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Balraj Madhok’s 1979 Vision for Kashmir, Jammu: A Blueprint Realised in 2019

(By: Kanwal Krishan*) January 1979 – The political landscape of Jammu and Kashmir was rocked by the explosive and visionary proposals of Balraj Madhok, a veteran leader of the Jana Sangh and a former Member of Parliament. Known as a “son of the soil,” Madhok’s controversial views on the reorganization of…

byKashmir Rechords
Jun 14,24
Culture, Kashmir, Kashmiri Pandits- Post Migration, Migration, Religion, Socio-cultural

Echoes of Devotion: The First Kheer Bhawani Mela in Exile!

(By: Dr. Rajesh Bhat*) As the Wheel of Time completes 34 years since the Kashmiri Pandits began celebrating the annual Mela Kheer Bhawani in exile, the date June 14, 2024 evokes a poignant mix of nostalgia and sorrow. This day serves as a stark reminder of June 1, 1990, when the Mela…

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 a range of emotions among Kashmiris, from fear and trauma to disdain. The sting of a ‘Soi Shalakh’ or the bitter taste of ‘Tethwan’ are common unpleasant experiences. Despite…

byKashmir Rechords
Jun 10,24
Jammu & Kashmir-Research, Kashmir, Kashmiri Pandits- pre Migration, Research, Socio-cultural

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 prayers. The household of the late Pandit Mukund Ram Zutshi was abuzz with nervous anticipation as Vishmal Dar, lovingly known as Kisser Ded, endured the…

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 and experience. Situated at an altitude of 3,256 meters (10,682 feet), Leh Airport is surrounded by the rugged Himalayas and is notorious for its challenging approach paths…