DATELINE: When Power Forgets Consent: A Masterclass in How Not to Be a Chief Minister

The hijab is a boundary. Consent is a boundary. The Constitution is a boundary. Any power that crosses them deserves not excuses—but consequences. Peerzada Masarat Shah History has a strange way of repeating itself—sometimes as tragedy, sometimes as farce. What unfolded at the Samvad event in Patna, however, was neither subtle nor symbolic. It was…

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Celebrating International Pheran Day: Embracing Tradition, Nature, and Warmth

The Day is more than a celebration—it is a movement to cherish and protect Kashmiri heritage. Mushtaq BalaToday, December 21, marks International Pheran Day, a celebration dedicated to honoring the iconic winter attire of Kashmir—the Pheran. Observed annually, this day unites Kashmiris and enthusiasts of Kashmiri culture across the globe in a celebration of heritage,…

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Cancer Awareness Without Panic: Why Evidence, Education and Responsible Communication Matter

If we are serious about cancer prevention in Kashmir, we must protect people not only from genuine hazards, but also from the harm of misinformation. Education, proportionality and responsibility remain our strongest tools. Dr. Fiaz Maqbool Fazili In Kashmir, where health anxiety already runs deep and access to reliable information is uneven, the word “cancer”…

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