Category: Gems of Kashmir

MOHSIN ALI: THE YOUNG KASHMIRI WHO ROWED HIS DREAMS INTO REALITY

In the heart of Srinagar’s Dal Lake, where shikaras glide gracefully across the water, a young boy quietly nurtured dreams far bigger than his modest surroundings. That boy is Mohsin…

KABRA ALTAF’S JUDO JOURNEY

In the heart of Kashmir, where snow-covered mountains and tranquil lakes dominate the landscape, a young woman has been quietly rewriting the narrative of perseverance and strength. Kabra Altaf from…

FROM ANCESTRAL HOME TO LIVING MUSEUM: SHAHIDA KHANUM’S GUJJAR LEGACY

In the remote village of Aragam in Bandipora district, Jammu and Kashmir, a young woman has quietly undertaken a mission that many cultural activists only dream of. Shahida Khanum has…

SUHAIL IBN SHAHNAWAZ: KASHMIR’S ROCKET BOY ON THE PATH TO GLOBAL RECOGNITION

In regions where conflict often overshadows daily life, innovation and intellectual growth can serve as powerful symbols of hope. One such remarkable example comes from Kashmir, a region known for…

ORPHANED YET UNBROKEN: GUJJAR BOY FROM KASHMIR CRACKS NEET

In the picturesque valley of Tral, nestled within the Pulwama district of Jammu and Kashmir, an extraordinary tale of resilience has emerged—a tale that cuts across the boundaries of socio-economic…

SANA JAN WINS BRONZE AT NATIONAL WUSHU CHAMPIONSHIP

Sana Jan has brought immense pride to Jammu and Kashmir by winning the bronze medal at the 24th Junior National Wushu Championship, held in Hyderabad from 01 to 06 July…

SUHAIL BHAT’S JOURNEY: FROM SRINAGAR’S STREETS TO THE NATIONAL SQUAD

In the snow-draped valleys and bustling alleys of Srinagar, dreams often lie buried beneath layers of conflict, hardship and silence. But every once in a while, a spark rises from…

HILAL WANI’S SILENT STORM: DEAF AND MUTE CRICKETER STUNS THE WORLD

In the serene and remote village of Arigohol Akad, nestled within South Kashmir’s Anantnag district, a remarkable story of grit and passion has quietly blossomed over the years. This isn’t…

FAIZAN, SARABJEET NAMED IN U-23 INDIA SOFTBALL SQUAD

In a historic and proud moment for Jammu & Kashmir, two exceptional athletes – Sarabjeet Singh Sodhi from Jammu and Faizan Bashir from Kulgam have been selected to represent India…

BREAKING BARRIERS IN KASHMIR: DISHA PANDITA’S GOLDEN JOURNEY IN SQAY MARTIAL ARTS

“My sole aim is to make women strong and brave.” – Disha Pandita In a remarkable feat that has sent waves of pride through the nation, Disha Pandita, the first…

KUPWARA’S RIFAT RASOOL AND SNOBAR FAYAZ SHINE AT 6TH ASIAN SAVATE CHAMPIONSHIP

In a proud moment for North Kashmir, two young athletes from Kupwara district, Rifat Rasool and Snobar Fayaz showcased remarkable talent and determination at the 6th Asian Savate Championship held…

WUSHU STAR AYEERA CHISHTI SHINES AGAIN, WINS SILVER AT 38TH NATIONAL GAMES

Jammu and Kashmir’s wushu sensation, Ayeera Chishti, has once again proven her dominance in the sport, clinching a silver medal at the 38th National Games held in Uttarakhand. Known for…

KASHMIR TO NATIONAL FAME: AYAAN SAJAD BAGS PRESTIGIOUS NATIONAL AWARD

A proud moment for Jammu and Kashmir, Ayaan Sajad, a 13-year-old Sufi singer from Anantnag, has struck the right chord by winning the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar, the highest…

DPS SRINAGAR STUDENTS SHINE AT WORLD PENCAK SILAT CHAMPIONSHIPS IN ABU DHABI

Nehal Zubair and Alishba Fatima Jillani remarkable achievements have brought immense pride to both their school and the nation Delhi Public School (DPS) Srinagar is celebrating the extraordinary achievements of…

SHAHID HILAL CLINCHED THE GOLD MEDAL AT THE 9TH J&K UT PENCAK SILAT CHAMPIONSHIP 2024.

Shahid Hilal, a talented athlete from Srinagar, achieved a remarkable victory by winning a gold medal at the 9th Jammu and Kashmir Union Territory Pencak Silat Championship. The event took…

SUCCESS STORY OF SHEETAL DEVI

Wow, have you heard of Sheetal Devi? She is a famous para-archer from India who was born without arms!!! But guess what? She didn’t let that stop her from becoming…

ARIF AND WASEEM: NEW BREED OF TALENT IN SKIING

Arif Khan, an Olympian, and Waseem Ahmed Bhat, a rising star from J&K, will represent India at the Alpine Slalom Championship (FIS Races) in the United Arab Emirates. Arif Khan…

DR. RUKHSAR SAEED’S CULINARY TRIUMPH FROM PAMPORE TO MASTER CHEF INDIA

Dr. Rukhsar Saeed, hailing from Pampore, Kashmir, has made history as the first Kashmiri participant on the prestigious cooking reality show, Master Chef India. Her ascent from a small town…

SYED AREEJ SAFVI: REVIVING LADISHAH, EMPOWERING VOICES IN KASHMIR

In the valley of Kashmir, a cultural renaissance is underway, led by a young girl named Syed Areej Safvi. At just 25 years old, Areej has left an indelible mark…

ABAN HABIB’S DEVELOP DRONE FOR FERRYING BLOOD

The young people of Kashmir are filled with hope and optimism today, and they are prepared to embark on the journey of a lifetime. One of them a visionary mind…

Maqbool Jan’s Papier-Mâché Journey: From Passion to Mastery

Maqbool Jan, an artist from Srinagar's Lal Bazar area, National award winning artist Maqbool Jan has made an old map of Srinagar city on cloth using the papier-mâché technique and…

“IRTIQA BAZAZ: A LUMINARY EMERGING FROM SRINAGAR’s ARTISTIC HORIZON”

“I can’t trace the precise moment when my love for painting took flight,” muses Irtiqa Bazaz, a blossoming artist hailing from Karan Nagar in Srinagar. With conviction, she shares, “Art…

REVIVING THE LEGACY: JOURNEY OF KASHMIRI ARTISANS RAZIA SULTANA & SHABROZA

The Namda craft of Kashmir is being successfully revived under a Skill India's Pilot Project as part of the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana. Kashmiri handicrafts exhibit extraordinary intricacy and…