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India-administered Kashmir is fighting back against a growing youth addiction crisis with an ambitious 100-day crackdown on narcotics. Thousands of young people are getting a second chance at life as authorities tackle the problem head-on.
Irfan Ahmad Lone lost both eyes before age 10, but his father sold everything to keep him in school. At 30, he became the first person from his Kashmir district to clear India's elite civil service exam.
Two sisters in Pahalgam, Kashmir transformed their family's 1970s vacation home into a sustainable homestay where guests can experience the valley's natural beauty and culture. Yena's Lodge offers riverside stays, local cuisine, and guided tours through one of India's most stunning landscapes.
A court in Jammu and Kashmir is standing up for judicial integrity by requiring lawyers who made baseless accusations against a judge to apologize. The ruling sends a powerful message about protecting fairness in the legal system.
Starting April 30, a new direct train will transform travel to Kashmir, reducing the journey from Jammu to Srinagar to just five hours. The winterized Vande Bharat Express promises safer, faster access to one of India's most beautiful regions.
A rare wild mushroom worth its weight in gold can now be grown on farms in Kashmir, thanks to five years of patient research. Scientists cracked the code on cultivating Gucchi mushrooms under controlled conditions, turning forest treasure into a viable crop.
A brother-sister duo in Ludhiana is growing authentic Kashmiri saffron without soil, seasons, or land using indoor aeroponic technology. Their family venture is filling India's saffron gap while reimagining what farming can look like.
From Kashmir to Gujarat, young entrepreneurs are transforming crochet from a fading tradition into fashion-forward brands that employ hundreds and celebrate cultural heritage. Their success proves handmade crafts can compete in modern markets while preserving tradition.
A young leopard rescued from a weakened state near Muzaffarabad is now receiving expert care and is expected to fully recover in just four weeks. Wildlife officials plan to release the healthy animal back into its natural habitat in Azad Jammu and Kashmir.
A student who spent summers in his grandfather's Kashmir clinic just became one of America's top young scientists. Ishaan Sharma is bridging the gap between lab research and real patients with neurodegenerative diseases.
The Jammu and Kashmir cricket team just made history by winning their first-ever Ranji Trophy, India's premier domestic cricket championship. After nearly seven decades of trying, the team's victory has sparked celebrations and hope across the region.
The endangered Kashmiri stag population has soared from 183 to 323 in just ten years, proving that dedicated conservation can bring species back from the brink. Local communities and wildlife are now thriving together around Dachigam National Park.
After closing in 2025 following a terror attack, Asia's largest tulip garden has reopened in Srinagar with 1.8 million flowers across 15 hectares. The return brings hope and income back to Kashmir's tourism-dependent communities.
Families who lost loved ones to terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir are receiving government jobs and having their seized properties returned. Since 2020, over 400 families have found new hope through employment and justice initiatives.
After a bullet injury left him paralyzed in 1997, Javed Ahmad Tak turned his pain into purpose by creating a school in Kashmir that has educated 6,000 children with disabilities. Now he's building a larger shelter home to reach even more kids with big dreams.
From tuna curries in island mosques to haleem pots in Hyderabad, India's Muslim communities celebrate Ramadan with flavors and traditions shaped by centuries of local culture. Each region brings its own spirit to the holy month.
Three men from Jammu and Kashmir overcame blindness, poverty, and financial struggle to pass India's most competitive civil service exam. Their success is part of a record-breaking 16 candidates from the region who qualified this year.
A pace bowler from Baramulla who learned cricket on tennis balls just led Jammu & Kashmir to their first-ever Ranji Trophy championship. Years ago, his father told reporters his son would play for India one day.
From Kashmir to Punjab to Uttar Pradesh, ordinary villagers are restoring their corner of the world without waiting for permission. Their work is bringing back forests, clean water, and wildlife across India.
Shabnam Bashir defied her conservative community to trek alone through Kashmir's forgotten mountains. Her eight-year mission brought 16 hidden valleys onto the tourism map and created income for over 60 villagers.
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