by Kashmir Forum | Dec 10, 2011 | Blog
Iqbal laments the loss of yet another Kashmiri handicraft (Mr. Iqbal Ahmad, 49, was born in Parigam Chek, Kulgam. He is a graduate with Diploma in Numismatics, Archaeology and Heritage. He is an archaeologist, writer, and a cultural historian. He is employed by the... by Kashmir Forum | Dec 10, 2011 | Blog
Shafi points to the double tragedy of dying art and increasing unemployment as Kashmiri handicraft trade slows down (Mr. Mohammad Shafi Ayaz, 47, was born in Anantnag, and continues to live in the same town. He studied in various state schools, colleges and... by Kashmir Forum | Dec 10, 2011 | Blog
Fida saw flashes of harmony and Brotherhood. What he missed is anguish. Other than rhetoric and handouts, the majority community still does not comprehend the deep chasm that keeps Pandits away (Mr. Fida Iqbal, 47, was born in Sopore. He attended the D.A.V. School in... by Kashmir Forum | Dec 10, 2011 | Blog
Sana says the days of fragrance and imperial texture are numbered Saffron and Silk Wither in the Valley Sana Altaf Srinagar: The saffron and silk industries in Kashmir have been dying a silent death over the last decade, with production rates for both commodities... by Kashmir Forum | Dec 10, 2011 | Blog
Mukhtar examines the language and attire of Kashmiris, and concludes that Kashmiri culture is dying Kashmiri Dies Slowly as Youth Shoulder its Coffin Mukhtar Ahmed (Kashmir Images) Srinagar: Unlike in the past when Kashmiri was the principal source of communication... by Kashmir Forum | Dec 10, 2011 | Blog
The author investigated the Shopian murders long before the CBI inquiry. The results were same then as now – that the truth was cast aside in favor of political shenanigans and outright lies. Author’s report can be accessed at:... by Kashmir Forum | Dec 4, 2011 | Blog
Dr, Zahida Shah, the force behind “Mothercare Clinic” conducts a workshop on women’s obesity (Dr.Zahida Shah, 42, was born in Srinagar and finished her schooling from the Presentation Convent School , Srinagar. Dr.Zahida completed her Medical degree... by Kashmir Forum | Dec 4, 2011 | Blog
Ahmad represents the best among social activists. He wrote a compelling letter on a basic need, and the article on banking shows his desire to inform the public (Mr. Ghulam Ahmad Reshi (“Ahmad Kashmiri”), 43, was born in Tangmarg. He attended the... by Kashmir Forum | Dec 3, 2011 | Blog
Shafi highlights challenges faced by women in a male dominated society (Mr. Shafi A. Athar, 54, was born in Khrew and completed his high school education at the Government High School in Khrew. He graduated from the Sri Pratap College Srinagar, and received a Post... by Kashmir Forum | Dec 3, 2011 | Blog
Kashmir’s healthcare system needs a massive overhaul. Does anyone care? Fida’s commentary followed by two related articles (Mr. Fida Iqbal, 47, was born in Sopore. He attended the D.A.V. School in Nayadyaar, Rainawari, and the Government Higher Secondary...