Kashmiriyat: The death of an idea

Both the insurgency in the Valley and the rise of Hindutva signalled the failure of the Indian state to live up to the secular ideals on which it was founded.

Chitralekha Zutshi

· Sep 16, 2019 · 06:54 pm

This book claims to expose the myths behind Kashmir’s history. It exposes its own biases instead

On Kashmir, Khalid Bashir Ahmad’s book reveals the deep divisions that plague the public sphere.

Chitralekha Zutshi

· Oct 24, 2017 · 08:30 am

The new wave of anger in Kashmir is not just about poor governance but about preserving an identity

The BJP’s threats to rescind Article 370 and moves to resettle Kashmiri Pandits in the state have led to fears of demographic change amongst Kashmiri Muslims.

Chitralekha Zutshi

· Aug 21, 2016 · 06:30 pm

Opinion: To solve Kashmir crisis, India first needs to treat Kashmiris as equal citizens

NIT and Handwara are the symptoms of a much deeper malaise that cannot be treated by the band-aid measures being proposed in the wake of these crises.

Chitralekha Zutshi

· Apr 23, 2016 · 08:00 am

Srinagar's shrines and Kashmiri politics have been intertwined for centuries

Shrines in the Valley are much more than just spiritual retreats.

Chitralekha Zutshi

· Dec 25, 2015 · 12:30 pm

Kashmiri cuisine is more than just food – it's a celebration a life

Traditions, flavours and memories go into the making of an exotic Kashmiri spread.

Chitralekha Zutshi

· Nov 26, 2015 · 01:30 pm