It will be a whopping 30 billion dollars by 2030. Dr Noour Ali Zehgeer The rapid rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is both thrilling and unnerving. Every day seems to bring a groundbreaking new application, leaving many people captivated by the possibilities while others are paralysed with fear. For some, it feels like the end of humanity as we know it. Global leaders believe India as a country can lead this AI revolution because of talent available in the country and mass…

As the US-Israeli war on Iran continues, leaving whole Middle East into never-seen-before crisis, many stories are unfolding which are reported across the media globally. According to the reports published in a cross section of media across the globe, the strike that killed Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the 86-year-old Supreme Leader of Iran, was carried out using a powerful air-launched missile known as the Blue Sparrow. It’s a missile capable of travelling to the edge of space before plunging back toward Earth at extremely high speed. The reports reveal that the missile was fired during a coordinated Israeli operation targeting senior…

“I never waited for opportunities; I followed my own path. I was not a political SRO. I am not a political heir. I am not an Indian by convenience but by conviction. And for being an Indian, I don’t need certificates from anyone to prove my worth.” Being born in Kashmir is nothing less than living a life full of conflict, says Mir Junaid, a young and energetic emerging political leader. As a child, born in 1991, he saw killings, shutdowns, crackdowns. Seeing all this, like every child, he had an aim. He wanted to join the National Defence Academy…

Domestic violence remains a human issue before it is a gendered one. Addressing it fully means acknowledging every victim behind closed doors—including the many men who continue to carry their pain alone. Peerzada Masarat Shah Marriages are decided in heaven and performed on earth. This is what I have heard from our elders and when it fails, we say the Will of God and accept it as our fate. Apart from this point of view another dimension is people in the age of 30 have become intolerant and have set up expectations from each other, without taking approval from each…