About 90% of India’s saffron is produced in Kashmir, of which a majority is grown in Pampore, but the small town is under ...

Ramesh Gera, who grows saffron in a 100-square-foot room of his home in Noida, says it requires an investment of around Rs 4 lakh (including Rs 2 lakh for the Kashmiri saffron seeds). “The setup has ...

There’s a crying need to consider the institution of a comprehensive, multi-dimensional approach that incorporates both the ...

Basrakh has a unique position in Kashmiri culture during social gatherings and winter celebrations ... Some families flavour the sugar syrup with cardamom or saffron, which adds a delicate aroma to ...

The Mirwaiz said the majority community wanted Kashmiri Pandits to return to the inclusive society that existed here. PTI Last Updated : 16 February 2025, 14:12 IST ...

Basrakh has a unique position in Kashmiri culture during social gatherings ... Some families flavour the sugar syrup with cardamom or saffron, which adds a delicate aroma to the dessert.

Growing saffron, the world’s most expensive spice ... While aeroponics doesn’t use traditional soil, balancing pH and nutrients is crucial. He shares, “We couldn’t use Kashmiri soil, so we adapted. We ...

How much do we know about Pakistan?” writes columnist Donna Maurillo. “Well, it’s northwest of India and southeast of ...

Despite facing challenges such as the decline in demand and the impact of modern machine-made textiles, Kani Shawl weaving has remained an important part of Kashmiri culture, with skilled artisans ...