Free Press Kashmir

Free Press Kashmir is a weekly publication based in Kashmir, a region known for its rich blend of cultures and ideas. It emphasizes online, video, and data journalism, ensuring that its content goes beyond local news to address issues that resonate across borders and connect with a global audience. The aim of Free Press Kashmir is to provide a wide range of news, insights, analyses, opinions, and reviews that encompass politics, culture, and personal stories. It captures local narratives while relating them to broader global trends through a digital platform. This includes audio-visual storytelling, podcasts, interviews, and panel discussions to enhance the reader's experience. Kashmir is home to a diverse population of over ten million people with a variety of social, cultural, and religious practices. Free Press Kashmir seeks to highlight, analyze, and critique the many voices within this vibrant community while adhering to high professional standards and ethical guidelines. Founded in 2011 as a weekly newspaper and online news site by seasoned journalist Sheikh Mushtaq, Free Press Kashmir was later taken over by Qazi Zaid in 2016. The print edition can be found in color at select locations in Srinagar.

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Uphold public trust: A note to elected representatives

Oct 30, 2024 | freepresskashmir.news | Irfan Qayoom

In this Open Letter addressed to People and to those in Power, the author calls for a system based on justice and integrity. As we navigate the fleeting days of this world, one constant truth remains: we will one day stand before the Almighty, accountable for our deeds, for the responsibilities we fulfilled and those we neglected. For those who believe, this is not just a theological concept, but a profound reality that shapes our sense of duty.
Militant associate held with grenades in Pulwama amid attack threat, says police

Oct 29, 2024 | freepresskashmir.news | Qayoom Khan

Pulwama: Police officials in Pulwama district of Jammu and Kashmir Police arrested a militant associate on Tuesday, seizing 10 grenades. A police spokesperson said the arrest followed intelligence of a potential militant attack in Pulwama town. A joint checkpoint by Pulwama SOG, 55RR, and CRPF 182Bn was set up in the evening on Pulwama’s Circular Road. During checks, Danish Bashir from Dangerpora, Pulwama, was stopped while travelling on a scooter.
Where do the memories go?

Oct 28, 2024 | freepresskashmir.news | Talib Zaffer

My father travelled a lot for work. I am not entirely sure what he did. We lived on an island inhabited by only a couple of hundred people. Nothing much happened there except for a ship coming ashore once a month, weather permitting. I only spent the earlier part of my childhood at the wretched place. Just a handful of memories and blurs.
15 CRPF personnel injured as vehicle falls into deep gorge in Budgam

Oct 16, 2024 | freepresskashmir.news | Qayoom Khan

Budgam: More than 15 CRPF personnel were injured in a road accident in the Pakherpora area of central Kashmir’s Budgam district on Thursday morning, officials reported. According to reports, the vehicle veered off the road and fell into a gorge near the Khaygam crossing in Pakherpora. The injured personnel were immediately evacuated to a nearby hospital for treatment. The extent of their injuries is yet to be confirmed.
Kashmir and the Abbasid revolution

Sep 16, 2024 | freepresskashmir.news | Khawar Khan Achakzai

Often considered as the first major political upheaval in the Arab history, the Abbasid revolution would go on to completely change the socio-political dynamics of Muslim world for centuries to come. In 747 C.E , Abu Muslim revolted against Umayyad rule under the sign of the black banner and successfully took over Merv (Merv, also known as the Merve Oasis, was a major Iranian city in Central Asia, on the historical Silk Road, near today’s Mary, Turkmenistan).
In Pictures: Over 21 million observe Arbaeen in Iraq

Aug 26, 2024 | freepresskashmir.news | Syed Shahriyar

More than 21 million people participated in the Arbaeen pilgrimage in Iraq this year, according to the Associated Press. Arbaeen, marking the 40th day of mourning for the martyrdom of Imam Hussein, the grandson of the Prophet Mohammed (PBUH), is one of the largest religious gatherings in the world and a significant event for Shia Muslims, particularly in Iraq and Iran. It was be observed this year from the evening of Sunday (August 25) to Monday (August 26).
‘Give us a chance’: Seven former JeI members to contest polls as independent candidates in JK elections

Aug 24, 2024 | freepresskashmir.news | Qayoom Khan

Srinagar: Ahead of the upcoming assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir, former Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) activists have announced their participation as independent candidates. Seven former activists are slated to contest across seven constituencies during the initial phase of polling. The constituencies where these candidates will compete include Kulgam district (Kulgam and Devsar), Anantnag-Bijbehara, Shopian-Zainapora, Pulwama (Rajpora and Tral).
Urs of Syed Qasim (RA) draws devotees in large numbers in Pulwama

Aug 12, 2024 | freepresskashmir.news | Qayoom Khan

Pulwama: The annual Urs of Hazrat Syed Mohammad Qasim (RA) was observed with great religious fervour and enthusiasm on Monday at Rahmoo village in south Kashmir’s Pulwama district. A large number of people gathered at the shrine, where they recited verses from the Qur’an, followed by Khatam-e-Sharief, Naats, and supplications, according to eyewitnesses.
Bounties and Breaks: ‘Hall of Fame’ rise of a Kashmiri ethical hacker

Jun 15, 2024 | freepresskashmir.news | Aashiq Hussain Andrabi

At a time when Kashmir is grappling with digital deception and duping, raising awareness about cybersecurity through education and community programs is crucial, reckons valley’s tech talisman who fixed Apple and NASA systems.“Organisations and governments,” he emphasises, “should invest in cybersecurity infrastructure and training to equip people with the necessary skills and knowledge to protect themselves online.” Muneeb Amin Bhat, a 22-year-old cybersecurity researcher and ethical hacker...
Agricultural Advancements: How AI at SKAUST is Shaping the Future of Farming in Kashmir

May 30, 2024 | freepresskashmir.news | Aashiq Hussain Andrabi

The demand for AI professionals in agriculture is expected to grow significantly in the coming years as the industry increasingly adopts advanced technologies to tackle challenges like climate change and food security. Global spending on “smart agriculture” is projected to reach $15.3 billion by 2025, with the AI in agriculture market set to grow at a CAGR of 20%, reaching $2.5 billion by 2026.