Lockdown poems

Dr Sanjeev Chopra Authors of most books published in the last two years – and I know this from reading the Prologue/Preface/Acknowledgments in books nominated for the Valley of Words Book Awards – have given…

A cultural milestone

Sanjay Pandita Name of Book: Sountuk Partav Author : Ganga Dhar Dehati Ganga Dhar Dehati’s Sontuk Partav is a towering achievement in Kashmiri and Urdu literature, a poetic odyssey that traverses the landscapes of emotions,…

An appreciation of Dogra female protagonists

Rajeev Kumar Nagotra Name of Book: Mountain Goddeses Gender dynamics consume considerable energy and attention of teenagers. When left unattended and unaddressed, the harmonal changes occurring in their bodies may potentially cause psychological turbulence and…

‘SHIV STOTRAM’ in Dogri

Sunny Dua Ravana’s iconic Shiv Tandav Stotram, a Sanskrit hymn dedicated to Lord Shiva, holds a revered place in Indian spiritual heritage. Recognizing the need to make this profound composition accessible to a wider audience,…

A Weaver of Humanity and Resilience

Ashok Ogra Storytelling serves as a mirror, reflecting the universal meanings hidden within personal experiences. The best stories often come from real life, carrying emotional depth and resonating with honesty and relatability. Noted educationist, poet,…