Tensions between India and Pakistan have escalated sharply following a deadly militant attack in Indian-administered Kashmir. On April 22, 2025, gunmen attacked a group of tourists in the Baisaran Valley near Pahalgam, resulting in 26 fatalities—including 25 Indian nationals and one Nepali tourist—and injuring 17 others. The militant group "Kashmir Resistance," reportedly linked to Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba and Hizbul Mujahideen, claimed responsibility for the assault . India's Response In the aftermath, India has taken several punitive measures against Pakistan: Diplomatic Downgrade: India expelled Pakistani defense advisors and reduced its embassy staff in Islamabad . Visa Revocations: All Pakistani visas were revoked, and Pakistani nationals in India were ordered to leave within 48 hours . Border and Transport Closures. Indus Waters Treaty Suspension: .Pakistan's ReactionIn retaliation to India's actions, Pakistan has: Airspace Closure: . Trad...
The Kirat Civilization: The Legacy The primeval ancestors of the Kirat civilization The Kirat Rai people have considered Tuwa Chung Hill in Khotang district as the place where their ancient civilization began. Kirati women, known as Tayama and Khiyaama (names differing by language), are believed to have woven fabric for the first time on the weaving stone located there. The Mundum (oral scripture of the Kirat people) discovered so far also hints at this belief. Contents: 1 The primeval ancestors of the Kirat civilization Tayama Khiyama 2 Raichhakule The primeval ancestors of the Kirat civilization Tayama Khiyama Tayama (elder sister) , Khiyama (younger sister) and Raichhakule (Tayama and Khiyama’s younger brother) are supposed to be the primeval ancestors of the Kirat civilization. The sisters are believed to have lived in Tuwachung whereas the brother in the cave...