'The Bellboy' author talks about the genesis of his recently published novels, the flaws and virtues of families he likes to explore, religious polarisation and and why he writes only to please the reader in him.

The editor and publisher speaks to The Wire about the anthology 'A Case of Indian Marvels', which brings together short stories by the country’s finest new writers under 40 and younger.

‘Architectural Ornamentation in Shrines & Mosques of Kashmir’ published by Roli Books explores little-known aspects of the region's rich Islamic architecture.

Amidst internet shutdowns and growing curtailment of the freedom of the press, KPC was a genial space where women scribes had the rare chance to network with and learn from seniors in their profession.

Siva Sai Jeevanantham's archival photo project, currently on display in Chennai, captures the "collective violence" unleashed against Kashmiris' "memories, bodies and lands".

The apple traders and growers of Kashmir have written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, appealing him to intervene and save the industry which provides livelihood to lakhs of people.

Two of the policemen convicted for destruction of evidence in the rape and murder case have been granted bail before the end of their five-year sentences.

After the 'encounter' on November 15, the J&K lieutenant governor ordered a probe into the matter after families accused the police of killing innocent civilians.

The renovation of St. Luke's Church in Srinagar's Dalgate area began in April last year and is part of the restoration of historic buildings and conservation of old shrines of all faiths

The 700 year-old legacy of Pashmina, along with the livelihoods of people who keep the cycle of production alive, will be jeopardised if raw Pashmina wool is taken out and processed elsewhere, feel artisans.

The family of 23-year-old Muhammad Amir, killed in the Hyderpora 'encounter' on November 15 along with three others, is still waiting for his dead body which was buried by the police without their knowledge.

“I don’t have enough money to even buy medicine for myself,” taxi driver Riyaz Ahmed said.

The Law Society of England and Wales has written to PM Narendra Modi expressing “grave concern” over the continued detention of Mian Abdul Qayoom.

Most students whose education was directly impacted by the shutdown following the August 5 move will 'learn' of it from the newly revised books.

The SOS message also takes a dig at the government for selling “false dreams” at a time when the local business community is in distress.

Users have mocked the authorities for their unsuccessful attempts to completely block social media.

Shakeel Qalander was a member of several panels and industry bodies in J&K. For the past six months, he is in jail.

Mian Abdul Qayoom's nephew Muzaffar says he has lost 10 kgs in prison.

"I feel content when the patients and their family members thank us and pray for our welfare. That is more rewarding than any award for our work.”