Tales of Kashmir

When most people hear the word racism, they usually think of discrimination based on skin colour—a problem often associated with Western societies. Yet in Kashmir, racism wears a subtler, paradoxical face. Outsiders—whether foreign tourists, students,…

From the serene valleys of Pulwama, Jammu and Kashmir, a young athlete is rewriting the story of sports in the region — Owais Yaqoob. Widely regarded as Kashmir’s first professional MMA fighter, Owais has not only represented India on the internationa…

Kashmir, often called “Paradise on Earth”, is a land of breathtaking valleys, rich traditions, and a language that has echoed through centuries. Yet, like many regional languages worldwide, Kashmiri faces the threat of fading away as younger generatio…

In the picturesque town of Charar-e-Sharif in central Kashmir — a place steeped in Sufi traditions, poetry, and spiritual devotion — a young voice has risen that carries the essence of an entire culture. Masrat Un Nissa , often described as one of the…

In the quiet village of Gund Khawaja Qasim in Singhpora, Pattan, far from the limelight of publishing houses and literary festivals, a young Kashmiri writer is slowly carving out his place in contemporary literature. Kais Abbas, still a st…

In the quiet village of Nagri Malpora in Kupwara, far from the bustle of Srinagar, lives a man who has dedicated his life to reviving one of Kashmir’s most iconic symbols — the Chinar tree (Platanus orientalis). At 43 years old, Abdul Ahad…

The 21st century has been rightly called the “Age of Degrees.” Universities across the globe produce millions of graduates every year. Families sacrifice savings, students spend years memorizing textbooks, and societies boast of their lite…