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Kashmir Saffron

Source: NIESubject: Miscellaneous Context: The ongoing crisis in West Asia and a sharp 140-ton decline in Iran's saffron production have triggered a massive global demand surge for premium Kashmiri saffron. Kashmir Saffron About Kashmir Saffron: What It Is? Kashmir saffron, historically known as bahukam in ancient Sanskrit literature and affectionately called Red Gold, is a …

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The Indian Crested Porcupine

Source: TOI Subject: Species in News Context: Kashmir’s red gold (Saffron) is under severe threat as the Indian crested porcupine has begun devouring saffron corms (underground bulbs) in the Pampore highlands. About The Indian Crested Porcupine: What It Is? The Indian crested porcupine (Hystrix indica) is a large, nocturnal rodent belonging to the Old World …

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