Culture
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702From ‘Phiran Kurti’ to ‘Wajjwan Thali’: Fetish and exploitation of Kashmir’s culture
You might have heard someone say, “why do you get offended if I wear a firan-kurti like a dress, in my own...
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Kashmiris in Bengaluru: ‘Lokchaar’ event brings culture and creativity to life
Bengaluru: Kashmiri families in Bengaluru gathered last week for “Lokchaar – The Kashmiri Childhood,” an event organised by The Quillers’ Club in...
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Short film by Kashmiri film-maker Rayit Hashmat captures Kashmir beyond scenic landscapes
Mumbai: Orphanage of Memories, a short film by Kashmiri film-maker Rayit Hashmat Qazi, offers a portrayal of grief and resilience amidst the...
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A cultural pilgrim’s ‘walk of remembrance’ in old city’s playful times
As virtual reality is redefining the vibes of the valley, old pockets are becoming graveyards of the games they once played with...
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Faithful knots of Kashmir’s distressed birth-givers
On a misty March morning, dirges are competing with the fluttering of pigeons in a courtyard where the martyrs of 1931 are...
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Bakers of Bijbehara—selling ‘token of love’ on Kashmir’s escape route
With its aromatic charm and health benefits, Bijbehara’s oven-fresh delicacy has become more than just bread; it has become a symbol of...
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What makes Kashmir’s culture of change so reluctant?
The millennials and Gen Z in Kashmir are perhaps ready to take this battle headfirst, but the blame game culture has us...
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Sense and spirit of cultural entrepreneurship in Kashmir
As the story of cultural entrepreneurship continues to unwind, so does our narrative of expectations and appreciation. In the year of devastating...
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‘Lalwun naar’: The mood and music of Rasul Mir’s poetry
Mir is faithful to the title of “leader of descriptive writers” bestowed on him by Rahman Rahi. Dr Shiban K Kachru’s translation...
