Firdous Hassan

Self-help believer, a gadget lover and nature's admirer.
Presently Senior reporter at The Kashmir Monitor with an experience of nine years in reporting business, crime, defense, politics and environment.Have also contributed to reputed media organizations including First Post, India Spend, Forbes India

Action, drama, thrill : Excitement brews as countdown begins for IFFJK

Srinagar: Excitement is brewing as the countdown begins for the first International Film Festival of Jammu and Kashmir (IFFJK). Scheduled to be held from September 7 to 10, the festival is expected

Sep. 1, 2026

by Firdous Hassan

Bhand Pather:Folk artists struggle to keep art form alive

Palhalan: Drum beats, folk songs and satirical performances that once echoed through this north Kashmir village have fallen silent. Folk artists struggle to keep the centuries-old tradition of Bhand Pather alive. Declining audiences, changing entertainment habits and dwindling livelihood opportunities

Aug. 27, 2026

by Firdous Hassan

Aabha Hanjura, Khan Brothers’ new single breaks internet

Srinagar: The internet has gone gaga over Kashmiri folk singer Aabha Hanjura’s latest single O Ri

‘Mutton crisis’: Valley’s food industry takes a hit

Srinagar: Mutton crisis has hit Kashmir’s food industry, with several restaurants and hotels scaling down non-vegetarian

From shelling hotspot to refreshing getaway, Gurez comes alive to charm tourists

Srinagar, July 9: Once a hidden gem tucked away in the northern reaches of Kashmir, Gurez valley is fast becoming a go-to place for heat-weary Kashmiris. Traditionally, a quiet, scenic retreat known for

Jul. 9, 2025

Kashmir

Climate emergency: Paddy fields dry up fast as irrigation crisis hits Kashmir

Srinagar, July 3: Abdul Gani Bhat, a 56-year-old paddy farmer, stands at the edge of his field with a soiled cap in one hand and a hopeful glance cast at the sky.

Jul. 3, 2025

Kashmir

Agriculture Minister to visit Kashmir

Srinagar, July 1: Union Minister for Agriculture and Rural Development Shivraj Singh Chouhan is visiting Jammu and Kashmir on July 3 to review multiple schemes in the rural development and agriculture sectors.

Jul. 1, 2025

Kashmir·Lead Stories

`Drone kebab’: Kashmiri chef uses Wazwan to pay tributes to Op Sindoor

Srinagar, June 30: A local chef (waza) has stirred both curiosity and criticism online after unveiling unconventional innovations to Wazwan. From `drone kebab’ to `meat corn’, the local chef has introduced some

Jun. 30, 2025

Kashmir

#ReviveKashmirTourism: Influencers step in to offset Pahalgam impact

Srinagar, June 24: A powerful social media movement has been launched by local and non-local influencers to revive Kashmir’s tourism. #ReviveKashmirTourism has been launched to attract tourists and project Kashmir as a safe

Jun. 24, 2025

Kashmir

Pahalgam attack fallout: Investments in Kashmir’s real estate sector dip sharply

Srinagar, June 23: Post Pahalgam attack, Kashmir’s real estate sector has taken a massive hit with investments dropping by 50-60%. Realtors said investor panic could prolong the slump. The Valley had been

Jun. 24, 2025

Kashmir

Iran-Israel war: Jammu basmati exporters hope shipments will not be hit

Srinagar, June 18: Amid growing concerns of economic meltdown following the Iran-Israel war, basmati exporters in Jammu have expressed confidence that the conflict will not disrupt the region’s key agricultural exports to Iran.

Jun. 19, 2025

Kashmir

`Kashmir is safe’: Prominent travel operators join forces to instill confidence among tourists

Srinagar, June 17: Prominent travel operators have intensified efforts to revive tourism in Kashmir post-Pahalgam attack. “Kashmir is safe and offers a secure holiday experience for tourists,” said a delegation of the Indian Association

Jun. 17, 2025

Kashmir

Fearing missile attacks, Kashmiri students seek Ukraine-like evacuation

Srinagar, June 16: With every thud, Nazima crouches under the desk. A Kashmiri MBBS student in Tehran, she recites Quranic verses whenever the sirens blare. This has been a routine for her for

Jun. 16, 2025

Kashmir·Lead Stories

Mid-air attraction: World’s highest railway bridge dazzles fliers

Srinagar, June 11: Routine air travel to Kashmir is turning into a moment of awe, as passengers flying over Jammu and Kashmir are now being treated to a spectacular aerial view of the

Jun. 11, 2025

Kashmir

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Firdous Hassan

Action, drama, thrill : Excitement brews as countdown begins for IFFJK

Bhand Pather:Folk artists struggle to keep art form alive

Aabha Hanjura, Khan Brothers’ new single breaks internet

‘Mutton crisis’: Valley’s food industry takes a hit

From shelling hotspot to refreshing getaway, Gurez comes alive to charm tourists

Climate emergency: Paddy fields dry up fast as irrigation crisis hits Kashmir

Agriculture Minister to visit Kashmir

`Drone kebab’: Kashmiri chef uses Wazwan to pay tributes to Op Sindoor

#ReviveKashmirTourism: Influencers step in to offset Pahalgam impact

Pahalgam attack fallout: Investments in Kashmir’s real estate sector dip sharply

Iran-Israel war: Jammu basmati exporters hope shipments will not be hit

`Kashmir is safe’: Prominent travel operators join forces to instill confidence among tourists

Fearing missile attacks, Kashmiri students seek Ukraine-like evacuation

Mid-air attraction: World’s highest railway bridge dazzles fliers

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