Kashmir’s beautiful Waqt-e-Sahar tradition continues as dhol beats wake people for Sehri

Kashmir, March 9,2026-As the holy month of Ramadan continues, the Kashmir Valley once again witnesses the revival of one of its most cherished traditions—Waqt-e-Sahar. In the quiet hours before dawn, the rhythmic beat of the dhol echoes through narrow lanes and neighborhoods, gently waking residents for Sehri, the pre-dawn meal before the day’s fast begins. […]
Slender crescent to Herald Ramadan in Kashmir, region prepares for month of faith

Srinagar, February 18,2026 – A slender crescent will soon rise over Kashmir, and with it an entire region will reset its clock, its kitchens, and its spirit in one shared act of faith. The sighting of the Ramadan moon will mark the beginning of the holy month for Muslims across the Valley, ushering in days […]