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| Cold without Snow: Kashmir faces a new winter reality | | | | Mohammad Hanief
Winter has always been the defining season of the Kashmir Valley. For centuries, heavy snowfall, prolonged cold and frozen landscapes shaped the rhythm of life, influencing agriculture, water availability, tourism and daily routines. Snow-laden winters were not only visually iconic but ecologically essential, replenishing rivers, nourishing orchards and sustaining fragile mountain ecosystems. In recent years, however, the character of winter in Kashmir has undergone a visible transformation. The current season reflects a growing pattern of climatic instability, where intense cold exists alongside dryness, reduced snowfall and unpredictable weather behavior.
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| | | | The World Book Fair in the Age of Social Media | | | | Dr Vijay Garg
In today’s digital era, social media has transformed the way book fairs are experienced, promoted, and remembered. What was once limited to physical stalls and local visitors has now expanded into a global cultural event through platforms like Instagram, X (Twitter), Facebook, and YouTube. The relationship between book fairs and social media has given a new life to reading culture, especially among young people.
Expanding Reach Beyond Physical Boundaries
Social media allows book fairs to reach audiences far beyond the venue. Live updates, reels, photos, and livestreamed author sessions enable people who cannot attend in person to still be part of the event. A book laun | |
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