Articles related to "Kashmir"

The Indus Valley is a huge gorge formed from the Indus River that runs from the Himalayas to the Arabian Sea.

Tensions have risen again in both Indian and Pakistan administrated Kashmir after Indian police shot dead a prominent separatist leader on Monday 11th August.

Tensions between the federal government and Muslim majority in the Kashmir Valley have remained high since the awarding of land to a Hindu pilgrimage group in June.

War ruins paradise, deceit ruins love, and everywhere fallen creatures try to transcend the gravity that holds them to their sins.

A cashmere sweater is a timeless wardrobe staple that, if properly taken care of, will last several decades. Here are some tips on how to keep it looking as good as new.

Paramahansa Yogananda's poem, "Life's Dream," celebrates Mount Washington as a spiritual oasis in the middle of the large city of Los Angeles.

Curries from India incorporate different ingredients and are not always spicy. Curry lovers can choose lamb, chicken and seafood dishes from Indian menus.

The Kashmir or Cashmere goat and the family of camelids including the Alpaca, Llama, Camel and Vicuna all produce luxury and highly prized fibers used in fabrics and yarn

The holiest month in the Islamic calendar is the month of Ramadan. Your conduct, as a Non-Muslim and Christian, will dictate how you fare.

While many people think diamonds are the most precious gems on Earth, some gemstones have unique characteristics that make them much more valuable overall.

Learning about the characteristics of goats, and their common use, is essential when planning to build a goat herd.

Indian cuisine is well known for its liberal use of garam masala, but those who are not used to fiery curries can find plenty of mild dishes on a menu.

Sub Rosa Saffron vodka has an intense scent and flavor that adds an exotic touch to any cocktail.

Since 1997 the people of Ladakh have been celebrating the Sindhu Darshana festival as a symbol of the multicultural multi-religious identity of India.

10 militants from the Lashkar-e-Taiba launched the largest coordinated terrorist attack in India's history. Its leaders claim it has over 10000 trained operatives.

An official dossier from Pakistan's government singles out the Pakistani militant group Lashkar E-Taiba as responsible for the attacks, with direct links to Al Qaeda.

Although blue is the colour usually associated with sapphires, this gemstone is available in several different colours and a variety of different styles.

Surrounded by the Himalayas and the Karakoram mountain range, Ladakh is India's highest and northernmost part. Here Buddhist gompas are more common than Hindu temples.

The Nov. 26-29th siege of Mumbai exposed the vulnerability of India's national security, and made a mockery of highly-acclaimed counter-terrorism forces.

Getting married or renewing vows? Make it unforgettable with an exotic Indian destination wedding. Imagine the pristine beach in Goa or a fort or castle in Rajastan.

The guitar is jam-packed with musical possibilities. One can play virtually any style of music. Moreover, the guitar can be tuned in many attention-grabbing ways.

A favorite of English and Cottage Gardeners, the garden cranesbill is an excellent choice of flowering perennial for any garden situation. Here's how to care for them.

The Satluj River in Northern India churns with Class III and higher rapids and attracts whitewater enthusiasts from around the world.

According to popular history it was Amir Khusrau who "invented" the sitar. It has been suggested that he may have modified the existing tritantri vina.

India is a shopper's paradise with so many exotic goods on offer. From jewelry to pottery to paintings, there's something to suit all budgets lavish to inexpensive.

On the banks of the Indus River in India's Ladakh lies the village of Alchi, home to one of the oldest monasteries in Ladakh and famous for rare Buddhist murals.

More global conflict situations deteriorated than improved during the last month, according to a new monthly assessment by the International Crisis Group.

Peridot is a clear olive-green gemstone valued for its brilliant color and durability. The gem is said to heal the heart, lend strength and help dreams come true.

Brick Lane was a regular stopover for immigrants working in the docks and shipping from east Bengal, and this paved the way for today's curry outlets on 'The Lane'.

If you managed to ride your Enfield from Manali to Leh people may claim that the road from Leh to Srinagar is better. Don't believe them.

Saffron spice is produced from the stigma of the crocus saffron flower. The word saffron is derived from the Arab word zafaran, meaning yellow, while crocus is the Greek

A Dubai shopping centre where traditional Middle Eastern products, modern fashions, restaurants, cafés and bars are available in an unusual, attractive Arabian setting.

The life and reign of the third emperor of the Tang Dynasty - and the consort who was to become China's only female emperor.

There are several ways to fuse rock and classical music. But does the London Philharmonic Orchestra's cover of rock music really count as fusion?

Rose-colored flower heads start out as a mass of dark pink buds which open to release the scent of Cashmere Bouquet soap.

Planning what to see on a trip to India can be a daunting experience especially when you have to choose between the south, north, the east or the west.

When James Maskalyk, a young Canadian doctor, worked as an emergency physician in Sudan, he wrote a blog to communicate with the world. The blog then became a book.

Visiting musicologist Paul Landkamer drops in with his thoughts on Skillet's "Comatose" and a group he has recently discovered, Pristina.

The Red Fort of Agra is a showpiece of Mughal architecture, bearing the mark of successive emperors, from Akbar the Great to Jahangir and Shah Jahan.

On an isthmus reaching into the Irish sea and set between the Great and Little Ormes, Llandudno offers a sweeping bay and stunning scenery.

It's taken me a while- but I've finally taste-tested some of the best BBQ sauces, glazes, marinades and rubs to bring you the very best.

Find how to colour and accessorize your house to give it a refreshingly vibrant Indian feel.

East is East (1998) is a channel 4 financed film and is an example of a film which can fit into cinema or TV schedules alike.

A great curry depends on its ingredients, says Rubina Surtie of Prairie Spicy Foods.

Regardless if monsoon or rainy summer day, nothing like sipping a hot cup of chai. Learn how to make Indian masala tea and what spices and ingredients are needed.

Playing the blame game in the wake of terrorist attacks that killed at least 180 people, the Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, made veiled threats towards Pakistan.

Nilgiri tahr (Nilgiritragus hylocrius) is an endangered mountain ungulate found only on the Western Ghats mountain ranges of India and nowhere else in the world.

Since WWII more than 100 types of fighter aircraft have seen service. Most only flew for 10-20 years. However a handful have lasted longer

The late Abbess Jiyu Kennett of the Shasta Abbey Zen Buddhist Monastery made a decision to share some of the deeper teachings of Zen with the lay public.

The blue sapphire is one of the most popular gems worldwide, a favorite of kings and rulers. It was featured in Princess Di's engagement ring and pendant.