Jasbir Sarai History is being created in the state of Jammu and Kashmir! The entire nation is abuzz with talk of the extraordinarily high voter turnout in the first phase of the assembly elections in the state. The world is looking closely at the changing dynamics of this sensitive region. An improvement in the voter turnout of the Jammu region was expected; what is surprising … [Read more...] about Democracy has triumphed in Jammu and Kashmir
Self interest drives the propagandist campaign against AFSPA
Ranjan Chauhan Elections in Jammu and Kashmir cannot be complete without some negative references to the Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA). Its revocation is a part of the election manifesto of some local political parties while separatists use the act as a tool for strengthening their call for a boycott of the polls. Surprisingly, nobody comes up with a workable plan as … [Read more...] about Self interest drives the propagandist campaign against AFSPA
Wagah blast: fault lines in Pakistan’s anti-terror policy exposed
Ranjan Chauhan The terror strike at the Wagah border has caused the death and maiming of many innocent civilians, including women and children. It is a heart wrenching tragedy. Even as Pakistan tries to come to grips with the situation there are many, more within Pakistan than outside, who are convinced that this was a tragedy waiting to happen! Many terrorist organisations … [Read more...] about Wagah blast: fault lines in Pakistan’s anti-terror policy exposed
Challenge the ogre of religious fundamentalism
Ranjan Chauhan Prime Minister Narendra Modi has marked the festival of Diwali with a visit to Kashmir and the Siachen Glacier. In Srinagar, he expressed solidarity with the people who are trying to recover from the ravages of floods. While announcing an additional relief package of Rs 745 crore, he assured all possible assistance from the centre to the people to help them … [Read more...] about Challenge the ogre of religious fundamentalism
Allahabad University seminar highlights dynamics of perceptions in Kashmir
Ranjan Chauhan The Department of Defence and Strategic Studies, Allahabad University, held a national seminar with the theme "Challenges to India's peace and security from its neighbours" on October, 8 and 9. The seminar was inaugurated by former foreign secretary Lalit Mansingh. A large number of academicians addressed the seminar; think tanks like the Centre for Air Power … [Read more...] about Allahabad University seminar highlights dynamics of perceptions in Kashmir