Books written by M K Raina.
Monthly E-Journal of Project Zaan, dedicated to Kashmiri Language & Culture.
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Kashmiri Riddles – Series
Kashmiri Allusions (Talmih) – Series
Birth & Journey of Katha Sarit Sagar
Katha Sarit Sagar is a famous 11th century compendium of Indian Legends, Fairy tales & Folk tales written by Somadeva.
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Continue reading “How to Read & Write Kashmiri in Nastaliq Script”
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In retrospect, I think Mumbai was destined to become my ‘Karam Bhoomi’. Immediately after our exodus from ‘Janam Bhoomi’ Kashmir, I had visited Mumbai for a brief period in 1990. Four years later I was back, having spent the intervening years nearer home, in Jammu. This time I had come bag and baggage, with family, for good.
In retrospect, I think Mumbai was destined to become my ‘Karam Bhoomi’. Immediately after our exodus from ‘Janam Bhoomi’ Kashmir.
Continue reading “Reminiscing The Bond With Kashmiri Pandits’ Association Mumbai & Milchar”
Poetry of Arinimal
Poetry of Arinimal – Compiled by M.K. Raina.
Arinimaal, the poetess wife of Bhawanidas Kachroo, a Persian poet himself, was born, as we understand from the available literature, sometime in 18th century. It is said that like Lalla Ded and Habba Khatoon, her family life was unhappy, which was the main source of inspiration for her poignant poetry. Ultimately Bhawanidas Kachroo deserted her and she lived mostly in her father’s home.
Kashmiri Pandit Surnames with Gotras
Surnames with Gotras of Kashmiri Pandits
