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What Kashmir Teaches About Muslim Unity

What Kashmir Teaches About Muslim Unity

By Muhammad Arbaaz Niazi Missiles strike thousands of miles away and breaking alerts flash across phones within seconds. Life in Kashmir absorbs the...

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A Centuries-Old Bond Behind Kashmir’s Grief

A Centuries-Old Bond Behind Kashmir’s Grief

Headlines race through the world in seconds, while meaning moves through memory, faith, and human ties. March 1, 2026 brought such a moment.  Kashmir...

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The Shah Era That Shaped Today’s Crisis

The Shah Era That Shaped Today’s Crisis

Betrayal is the word that comes to mind. In the early hours of February 28, the United States and Israel launched a ferocious strike on Iran, killing...

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Trump’s Iran Gamble and the Price of Vagueness

Trump’s Iran Gamble and the Price of Vagueness

By Dr. Manoj Kumar Mishra The US led by President Donald Trump with active backing from Israel developed an operational strategy based on robust...

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Peace in the Gulf Is India’s Strategic Interest

Peace in the Gulf Is India’s Strategic Interest

The global order is undergoing a profound shift, and power equations are changing faster than institutions can adjust.  Tensions among the United...

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Kashmir’s Farewell to Agha Jan

Kashmir’s Farewell to Agha Jan

In the heart of Kashmir’s busiest market, thousands gathered to mourn the assassination of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Many here called him Agha Jan...

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Gulf Tensions Rise: What This Means for Kashmir

Gulf Tensions Rise: What This Means for Kashmir

After a spell of sabre-rattling, American forces under the self-styled “Disruptor-in-Chief,” Donald Trump, launched strikes on Iranian targets....

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Iran and the New Axis of Escalation in the Middle East

Iran and the New Axis of Escalation in the Middle East

By Mushtaq Ul Haq Ahmad Sikander The situation with Iran opens a clear window into the crisis we face in world order today.  Many people in the...

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Kashmir’s Rising Temperatures Call for a Corporate Shade Strategy

Kashmir’s Rising Temperatures Call for a Corporate Shade Strategy

By Mutaharra A W Deva Business leaders in Kashmir now work in a reality where climate conditions influence every serious decision.  Heat waves grow...

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Why Kashmir’s Earthen Curd Calls for Clearer Safety Rules Today

Why Kashmir’s Earthen Curd Calls for Clearer Safety Rules Today

By Tajamul Islam Salroo Someone asked me a simple question the other day: is serving dahi in earthen pots truly safe? The question got me thinking...

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Kashmir’s Midnight Dinners Are Fueling a Public Health Crisis

By  Amaar Mir Dinner in Kashmir often begins when the body asks for rest.  Families gather late, especially in winter, and meals arrive rich with...

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Lives Reduced to Numbers: Shias and State Indifference

By Syed Eesar Mehdi Pakistan was imagined as a homeland for Muslims of South Asia, a place where they could feel secure and have a political voice...

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Criminalizing OCI Doctors for Serving the Nation

By: Mohsin Rahim Imagine this: you are a specialist doctor working in the UK. You have a comfortable life, a high salary, and global recognition. But...

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Kashmir’s Job Crisis Is Not a Failure of Its Young Graduates

By Mehak Safder Life feels clear and full of promise for many young people in Kashmir while they remain inside colleges and universities, where days...

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The Hidden Dangers of Blind Faith in Kashmir

By  Fiza Khan People often turn to pirs when life feels overwhelming in Kashmir.  Family struggles, heartbreak, or personal challenges lead many...

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Kashmir’s Budget 2026-27 Favors Continuity Over Jobs and Growth

By Ahmad Ayaz The Jammu & Kashmir Budget for 2026-27 offers a revealing snapshot of the Union Territory’s priorities, but it underscores a pattern...

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The Epstein Files and the Politics of Protection

By Khurshed Peer The Epstein Files raise a provocative question: would the world react the same way if the accused were named Mohammad or Ahmad?...

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How Women Are Redefining Leadership in Kashmir

By  Ankit Patel Jammu and Kashmir is undergoing a major transformation as women take on key roles that drive the economy, society, and governance. ...

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Why Is Kashmir Still Missing the Digital Bus?

By  Faisal Kawoosa People across Jammu & Kashmir eagerly await the upcoming budget, hoping it delivers targeted support to every industrial...

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Kashmir’s Invisible War: Faith, Envy, and the Threat of Black Magic

By  Humaira Nisar Once a land of saints, Kashmir now feels shadowed, as darkness spreads through every home and heart. Envy and black magic have...

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Debate Over Judicial Exams Exposes Public Trust in J&K

By Dr Ajaz Afzal Lone The recent announcement of the Jammu and Kashmir Civil Services (Judicial) (Mains) Examination, 2025, results has triggered...

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J&K Eyes Green Growth

By  Mohammad Hanief The Union Budget 2026 arrives at a pivotal moment for India, offering a chance to accelerate national growth while addressing...

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Iran’s Protests and the Paradox of Resistance

Mushtaq Ul Haq Ahmad Sikander Iran occupies a unique and paradoxical position in the modern world order. It stands as one of the few nations that has...

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Strategic Hustle: How Young Kashmiris Are Beating the Waiting Game

By  Uzma Qadir Mir In a cramped Srinagar apartment, a 24-year-old Kashmiri graduate scrolls through her laptop while arranging orders for a small...

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Why Is It Snowing Less in Srinagar?

By  Haris Mashooq Zia Major parts of Kashmir were recently covered in thick blankets of snow. In the countryside, snow sculpture contests drew...

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Why a Patch of Forest in J&K Has Become a Legal Flashpoint

By  Shahid Ahmed Hakla Poonchi The argument over Raika Forest began as a planning file and grew into something far bigger.  What started in 2019 as...

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What the Cancer Numbers in Kashmir Are Telling Us Now

By  Dr. Umer Majeed Khaja I have spent years studying cancer in Kashmir through hospital records, laboratory work, and patient data.  What I see...

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Old Snow Days Return To Kashmir With Delight

By Ikkz Ikbal This year, the snow arrived late, later than we expected.  The wait felt longer than any winter before. But when the streets finally...

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Delays and Chaos Define Kashmir’s Emergency Care

By  Dr. Fiaz Maqbool Fazili When sudden sickness strikes, families in Kashmir enter emergency departments hoping for timely, dependable care,...

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Trump’s ​’Board of Peace​’: Vision, Limits, and Trade-offs

By: Capt (Dr)​ Sohail Nasti At the World Economic Forum in Davos, U.S. President Donald Trump formally launched what he describes as the “Board...

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Snow Brings Delight and Disruption to Kashmir

By  Ahmad Ayaz Snow arrived in Kashmir after weeks of worry and whispered prayers.  The dry winter had unsettled farmers, orchardists, and anyone...

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Why the Golden Hour Fails So Often in Kashmir

By Dr. Nowsheen Jan I write this as a doctor who has watched time decide outcomes more often than any drug or device. Inside hospitals, we measure...

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The Invisible Engine Behind Kashmir’s Apple Harvest

By  Er Ishfaq Khaliq When spring rolls into Kashmir, cherries are the first to greet the markets, followed by pears and a host of other fruits that...

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Loyalty Shapes Belief in Every Corner of Kashmir

By  Aabroo Hussain I learned about religious authority through everyday moments. At tea stalls, on buses, and in offices after lunch, people spoke...

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Big Ticket Power Project Takes Shape in Jammu and Kashmir

By Peerzada Mohsin Shafi The Chenab River has long stood as a source of ambition in Jammu and Kashmir. Its fast waters cut through deep gorges,...

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The Weight of Marks on Kashmiri Young Minds

By  Nazakat Aslam Classes 10 and 12 board results are out, and the valley is alive with celebration and comparison. Families cheer top scorers with...

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What Shab-e-Meraj Teaches About Power and Land in Kashmir

By Mohd Amin Mir Shab-e-Meraj, the Night of Ascension, is remembered in Islam for miraculous journeys through space and heaven, but its significance...

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Beyond Protests: Iran’s Crisis, Sanctions, & Regional Power Play

By- Hamid Ansari Beginning on December 28, 2025, protests spread across several Iranian cities amid mounting economic pressure and public frustration....

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Top Students in J&K Battle Shrinking Opportunities

By Mohsin Masoodi Even in 2026, students and professionals in Jammu and Kashmir confront the same challenge: merit alone does not matter. The...

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Kashmir Fears Food, Ignores True Dangers

By  Aubaid Ahmad Akhoon Kashmir struggles with a strange contradiction. Foods that have fed generations, including eggs, milk, and poultry, face...

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What Digital Fame Is Doing to Kashmiri Culture

By  Nazakat Aslam The digital world in Kashmir has grown faster than anyone imagined.  Phones, data plans, and social media platforms have turned...

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Why Urban Kashmir Is Becoming Sleepless

By  Saiqa Sona Ullah The city stays awake all night. So do we. Between glowing billboards and the nonstop noise of traffic, tomorrow already feels...

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How to Cope With Frozen Thoughts in Kashmir’s Deep Winter

By Fazila Fayaz Cold wind cuts through Kashmir’s streets these days, biting into bones and carrying the chill of long nights and short days. Life...

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The Breakdown of Kashmir’s Snow Economy

By  Uzma Qadir Mir Kashmir, long known for white-carpeted hills, frozen lakes, and lively winter resorts, is entering winters that increasingly lack...

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Kashmir Land Disputes Rise With Every Mutation

By  Mohammad Amin Mir Mohammad Yousuf thought that reporting his father’s death and updating the revenue records was a simple formality. But this...

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How Mourning Rituals Are Keeping the Kashmiri Language Alive

By Maleeha Zehra I first noticed it in words.  Some Kashmiri words, ones you do not hear in daily conversation, came easily to me, even though I...

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From Theory to Practice: Kashmir’s Innovation Shift

By Dr. Radhika Mia In November 2025, Kashmir Observer ran a sharp piece: The 2025 Nobel Prize Sends a Warning to Kashmir Universities. Its point was...

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Too Educated to Work: The Employment Trap in Kashmir

By Sabiya Nabi Jammu and Kashmir is facing a growing problem of educated unemployment, especially among women.  People are encouraged to study,...

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Dear Kashmir, What Are We Teaching Our Children?

By Sidrat Ul Muntha “My son works in a private company,” she says, almost as if she is admitting a mistake. Such words hit like a jolt in this...

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Kashmir’s Saffron Town Gets a Reality Check from Iran

By  Mumin Nabi Zargar A group of Iranian scientists walked into Pampore this winter and said what many farmers here already feel.  Saffron in...

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