The Rise of Online Religious Debates in Kashmir: A Battle for Superiority or Dangerous Distraction

Gowhar BhatThere’s something unsettling happening in the world of religious preachers these days. What was once a space for quiet reflection and unity now seems more like a stage for performance. Preachers, instead of guiding their followers with humility, have turned faith into something else entirely—something competitive, something ego-driven. Instead of offering a hand to…

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Eid-ul-Fitr or Bankruptcy-ul-Fitr? Kashmir’s Retailers Face a Festive Nightmare

Peerzada Masarat Shah Eid-ul-Fitr in Kashmir has long been a season of bustling markets, last-minute shopping sprees, and the joyful chaos of families hunting for the perfect festive outfit. Streets like Srinagar’s Lal Chowk and Polo View would brim with life as buyers thronged shops, their arms laden with bags of new clothes, shoes, and…

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