Srinagar, Nov. 7 -- The inclusion of Kalhana's Rajatarangini in UNESCO's Regional Memory of the World Register is a moment of immense pride for Kashmir and a landmark recognition of its extraordinary intellectual and literary heritage. It is not merely an honour for an ancient manuscript; it is a global acknowledgement of Kashmir's civilisational depth, historical consciousness and scholarly traditions. Written in the 12th century by Kalhana, Rajatarangini remains one of the most remarkable historical chronicles of medieval India. Through its eight books, Kalhana documented the dynasties, rulers, political upheavals, social conditions and cultural life of Kashmir with an unusual commitment to historical inquiry. His work distinguished its...