J-K: Kashmir-based artisan makes first carpet with national flag design in valley

Jul 12, 2022

Bandipora (Jammu and Kashmir), July 12 : Kashmir-based artisan Maqbool Ahmad Dar is the first artisan from the valley who prepared the first carpet...

Kashmiri craftsman's silk carpet honors India's map

Aug 17, 2023

Artisan Maqbool Dar, who hails from Ashtengoo village in north Kashmir’s Bandipora district, weaves India's map onto a silk carpet, igniting a symbol of...

Govt designates Hizb-Ul-Mujahideen operative Asif Maqbool Dar as terrorist

Jan 07, 2023

"Asif is involved in instigating or provoking the youth of Kashmir Valley for terrorist activities by using social media platforms," MHA said.

MHA designates Hizb-ul-Mujahideen operative Asif Maqbool Dar as 'terrorist'

Jan 07, 2023

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on Saturday designated Hizb-ul-Mujahideen operative Dr Asif Maqbool Dar as a "terrorist" under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act...

Kashmiri artisan reviving centuries-old craft of making 'Pulhoer'

Apr 28, 2023

For centuries, the people of Kashmir have relied on the traditional craft of making 'Pulhoer' to protect their feet from the harsh winter weather.

Kashmiri artisan keeps centuries old 'Pulhoor' tradition alive with govt support

Mar 02, 2023

The government support is helping a Kashmiri artisan named Muhammad Yousuf Bhat to keep the centuries-old 'Pulhoor' (traditional sleepers) alive in the valley.