Dina Nath Nadim: The Unmatched Doyen of Kashmiri Literature
Dina Nath Nadim, born on March 18, 1916, in Srinagar, was a prominent poet and a leading voice of Kashmiri poetry. He revolutionized Kashmiri literature and left an indelible mark on the region’s cultural landscape. Nadim’s poetic genius transcended languages, encompassing Kashmiri, Hindi, and Urdu poetry. He was also actively involved in the Progressive Writers’ […]
Ali Mohammad Lone: An Acclaimed Playwright from Kashmir
Kashmiri fiction writers have gained recognition not only for their beautiful short stories but also for their remarkable success as playwrights. Among these outstanding writers, Ali Mohammad Lone stands out as an acclaimed playwright. While Lone also wrote novels and stories, his true mastery lay in the genre of drama. His achievements in the field […]
Professor Hari Krishan Kaul: The writer with a nuanced understandingof human behaviour!
Born on July 22, 1934, in Zaindar Mohalla, Srinagar, Professor Hari Krishan Kaul, holds a significant place in the literary world of Kashmir. In 1960, he completed his M.A. in Hindi from the University of Kashmir and went on to become a lecturer in Hindi in the State Higher Education Department. During the period of […]
AKHTAR MOHI-UD-DIN: A WIZARD WITH THE WORD
It is believed that in the year 1955, the first two Kashmiri short stories ‘Jawabi-Card’ and ‘YeliPholGaash’ written by Dina Nath Nadim and Som Nath Zutshi respectively,appeared in a single issue of Kong Posh (the Saffron Flower), the official cultural organ of the Kashmiri Progressive Writers Front. And, it was during this period that Kashmiri […]
Humans, not places, make memories.’
Late Bakshi Ghulam Mohammed (1907–1972) was a prominent figure who served as the Prime Minister/Chief Minister of the State of Jammu and Kashmir for eleven years, from 1953 to 1964. He played a crucial role in shaping the destiny of Kashmir and is often referred to as the Architect of modern Kashmir. Bakshi Sahib received […]
Pushkar Bhan: The Maestro of Satirical Brilliance
Pushkar Bhan, the maestro of Kashmiri humor and satire, was a renowned playwright, dramatist, and theater personality. With his unique blend of satire sprawled in his ever-best literary creations, Bhan Sahib’s legacy will be cherished for years to come. His Machama Series resonated deeply with the hearts of those who listened to his plays on […]
Amin Kamil: A Prolific Writer, poet
Amin Kamil, the renowned Kashmiri literary figure, was a beloved author, and I had the privilege of being acquainted with his work. Born on 3rd August 1924, he passed away on 30th October 2014, leaving behind a legacy of literary brilliance. Amin Kamil was not only a recipient of the Sahitya Akademi Award but also […]
Sufi Ghulam Mohammad: From Writer to Renowned Journalist
Sufi Ghulam Mohammad, the esteemed founder-editor of the ‘Srinagar Times,’ was not only a prominent journalist but also an impressive short story writer. Known for his integrity and amiable personality, Sufi embarked on his journalistic career as a reporter for the Congress mouthpiece ‘Khidmat.’ Over time, he served as the president of the Kashmir Press […]
Bansi Nirdosh: A Skilled Painter of ‘Kashmiriyat’
Bansi Nirdosh is a renowned and prolific Kashmiri writer known for his captivating storytelling skills. Born in 1930 in Srinagar (Kashmir), he began his literary career as an editor for the newspaper Naya Zamana. He later worked as a sub-editor for the daily Khidmat and also contributed to Akashwani, writing articles on social issues for […]
Popular Kashmiri Ramayana: ‘Ramavatarcharit’
To be accurate, a notable and substantial tradition of writing narratives based on the life of lord Rama, can be traced in Kashmiri literature as early as the 19th century. Around seven Ramayanas are available: namely Ramavataracharita (1847 AD), Shankar-Ramayana (1870), Vishnupratap-Ramayana (1904–14), Ananda Ramavataracharita (1888), Rammayan-i–Sharma (1919–26), Tarachand Ramayana (1926–27), and Amar–Ramayana (1950). Ramavataracharit, […]
