Rohit Tikoo

Tourism in Kashmir took the spotlight on September 29, 2025, when the administration announced the reopening of 12 destinations shut since the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack. The list included Aru Valley, Rafting Point Yanner, Akkad Park, Padshahi Park, and Kaman Post in the Kashmir division, along with Dagan Top in Ramban, Dhaggar in Kathua, … Read more

On September 23, 2025, the Supreme Court dismissed Kashmiri Pandit petition for age relaxation in government jobs. For us, displaced Kashmiri Pandits, this verdict is not just a ruling. It serves as another reminder that our decades-long struggle remains unresolved. This dismissal raises difficult questions. If other communities can secure job-age relaxations and judicial interventions years after … Read more

In late August 2025, a film quietly arrived on Amazon Prime Video. Titled Songs of Paradise, it told the story of a Kashmiri woman who longed to sing in a society where women were often silenced. Within days, the film went viral. Viewers across India and beyond were moved by the character Noor, played with … Read more

The story of Kashmiri Pandits in refugee camps is one we must collectively remember and share. Following the 1990 forced departure, many people were driven from their homes in the Kashmir Valley and had to live in temporary shelters in Jammu and other areas of India. Despite the passing time, the hardships endure, and young … Read more

This article looks at Satya Pal Malik’s political career. We will cover his early rise in politics. He was the last governor of Jammu and Kashmir. This was a historic role for him. He made bold comments about sensitive topics. This includes his statements on the Pulwama attack. His political luck changed over time. He … Read more

Rohit TikooRohit Tikoo is a published author, researcher, and content strategist with over two decades of writing experience. He is the author of nine books covering Kashmir, Indian philosophy, social issues, and contemporary thought, including Shadows Over the Valley: Operation TUPAC, Cold War Geopolitics, and the Kashmiri Pandits Exodus (2025). His work focuses on Kashmir’s … Read more

I was in my first year of college when the Genocide of Kashmiri Pandits happened, causing internal displacement of Kashmiri Pandits. We didn’t know it would be forever. I still remember the whispers in the dark, the hurried packing, and the fear that hollowed out our home. We didn’t move by choice. We were forced … Read more

The question “Was Jagmohan Responsible for the Kashmiri Pandit Exodus is complex. This situation reflects a deeper political struggle in Kashmir. Two influential figures, Farooq Abdullah and Mufti Mohammad Sayeed, are at the centre of this narrative. Meanwhile, Jagmohan stands as an antagonist. Was Jagmohan Responsible for the Kashmiri Pandit Exodus, or did history make him … Read more

The 1987 rigged elections in Jammu and Kashmir are often described as a watershed moment in Kashmir’s history. This narrative, while popular, is incomplete. The Valley was already boiling with unrest long before the ballots were cast in 1987. To fully understand the origins of the insurgency and the deep mistrust that followed, it is … Read more

1986 Anantnag Riots Kashmir’s 1986 Anantnag Riots represent a deeply troubling and often ignored period in the recent history of Kashmir. These events, occurring several years before the widespread displacement which caused the final Exodus of Kashmiri Pandits in 1990, marked the initial instance of organised violence aimed at the Kashmiri Pandit community. They weren’t … Read more

Early Life and Illustrious Lineage  Family Background and Birth  Abhinavagupta was born around 950–975 CE in the beautiful valley of Kashmir. He came from a noble and learned Brahmin family known for its deep spiritual roots and scholarly traditions. His ancestral lineage traces back to Attrigupta, a revered scholar originally from the holy region of … Read more

  Have you ever wondered what makes Kashmir Shaivism so special? This mystical tradition, originating from the beautiful valleys of Kashmir, has captivated spiritual seekers for over a thousand years. And for good reason. Kashmir Shaivism isn’t just another philosophical system. It’s a complete roadmap to understanding your true nature and the universe itself. Kashmir … Read more