AALIMI NATION Magazine Now Available at Gulshan Books, Kashmir’s Leading Bookstore
ANN News Network’s flagship national magazine reaches readers across the Valley.
ANN News Network is pleased to announce that AALIMI NATION Magazine is now officially available at Gulshan Books, one of Kashmir’s most renowned and trusted bookstores.
The arrival of the magazine marks another significant milestone for ANN News Network, as AALIMI NATION continues to expand its reach as the Valley’s first national magazine, dedicated to credible journalism, insightful analysis, and stories that matter.
Readers can now visit Gulshan Books to purchase the latest edition and explore exclusive features covering national affairs, international developments, public policy, culture, business, and current issues from a balanced and informative perspective.
Published under the banner of ANN News Network, AALIMI NATION reflects the organization’s commitment to promoting responsible journalism and providing readers with high quality editorial content.
The magazine is now available in Kashmir, and readers are encouraged to get their copy from Gulshan Books today.
About The Gulshan Books
For decades, Gulshan Books has been a cornerstone in Kashmir’s literary and publishing landscape. Built upon a legacy of publishing that spans generations, the institution has played a pioneering role in preserving, publishing, and promoting the intellectual and cultural heritage of the region.
From rare historical accounts to Kashmiri literary works, from European travel accounts to contemporary scholarship, Gulshan Books has consistently worked to make valuable knowledge accessible to readers, researchers, students, and academic institutions. Through its publishing initiatives, many important texts on Kashmir’s history, culture, religion, literature, art, and society have been preserved and brought to a wider audience.
Over the years, Gulshan Books has earned recognition for identifying, reprinting, and distributing rare and out-of- print works that might otherwise have remained inaccessible. Its publications have helped introduce generations of readers to the writings of distinguished historians, travelers, scholars, poets and literary figures whose contributions continue to enrich the understanding of Kashmir and the wider Himalayan region.
Located in the heart of Srinagar on Residency Road, Gulshan Books has grown beyond the traditional role of a bookstore. It serves as a vibrant cultural and intellectual space where literature, scholarship,and public dialogue converge.Through booklaunches, literary gatherings, academic discussions, and cultural events, it has fostered meaningful engagement between authors, readers, researchers, and the wider community.
The institution’s commitment to innovation and literary excellence has received national recognition. In 2018, Gulshan Books entered the Limca Book of Records for establishing the unique “Only Bookshop-Library on a Lake” on the iconic Dal Lake,an achievementthat reflects its dedication to creating distinctive spaces for reading and learning. Its remarkable collection and contribution to literary culture have earned widespread appreciation from readers and scholars alike.
Further strengthening its reputation as a leading literary destination, Gulshan Books has been recognized among India’s most iconic independent bookstores and continues to be celebrated for its contribution to preserving knowledge, promoting scholarship, and nurturing a vibrant reading culture. The institution was also honoured as Best Bookstore ofthe Year 2021,a recognition ofits outstanding service to readers and its enduring commitment to books and publishing.
Today, Gulshan Books stands as one of India’s most respected bookstores and publishing houses, offering an extensive collection of books across diverse disciplines while continuing to publish works of lasting academic and cultural significance. Guided by the vision of its founders and strengthened by decades of experience, Gulshan Books remains dedicated to preserving literary heritage, supporting research, and inspiring future generations of readers. As it looks toward the future, Gulshan Books continues its mission of connecting people with knowledge,celebrating the written word, and serving as a beacon of learning, culture, and intellectual exchange in Kashmir and beyond.
Sheikh Ajaz Ahmad Chairman Gulshan Books Kashmir
