Kashmir Life
Briefing November 23 -29, 2025
SHALIMAR
Kashmir’s fragrant Mushkbudji rice, once on the verge of extinction, is now poised for international markets after drawing exceptional praise from global buyers. SKUAST-K...
Are We Asking the Right Questions About the World AI Is Creating?
by Syed Nazakat
A Kuala Lumpur discussion highlights why questioning AI’s power, governance, and consequences matters more than certainty as global investment reaches speculative heights
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In Kashmir, Are We Doing Enough to Protect Our Heritage?
by Iqbal Ahmad
Heritage celebrations highlight a rich archaeological legacy, yet weak institutions, outdated methods, and inadequate policy continue to hinder scientific conservation, demanding professional...
How Deeply Does Persian Still Shape Our Language, Memory and Everyday Life?
by Dr Farooq A. Lone
Persian once shaped everyday Kashmiri life, education and expressions. Despite losing official patronage, its proverbs, prayers and poetic traditions still...
Srinagar’s Subtle Superiority
For centuries, Srinagar has been Kashmir’s singular city, celebrated for its sophistication, exclusivity, and adab. Yet beneath its urbane pride lies a vibrant hybridity,...
Are Ladakh’s People’s Platforms Being Turned into Political Currency?
by Mohammad Hassan Pasha
A BJP office bearer piece argues that political interference risks compromising Apex and KDA’s independence, weakening community trust and complicating Ladakh’s...
Will China Gain American F-35 Secrets Through a Saudi Arms Deal?
by Asad Mirza
US President Donald Trump has said he is considering Saudi Arabia’s request to buy F-35 fighter jets, as intelligence officials warn China...
A Dastardly Act
Kashmir, shaken by the Delhi blast links, faces a renewed crisis as condemnation is unanimous, but shrinking spaces and revived stereotypes deepen its anxiety.
Kashmir...
Careers After 12th: 5 Top Career Choices for Students Passionate About Chemistry
by Dr Nisar Farhad
Chemistry students after 12th can pursue rewarding careers in pharmaceuticals, chemical engineering, environmental science, food technology, and research, combining scientific curiosity...
Can Wullar Lake Be Saved from Ecological Collapse Before It Is Too Late?
by Dr Shaikh Ghulam Rasool
Wullar Lake faces severe ecological collapse driven by electric fishing, pollution, and microbial outbreaks. Fisherfolk demand urgent enforcement, scientific investigation,...
Briefing November 9 – 15, 2025
Fayaz Dilbar
(1957-2025)
Kashmir on November 9, evening lost one of its most versatile creative minds with the passing of playwright, poet, journalist, and filmmaker Fayaz...
Is Kashmir’s Ancient Birch Heritage Vanishing Before Our Eyes?
by Dr Farooq A. Lone
Kashmir’s white birch, once vital to writing, architecture, culture, and medicine, has largely disappeared from the valley floor, raising concerns...
What are the Career Opportunities After Studying Biology in India?
by Dr Vijay Garg
Biology opens careers in healthcare, research, environment, biotechnology, genomics and zoology, with options for specialised postgraduate study, interdisciplinary fields and diverse...
Why Has Kashmir’s Ancient Coinage Remained Unchanged for Twelve Centuries?
by Iqbal Ahmad
Kashmir’s coinage retained a Kushana-derived design for twelve centuries, yet numismatics remains neglected, with little institutional support for studying this vital heritage
During...
Can Baba Ghulam Shah Badshah University Rise Again?
by Sheikh Umar Ahmad
Once a transformative vision for Pir Panjal, BGSBU now struggles with vacancies, financial crisis, and administrative decay, demanding urgent government...
