News Topic:Women
J&K
Over 10 years after the POSH Act, are women safe at workplaces?
Harassment and violence against women remain a significant and escalating issue in our society, both in the national and local context.
Interviews
13 Years On: Naseem Shafaie, Kashmir’s first woman Sahitya Akademi awardee, reflects on poetry and empowerment
Naseem Shafaie, Kashmir's first woman Sahitya Akademi Awardee, reflects on her poetic journey, feminism, and Kashmir’s cultural legacy.
Kashmir
NEET aspirant from Pulwama produces sustainable products with locally sourced ingredients
A young NEET aspirant from Kashmir's Pulwama district has started her journey as an entrepreneur by making sustainable products, using locally sourced ingredients.
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J&K
Dowry, sexual abuse, physical violence against women on rise in J-K
A recent report by the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) has revealed a sharp and concerning rise in crimes against women in J&K.
Health
Breast cancer cases rise among Kashmiri women, says leading onco-surgeon
Breast cancer has become the leading cancer among women and the primary cause of cancer-related deaths in the reproductive age group, according to doctors.
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Kashmir
Kashmir tailor’s daughter defies odds, secures second rank in KAS 2023
Iqra Farooq, the second topper of KAS 2023 never budged to the financial challenges and was determined to reach a position where she could serve people.
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Poems
Silent Cries: A plea from the shadows
A powerful poem reflecting the anguish and unanswered questions of a rape victim, highlighting the silent suffering and dangers women face in everyday life.
Opinion
LET ME LIVE
We have been focusing on women empowerment for decades, but we forget to talk about raising a male child. “Raise the male child; thereby let me live”.
Latest news
NC using statehood issue to divert attention from pressing concerns: Sunil Sharma
BJP leader Sunil Sharma accused the NC of diverting attention with its statehood protest, saying the BJP’s September 2 agitation will focus on jobs.
NC to gherao BJP offices in J&K over statehood, other demands
Jammu and Kashmir National Conference will hold peaceful gherao demonstrations at BJP headquarters in Srinagar and Jammu over statehood and other demands.
Iltija Mufti backs J&K MBBS, BDS interns’ demand for ₹30,000 stipend
PDP leader Iltija Mufti backed protesting MBBS and BDS interns in J&K, supporting their demand to raise the monthly stipend from ₹12,300 to ₹30,000.
Must read
J&K’s digital jobs push needs a verification receipt before trust breaks
To combat fake job offers in Jammu & Kashmir, employers must adopt a "verification receipt" to help candidates instantly identify legitimate opportunities.
Royal Premier League Pulwama 2026: Teams, Groups, Schedule, Points & Livestream
The Royal Premier League Pulwama 2026 has begun, with 10 local teams from Kashmir participating and matches being played at the Sports Stadium Pulwama.