The Forgotten Deity: Sheshnag Lake in Trouble
En route to the Amarnath cave, is a beautiful alpine lake, revered most by Hindus due to its religious history and the rest because of its placid nature. Lake Sheshnag is situated at an altitude of 3590 metres above sea level, reclining midst the Himalayan mountain ranges. Though the lake is just about a kilometre […]
Reclaiming Womanhood beyond Sororities
Who is a woman? She is a separate gender with a different take on life than a man. Women have varied strengths, emotional prowess, family building traits, better grooming tendencies, beauty, charm, courage, and wisdom. This is a gender God perfected to carry no fault, in a figurative sense at least! She has the same […]
Vulnerable at 14,000 feet: Tso Moriri Lake, Ladakh
Ladakh is a famous tourist destination, gaining recognition from people all over the world, and accruing names such as the ‘Cold Desert’ for its unique topography and climate. Though the place is teeming with sights of almost utopian origin, what places Ladakh on people’s bucket list are, more often than not, the majestic lakes that […]
Women Empowerment and Islam
A woman aware of her responsibility as a Muslimah, an important part of the whole Islamic system, is strong in the face of difficulties. It helps her gain confidence and respect for her own self. Understand that the Islamic law, Shariah, does not in any way degrade the status of a female. It, as opposed […]
The Sacrileged Trinity: Nigeen, Khushal Sar and Gil Sar Lakes
Resting near the foothills of Hari Parbat, Nigeen Lake is connected to the Dal Lake via a strait. Though not as majestic and large as the latter, Nigeen has its own charm. With poplar and willow trees lining its banks, this lake proffers a serene sight for all to behold. It is bordered nearly on […]
She Wanted Peace: A Story of Conflict
She loved her parents. Playing with them day in and out, she was a toddler with exceptional energy. She had lots of friends which made her love wilderness even more. Her mornings were spent with her father, roaming around the magnificent lake at the center of the clearing. She was intrigued by the vastness and […]
The Malevolence of Dowry
Marriages are made in heaven and celebrated on Earth. Almost every invitation card has these lines inscribed at the top. The association, that is marriage, is a pure belief of making two people, halves of each other, whole forever. This association needs nurturing and proper care, every moment of each day. Just to be extra […]
