Srinagar, Aug. 15 -- For decades, the day was marked by parades, speeches, and school drills. In recent years, something more organic has emerged. The Tiranga rallies have spread from capital bouleva... Read More
Srinagar, Aug. 14 -- Like many Kashmiris, I love food with curiosity, nostalgia, and unapologetic indulgence. Walking through Srinagar's old city, I still catch the smoky aroma of sizzling kebabs, th... Read More
Srinagar, Aug. 14 -- A subtle but telling change has taken hold in many Kashmiri homes. Young people lavish attention, time, and money on their dogs and cats. Pets sleep on plush bedding, enjoy speci... Read More
Srinagar, Aug. 13 -- Ambition in Kashmir comes wrapped in caution. Parents urge their children toward medicine or civil services. Society applauds top marks in board exams, high NEET ranks, and the c... Read More
Srinagar, Aug. 13 -- Global flavors have arrived in the valley. You can sip imported coffee in a cafe, order exotic fruit from across the world, or follow a nutritionist's advice online. From bustlin... Read More
Srinagar, Aug. 13 -- The Supreme Court's recent order - relocating stray dogs from Delhi NCR to safe shelters while prioritizing human safety - offers a rare ray of hope. This is more than a legal ru... Read More
Srinagar, Aug. 13 -- The news appeared like a spark, then dissolved like smoke across the forests where an unseen tribe has carried its troubles for generations. In early May 2025, four Kashmiri men ... Read More
Srinagar, Aug. 12 -- On some evenings in Srinagar, when the Jhelum turns golden and the shadows lengthen, you can almost imagine the tongas once again. The sound of hooves on the road, the creak of l... Read More
Srinagar, Aug. 12 -- For over ten years, Yasir's grey Bajaj Chetak was a familiar sight on Srinagar roads. It was with him through the ups and downs of everyday life, carrying him to work, family vis... Read More
Srinagar, Aug. 12 -- The past fortnight's raids have revealed what many suspected: our systems for monitoring and safeguarding what we eat are broken. The challenge is not only to punish offenders but... Read More