INTERNATIONAL MOTHER’S DAY IN KASHMIR: LOVE, LOSS AND UNBREAKABLE STRENGTH

International Mother’s Day is celebrated globally on the second Sunday of May to honor mothers and their roles. In Kashmir, motherhood transcends affection, embodying resilience amid conflict and uncertainty. Kashmiri mothers are vital in nurturing families and economies while facing underrecognition and emotional challenges. Honoring them requires acknowledgment of their struggles and contributions.

MORE THAN TEA: NOON CHAI AS A TRUE SYMBOL OF KASHMIRI IDENTITY

Lush green meadows, snow-clad mountains and flowers smiling under the magnificent sun. The sun spreads its rays gently, touching the feet on Maa Sharika resting upon the hill.  Divine blessings of the Mauje reach every corner of the valley, showing a path of wisdom, brotherhood and peace. This is Kashmir land of Saints and Peers…

THE SPIRIT OF ART IN THE VALLEY: KASHMIR ON INTERNATIONAL ARTIST DAY

Every year on October 25, the world observes International Artist Day — a celebration of creativity, imagination and the enduring power of human expression. On this day, we honour artists who transform blank spaces into meaning — who make us see, feel and think differently. In the context of Kashmir, this celebration gains a deeper…

FOLKLORE OF KASHMIR

Kashmir, often described as paradise on earth, is known for its breathtaking scenery and for its timeless folklore that echoes across valleys and villages. These stories, passed down orally through generations, form the core of the cultural memory of the Kashmiri people. More than entertainment, they are expressions of identity, weaving together beliefs, values and…