Kashmir Rechords

Kashmir Rechords is an independent digital archive chronicling the history, culture and socio-political journey of Jammu & Kashmir, with a focus on original research, rare records and forgotten legacies.

1990: When Cinema Fell Silent in Kashmir!

Kashmir Records Special Feature There was a time—not too long ago—when Kashmir queued up for dreams. Long before the crackle of gunfire replaced laughter, cinema halls across Srinagar pulsed with life. From Lal Chowk to Down Town or to  Residency Road; to towns like Anantnag to Sopore or Baramulla, over 20 theatres screened Bollywood blockbusters and Hollywood hits. Tickets were sold in black. Beauty parlours thrived....
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Soi, Tethwan….. Kashmir’s Healing Powers Beyond Their Sting, Bitter Taste!

(Kashmir Rechords Presentation) `Soi‘ (nettle), ‘Pamb Chalan‘, ‘Koth‘, or ‘Tethwan’ are among the wild grasses and  herbs of Kashmir that hold a significant place in the local psyche. These  plants evoke...

Lambodhar Zutshi: The Pioneer of Science Among Kashmiri Pandits

(By: Bhushan Parimoo*)In the late hours of November 16, 1896, the serene night in Chinkral Mohalla, Srinagar, was pierced by anxious whispers and fervent...

Kashmiri Pilots: Triumphs Amid 1979 Tragedy in Leh Aviation

(Kashmir Rechords Exclusive) Operating flights to and from  Leh’s Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport, one of the world’s highest airports, is a testament to a pilot’s skill...

Ruchir Koul:Bhaderwah’s Braveheart

(Kashmir Rechords Exclusive) In the annals of the Kashmiri Pandit community, names like Tika Lal Taploo, Neelkanth Ganjoo and Prem Nath Bhat are often mentioned...

Kashmiri Bank Limited Faizabad: Kashmiri Pandit’s Financial Revolution in 1900 !

(By: Dr. Rajesh Bhat*)In a remarkable revelation by Kashmir Rechords, a hidden chapter of Kashmiri Pandit excellence has come to light, showcasing their significant contributions...

Sunstroke and Strife: Kashmiri Pandits’ Struggle in the 1990 Heatwave

(By: K R Ishan) As North India swelters under a relentless heat wave every summer, memories flood back for the Kashmiri Pandit community. This scorching...

Sarshar’s Kashmir Roots: Flourishing in Urdu Literature

(Kashmir Rechords Exclusive) The modern generation of Kashmiris may not fully grasp the lifestyle of their ancestors a century ago, a time when trade, government...

Kashmir’s Prime Minister and his Sex Manual!

(KASHMIR RECHORDS EXCLUSIVE) Kashmir has been a fertile ground for numerous contributions to the world in various fields, including art, literature, medicine, engineering, history, and...

Assassination of Mirwaiz Farooq and Jagmohan’s Ouster

(Kashmir Rechords Exclusive) Thirty-four years ago, this day, on May 21, 1990, three young men visited the home of Kashmir’s head priest and prominent...

Kashmiri Pandit, India in Secret Codes: Unveiling Kashmir Conspiracy

( Kashmir Rechords Exclusive) It was an era of different ``End-to-End Encryption’’ when cheat codes were devised to carry out sabotage and further anti-India...

The Untold Tragedy: Underreported Killings in Kashmir!

(Kashmir Rechords Exclusive) In the tumultuous days of 1990, amidst the echoes of political unrest and communal tensions, Kashmir bore witness to a...

His Pictures Were Speaking More Than Words!

Remembering Ashok Sodhi                          Four decades ago, the concept of photojournalism was new to Jammu. Few photographers, including Afzal Shah, Chander Sunder and Raju...