
Srinagar: In Kashmir, some traditions survive not because they are preserved in museums or written about in history books, but because people continue to practise them every day. Kani Sozni is one such tradition. For generations, Kashmiri artisans have transformed fine Pashmina textiles into intricate works of art, creating flowers, paisleys, geometric patterns and designs … Read more

WashCo Takes Cleaning Services to the Customer’s Doorstep
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New Delhi: Finding time for everyday cleaning and maintenance has become increasingly difficult for many households and vehicle owners. A routine car wash, sofa cleaning or AC servicing can often mean arranging a visit to a service centre, waiting for the job to be completed and, in some cases, dealing with different service providers for … Read more

Start Fount Brings Home Décor, Spiritual Products and Everyday Essentials Under One Online Store
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Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh: Online shopping has gradually become part of everyday household buying, with many consumers now looking for convenience beyond just a single product category. In Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, online retail startup Start Fount, founded by owner Jatin Ahuja, is bringing home décor, spiritual products and everyday household essentials together under one online store. … Read more

The Rakhi I Feared I Would Never Receive Again
By Dr A KumarPublic Health Expert Illness can change the way we understand life and relationships. For Dr A Kumar, the fear of not living to receive another Rakhi from his sister turned a familiar festival into a deeply personal reminder of survival, gratitude, emotional support and the quiet strength of human bonds. There are … Read more

When the Centre Digs Deeper- The MMDR Amendment and the Federalism Question
By Jayajit Dash India’s latest changes to mining law are being presented as an effort to bring greater certainty and investment to the mineral sector. But beneath the discussion about mines, auctions and revenue lies a bigger question: how much financial and decision-making space should States have over the mineral resources found within their own … Read more

From Empty Return Trips to a Growing Logistics Network: The DLCS Logistics Story
Srinagar: In Jammu and Kashmir, transportation plays an important role in connecting local businesses with markets across the country. From fruits and furniture to handicrafts, shawls and other locally produced goods, businesses across the region depend on reliable and affordable transportation. It was while working in the logistics sector that entrepreneur Ahmad Hameem Gadyari identified … Read more