"Are we here or not? If we are, where and if not, where have we gone? If we exist, for whom and when? Sir... were we ever there, or never at all?" This powerful dialogue from 'Haider' captures the existential questions surrounding the identity and presence of Kashmiris amid conflict.
The prized nadru stems gradually disappeared as an ingredient used in local kitchens. Over the next three decades, the condition of the lake worsened. Parts were turned into dumping grounds and its area was drastically reduced.
Security for the Amarnath pilgrimage has intensified following a deadly April attack, with around 600 additional paramilitary units deployed, marking the highest security level ever for this event.
"April 22 is the most unfortunate and tragic incident that could have happened. It sets us back because when you have millions of tourists coming in, it becomes a bigger and better market for brands, products and services. When there is escalation between the two countries, it becomes an unattractive place for all."
For many young Kashmiris, tattoos once symbolizing resistance against Indian control are now seen as burdens; individuals like Sameer Wani are opting to erase them during escalating state scrutiny.
Footage of a scrap after the cricket travelled widely via WhatsApp and social media, and very soon rumours flew around the British Muslim world that people just like them were being hunted down and attacked by 'Hindutva' Indian nationalists.
The deliberate targeting of civilians, including innocent women and children, by the Indian military constitutes a heinous and shameful crime, that is in violation of all norms of human behaviour.