( 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 narrative in Kashmir.The story dates back to the Kashmir Conspiracy, the mention of which has been ably and diligently made by B N Mullik, an Indian civil servant, spymaster and the second Director […]
(Kashmir Rechords Exclusive) In the tumultuous days of 1990, amidst the echoes of political unrest and communal tensions, Kashmir bore witness to a series of forgotten tragedies, overshadowed by the broader narrative of conflict. These unreported killings, etched in the annals of history, serve as poignant reminders of the human cost of strife and the […]
(Kashmir Rechords Exclusive) Meet Chander Mohan Bhat, a native of the picturesque village of Murran nestled within the Pulwama district of Kashmir. For over three decades, Chander Mohan Bhat has served as a beacon of knowledge and insight, contributing extensively to local dailies with his writings that delve deep into the tapestry of Kashmir’s rich […]
(Kashmir Rechords Desk) Two Zadoo Brothers from Anantnag district—Dina Nath and Kanti Chandra, who find their name incorporated in the category of “ Unsung Heroes’’, prepared by Government of India during “Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav’’, were closely associated with Netaji Subash Chandra Bose. Born in 1916 and 1918, respectively, to Prof. Jagaddhar Zadoo, the elder […]
(Kashmir Rechords Exclusive) If Jammu City presently boasts of a high quality Astroturf laden Hockey Stadium, the credit for that definitely goes to the relentless efforts of Krishan Kumar Hakhu, the man who was wedded to the cause of Sports in Jammu and Kashmir for decades together. Popularly known as K K Hakhu, this son […]
( Kashmir Rechords Archives) It was during 1996 Lok Sabha elections when over 2.25 Lakh Kashmiri Hindu voters had reportedly resolved to “dissociate’’ themselves from the Parliament election process in the then State of Jammu and Kashmir. The call for boycotting the elections was given by six Kashmiri Pandit organisations, which included Panun Kashmir Movement […]
(Kashmir Rechords Exclusive) Once a place for keeping Royal Elephants, it is now a famous Sabzi Mandi (Vegetable Market) of Jammu City! Situated in the heart of old Jammu city near Parade Chowk with Moti Bazar on the other side, a large open area was once called Hathithan, a stable or Camp for elephants, belonging to Dogra Maharajas […]
(Kashmir Rechords Exclusive) Kashmir Valley is one of the most flood hazard-prone Himalayan regions. The valley has witnessed significant flooding during 879 AD, 1841, 1893, 1903, 1929, 1948, 1951, 1957, 1959, 1992, 1996, 2002, 2006, 2010 and 2014. A threat of floods was looming large recently even this year also! Some of the historical records […]
(Kashmir Rechords Exclusive) It was March 1971 Parliamentary elections for the Fifth Lok Sabha when Kashmiri Pandits were finding themselves at the crossroads……..Their indecisiveness had pushed them in a struggle between “reactionary and communal forces’’ on one hand and “Progressive and Democratic Elements’’ on the other hand. This awkward situation had prompted a leading newspaper […]
(By: Kanwal krishan Lidhoo)* Kashmir’s rich tradition of humor is a notable aspect of its socio-cultural history. This tradition is evident in the works of literary giants like Kshemendra, who used satire as his primary form of expression. Kshemendra’s writings often addressed topics of interest through satirical narratives rather than the pure humor classified by […]
