Tag: Srinagar

‘Batta Loot’: When Kashmir’s Hindus became hidden victims on July 13, 1931

The forgotten story of Batta Loot—how the July 13, 1931 disturbances in Kashmir led to widespread loot, arson and attacks on Kashmiri Pandits, as documented in G.S. Raghavan's rare book Warning of Kashmir and official government records.
Jammu & Kashmir-Research

‘Please Come at Once’: Rare 1946 letters reveal Kashmiri Hindus’ urgent appeals to Sardar Patel

Two rare handwritten letters preserved in the National Archives of India reveal how Kashmiri Hindu organisations appealed to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel during the Quit Kashmir Movement of May 1946, expressing fears over the Valley's political future and requesting his immediate intervention.
Jammu & Kashmir-Research
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A Fallen Star: The Tragic Story of Dr. Deepak Mathu, IPS

What makes this story even more heartbreaking is that it wasn’t terrorists from across the border who claimed Dr. Mathu’s life, but some of...
Jammu Kashmir-Terrorism

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....
Jammu & Kashmir-Life Style

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...
Jammu & Kashmir-Politics

Syed Malik: Kashmir’s Stalwart Journalist

(By: Kashmir Rechords Representative) Mohammad Syed Malik, often referred to as Syed Malik, was born in the picturesque region of Kashmir, known for its...
Jammu & Kashmir-Life Style

When J&K had Director Lotteries!

The glimpse into the past reveals a fascinating yet tumultuous chapter in the history of Jammu and Kashmir, highlighting the impact of State-run lotteries on the socio-economic fabric of the region.
Jammu & Kashmir-Life Style

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
Jammu & Kashmir-Research

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...
Jammu & Kashmir-Research

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

Kashmir Rechords Desk  January 1979 – The political landscape of Jammu and Kashmir was rocked by the explosive and visionary proposals of Balraj Madhok, a veteran...
Research

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...
Political

Chander’s Chronicles: Capturing Kashmir’s Soul Through History’s Lens

(Kashmir Rechords Exclusive) Meet Chander Mohan Bhat, a native of the picturesque village of Murran nestled within the Pulwama district of Kashmir....
Jammu & Kashmir- Heritage

Zadoo Brothers of Kashmir Who were Closely Associated With Subash Chandra Bose!

(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’’,  ...
Jammu & Kashmir-Research

1996: When Kashmiri Pandits `dissociated’ from Lok Sabha Polls!

( 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...
Jammu & Kashmir-Politics