In a recent episode of @yatrauncutwithiffyexplorer, Niharika delves into the rich and complex history of Jammu and Kashmir through a captivating conversation with Major General Goverdhan Singh Jamwal, AVSM MLC (Retd.). This podcast is a treasure trove of historical insights and personal anecdotes from a decorated military veteran whose career has been both illustrious and … Read more
Scripts are fascinating, as they are systems of written symbols representing spoken language sounds. When we came across an account on Quora describing the relationship between Gurmukhi, Takri, Lande, and Dogra Akkhar, we knew we had to share it with you. Here is what Kanwalpal Singh Flora writes about the relationship between Gurmukhi, Takri, Lande, … Read more
Union Home Minister Amit Shah e-inaugurated Maa Sharda Devi Temple at Teetwal on the banks of Kishanganga River near Line of Control in north Kashmir’s Kupwara district. Following are some Interesting things to know about Maa Sharda Devi : 1. Maa Sharda Devi Temple is at Teetwal on the banks of Kishanganga River near Line … Read more
Maharaja Pratap Singh’s era was a period of enlightenment for his subjects, particularly for Kashmiris. He did a lot towards establishing local self governing bodies, democratic processes, educational systems, health care & hygiene and infrastructure development during his rule. Here are some interesting facts to know about Maharaja Pratap Singh, the third Dogra ruler, ruled … Read more
A tourist hot spot, a must visit when in Jammu – The Bahu Fort . Not only do we Dogra’s appreciate the majesty of this vast architectural wonder, but it draws interest from across the world. However, while we all know about the Bahu Fort and most if us have paid a visit at least once, … Read more
The town Basohli (formerly known as Vishwasthali) founded by Raja Bhupat Pal somewhere in 1635 AD, (if we visit to Kahan Singh Billowrias mention it was founded somewhere in seventh century with its capital at Balore and it flourished in sixteenth centaury). It is located on the right bank of River Ravi at an altitude … Read more
Govt. Gandhi Memorial Science College, Jammu an institution that has its roots in the annals of history of Jammu & Kashmir and has evolved and grown ever since, so as to be preserved as a part of our educational and cultural heritage. Here are few interesting things you must know about this iconic college of … Read more
The river Devika is one of the holiest rivers of Duggar formed by rills and other small water channels cascading from springs in Shivgarh range about a hundred kilometer north of Jammu city. Just above Sudhmahadev, at about 1600 meter altitude which is vast mountain shelf, Devika takes its final shape. Large number of tirthas … Read more
According to the records of rights (Misli Haqaqit) maintained by the State Revenue Department, the name of district Doda, like other districts has derived its name from its district headquarters situated at Doda. The records reveal that one of the ancient Rajas of Kishtwar whose dominion extended beyond Doda persuaded one utensil maker namely deed a migrant … Read more
Maharaja Gulab Singh, the founder of the J&K state was a general in Maharaja Ranjit Singh’s Khalsa army. During the expedition of Multan one of Maharaja Ranjit Singh’s commanders approached the fort single handedly to explode its wall, but got unfortunately killed. The dead body of the commander was likely to fall in the hands … Read more
Once known for its Baolis, natural springs, Udhampur is fast losing the once-indispensible source of fresh water. Mohan Lal, 73, of Suki Karlai, Udhampur, says that there were over 500 natural springs during his childhood. Sadly the number has reduced to just above 100. Lack of upkeep is deemed to be the principal cause of … Read more
There is nothing new in the world except the history you do not know. A Quora user asked: What is the history of Dogras? There were 3 of people who responded, but there was one answer in particular, which stood out from the rest. The reason? This response seems to be more of fact. Here it goes: Dogras … Read more
Jammu division is a place of temples, Kameshwar Temple located in Akhnoor is believed to be about 5500 year old and belongs to the era of the Pandavas. There is a very fascinating story associated to this temple which is thronged by people especially on the VishvaKarma Day. The “ Pindis” present in the Temple date back … Read more
Bhaderwah is a region of fairs and festivals in Jammu . Its fairs and festivals have profoundly enriched the culture of the people. Mela Patt is a famous festival of Bhaderwah. During these days people, irrespective of caste, creed participate in it in large numbers.
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Mela Patt is an annual fair which is celebrated in memory of memorable meeting of King Akbar with Raja Nagpal of Bhadarwah.
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Today, on occasion of his death anniversary, the state remembers Maharaja Ranbir Singh, a visionary leader, a warrior, a humanitarian and a scholar. In his lifetime, the Maharaja achieved various feats and initiated various reforms; one of which is the lifeline of Jammu— the Ranbir Canal. Before the construction of Ranbir Canal (before 1903 AD), irrigation … Read more
We can’t imaging our lives without mobile phone these days. But mobile phone became a part our lives in J&K very late. Nobody had mobile phones in the state before 2003. During such times, it was the then Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, who gave green signal to mobile phone services in the state. Once … Read more
An exhibition of rare Quranic manuscripts, elegant calligraphic works and art masterpieces is drawing hordes of people here and behind all of it is a Hindu dogra family from Jammu . Suresh Abrol from Jammu, the man who has painstakingly preserved these valuable manuscripts, says these are part of his grandfather Lala Rekhi Ram Abrol’s … Read more
River Tawi is the lifeline of Jammu. Jammu city developed around her banks. It is the same Tawi, which gave Jammu railway station its name- Jammu Tawi. Here is a folk story about the origin of the Surya Putri Tawi: Surya Putri Tawi or Tawishi, as called in Puranas, later came to be known as … Read more
Akhnoor, a small town, just 28 kms away from Jammu has a rich history and a number of places to visit. Here are a few facts about Akhnoor which need to be shared with the world so that the place gets its much deserving place in the tourism circuit of J&K: The earliest mention of … Read more
Written By Anmol Gupta It is well documented that after the death of Maharaja Ranjit Singh and the defeat of the Sikhs in the Anglo Sikh Wars, the territory under the Sikhs was redistributed by the British. As part of the redistribution, the British appointed Gulab Singh of Jammu as the ruler of the state … Read more