Tag: Kashmiri Pandit

When Yasin Malik was declared ‘Dead’ twice in April 1990!

The Curious Case of Yasin Malik: Dead in April, 1990 twice, Arrested in August 1990

Preserving Jammu & Kashmir’s History | Kashmir Rechords Turns Three

Discover the inspiring three-year journey of Kashmir Rechords Foundation in preserving the forgotten history, culture and heritage of Jammu & Kashmir through archival research and documentation.
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Lal Ded Chair Remains Unfulfilled: A Govt, UGC  Promise in Limbo

Even after Government's announcement several years ago, the Lal Ded Chair remains unrealized, casting a shadow over efforts to honor Kashmir’s most revered mystic...

H.N. Jattu: A Polarizing Leader Who Defied the Odds

(By: KR Ishan) With the passing of veteran Kashmiri Pandit leader H.N. Jattu on September 3, 2024, an era quietly came to an end....

Political Resurgence or Marginalization? Kashmiri Pandits and the 2024 Assembly Elections

(By: K R Ishan) As Jammu and Kashmir prepares for its first Assembly elections since the abrogation of Article 370, the political landscape reflects...

Janmashtami in Kashmir’s Tumultuous 1990s

(Kashmir Rechords Exclusive) Circa 1991: In the tranquil yet troubled village of Batgund, Handwara,Kashmir nestled in the scenic district of Kupwara, the Koul family clung...

Miru Pandit: Guardian of Kashmir’s Legacy during Mughal Era

Kashmir Rechords Exclusive) In the annals of Kashmir's rich history, few figures stand out as vividly as Miru Pandit, a man who bridged the ancient...

Iqbal’s ‘Sare Jahan Se Achha’: India’s  Anthem, Pakistan’s Paradox!

(Kashmir Rechords Independence Day Special) "Saare Jahan Se Achha Hindustan Hamara" is a foundational patriotic poem, penned by  Muhammad Iqbal in 1904. Originally written for...

A Kashmiri Pandit Governor Who Knew Pashto!

(Kashmir Rechords Exclusive) In the annals of pre-independence India, the name Rai Bahadur Dewan Manmohan Kaul stands out, not just for his administrative prowess...

Pandit Brij Mohan Dattatreya : A Forgotten Luminary with Kashmir Connection!

(Kashmir Rechords Exclusive) Pandit Brij Mohan Dattatreya, known by his penname "Kaifi Dehlavi" or simply "Kaifi," was a distinguished writer of Urdu, Persian, and Sanskrit...

1863: First Indian Calcutta High Court Judge Was a Kashmiri!

(Kashmir Rechords Exclusive) In an unprecedented achievement, Justice Shambunath Pandit, a Kashmiri Pandit, became the first Indian judge of the Calcutta High Court in 1863....

When Kashmiri Pandits United to Aid 1903 Kashmir Flood Victims!

The heartwarming saga of the Kashmiri Pandits' response to the July 1903 floods and drought underscores an enduring connection to their homeland. Despite geographical separation, their bond with Kashmir remained unbreakable. Their collective efforts not only alleviated immediate suffering but also contributed to the long-term development of the region

The Failed Agra Summit: How a Kashmiri-Origin Bureaucrat Thwarted Musharraf’s Plans

(Kashmir Rechords Desk) Twenty-three years ago, on July 16, 2001, as Pakistan and India neared the signing of...

A Tale of Two Somnath Zutshis!

(Kashmir Rechords Exclusive) If you’re familiar with Charles Dickens’ "A Tale of Two Cities," you might find the story of the two Somnath Zutshis equally...