While the importance of safeguarding the nation is beyond question, what is completely unjustified is the manner in which the properties of already-victimized citizens are being misused by paramilitary forces. Kundan KashmiriOne of the most painful and long-neglected issues faced by the displaced Kashmiri Pandit (KP) community is the continued occupation of their properties in…
Mir Junaid’s Indomitable Stand Against Terror Network Nahid Hussain The formal arrest of Tahawwur Hussain Rana, one of the key accused in the heinous 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks, following his extradition from the United States, marks not just a significant step in India’s pursuit of justice, but also a reminder of the deep, unresolved wounds…
Gowher Bhat You lose your job. Someone says, “Everything happens for a reason.” Your heart breaks, and another person offers, “Just stay positive.” You feel like hell when someone reminds you, “Others have it worse.” They mean well—they always do—but their well-intentioned words often deepen your pain. Along with your loss comes an unexpected burden:…
Dr Noour Ali ZehgeerThe ethos of Kashmiriyat, once celebrated for fostering harmony among diverse communities, appears to have reached its conclusion. Over the years, the foundational pillars of religious tolerance, mutual respect, and Kashmir’s distinct cultural identity have gradually eroded. Recent developments, particularly the revocation of Articles 370 and 35A—which granted special autonomy to Jammu…
Peerzada Masarat ShahIn the years since his death in 2002, Jaun Elia has undergone a resurrection few poets could have anticipated. His verses, once reserved for the dimly lit literary gatherings of Karachi, have become ubiquitous across social media platforms—quoted in Instagram captions, recited in TikTok videos, and transformed into an aesthetic shorthand for existential…
