Interview
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1.4KTroupe and Talisman of ‘Naya Kashmir’: BJP and its ‘B-Team’
Dal Lake might have played a spoilsport in their “Jashne democracy” ride, but the ruling party and its alleged proxy are making...
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Women’s Activism in Kashmir: Ather Zia’s book about Resisting Disappearance
At a time when a colossal chunk of literature about the prevalent political plight in Kashmir centres chiefly around its geopolitical climate...
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Thoda Boht: A capably crafted hour of Stand-up with spells of predictable chuckles
“If you’re feeling uncomfortable with my jokes, that’s because I want you to be uncomfortable” Anshita Koul remarks, as she winds up...
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Shaheen Bagh and the Idea of India: In conversation with the Editor and an Author
Shaheen Bagh – The Idea of India, published by Speaking Tiger Books, is an anthology of essays that deep-dives into the acts,...
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‘We had only seen Kashmir through a male journalist’s lens’: In conversation with Masrat Zahra
On June 11, the International Women’s Media Foundation (IWMF) named Kashmiri Photojournalist Masrat Zahra as the winner of this year’s Anja Niedringhaus...
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Braving it all: Being a doctor whose husband is in jail
Juggling between the roles of a doctor and a mother, Dr Bilquies has been fighting many battles as her husband, pro-independence leader...
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In conversation with Radha Kumar: ‘Modi does not believe in introspection on Kashmir’
After the 2010 street upheaval resurged the demand for right to self determination in Kashmir Valley, the Government of India led by...
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‘I offered myself as a kind of middleman to Kashmiris’
A parallel exercise was underway amid recently concluded polls in the valley. The tested and dusted engagement exercise mainly revolved around the...
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Of memories, linguistics and literature: The House on the River
Shoeb Hamid is an unconventional scribe-storyteller from Srinagar—who doesn’t seem to carry the typical author’s air. His mannerism makes him street-smart with...
