In the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir, Constitution Day holds a special significance. Over the past few years, the region has witnessed major constitutional and administrative transformations aimed at strengthening democracy, ensuring equitable development, and extending constitutional rights and protections to every citizen. Today, the people of Jammu & Kashmir stand fully integrated into…
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HINDI DIWAS IN KASHMIR: CELEBRATING LANGUAGE, UNITY AND OPPORTUNITY
Every year, India celebrates Hindi Diwas on 14th September, marking the day in 1949 when Hindi was adopted as one of the official languages of the country. Across India, schools, colleges and institutions use this day to honor the language, its literature and its role in uniting a diverse nation. While Hindi is spoken more…
SOILS OF KASHMIR
The State of Jammu and Kashmir falls in the great north-western complex of the Himalayan ranges with marked relief variation, snow-capped summits, antecedent drainage, complex geological structure and rich temperate flora and fauna. Geologists believe that approximately ten million years have passed since the Kashmir valley which was once a lake called Satisar, the lake…
PRAKASH PARV IN JAMMU AND KASHMIR: A CELEBRATION OF UNITY
Sri Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji’s Prakash Parv, marking his birth anniversary, exemplifies the convergence of spiritual devotion Piri and temporal authority Miri a legacy symbolized by his dual swords. Born on 19 June 1595, he became the sixth Sikh Guru at just 11 years old after Guru Arjan Dev Ji’s martyrdom. This pivotal event led…
THE GUARDIAN OF KASHMIR: MAQBOOL SHERWANI, BARAMULLA’S BRAVEHEART
Fairs will be held every year on the funeral pyres of the martyrs; this will be the mark of those who died for the country. Mohd Maqbool Sherwani was born in a Kashmiri family, at Baramulla. Maqbool joined the National Conference in 1939. He was a staunch supporter of united India and vehemently opposed the…
HISTORICAL PERSPECTIVE OF KASHMIR & WAY FORWARD -I
Rishi Kashyap Jayanti was recently celebrated in India on 10 May 2023. And the G20 Summit was recently held in Srinagar in Kashmir from 22-24 May 2023. These two seemingly different threads – Rishi Kashyap and G20 Summit – are linked by one common foundation – Kashmir. Kashmir’s connection with India and Hinduism can be gauged from the word Kashmir itself – derived from the ancient Sanskrit language. Rishi Kashyap was one of the famed sapt rishis (literally meaning the seven sages) mentioned in the oldest book of the world, Rig Veda, numerous other scriptures and religious treatises written thousands of years ago.
GRADUAL TRANSFORMATION OF HANDWARA TO MODERNITY
Youth from in and around the area have formed up Independent Youth parties like Youth Civil Society with fond association with one or the other political groups of the region, making these as stepping stones in the future of regional politics.
KASHMIRI CARPET
Kashmir, the “Heaven on Earth” is not just about the stunning scenic views, but also known for its handicrafts. Kashmiri artwork is known worldwide for its unique artistic work and Kashmiri Carpets, also known as Kashmiri Rugs are undoubtedly the best example of the artwork. The Kashmiri carpets are India’s pride. The carpets are always…
HISTORICAL PRECINCTS OF BARAMULLA
Baramulla was a major urban city and a prominent trade center before suffering extensive damage during the 1947-48 India &Pakistan war.
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