Dr. Simrit Kahlon The second anniversary of change in constitutional status of Jammu and Kashmir has passed off peacefully in the Union Territory (UT) and especially in the Kashmir valley. When the legislation was passed in the Parliament on 5 August 2019, many with a vested interest in maintaining the status quo had predicted widespread protest against the said … [Read more...] about J&K: Experiencing democracy, development, good governance & empowerment
J&K: Constitutional changes were for the better
Jaibans Singh On 05 August, 2019, the Parliament of India through a valid constitutional process abrogated the draconian Article 370 and Article 35A of the Constitution that had, since independence, created roadblocks in the seamless integration of the state of Jammu and Kashmir with the rest of India. Alongside, the parliament also bifurcated the state into two Union … [Read more...] about J&K: Constitutional changes were for the better
Kargil War: Victory of righteousness over deceit
Jaibans Singh Kargil Vijay Divas celebrations have commenced across the country; these events are held by Indian Army and civilians to commemorate the great Indian victory in the Kargil heights against an enemy who coveted to seize them duplicitously. The Indian Army began operations on 3 May 1999 and in less than three months, removed the Pakistani troops from the positions … [Read more...] about Kargil War: Victory of righteousness over deceit
Ladakh: Reporting/analysis of operational situation should be mature and balanced
Jaibans Singh India is grappling with serious confrontation all along its borders with belligerent neighbours - mainly Pakistan and China. Eastern Ladakh witnessed a serious face-off between Indian and Chinese troops in 2020. The Indian Army acquitted itself with distinction while defending the territorial integrity of the Nation. As a result, India emerged as a victor by … [Read more...] about Ladakh: Reporting/analysis of operational situation should be mature and balanced
Northern Command: The people’s army in Jammu and Kashmir
Dr. Simrit Kahlon As the ceasefire holds along the line of control, the Northern Command of the Indian Army has initiated a number of welfare initiatives for the people of the border areas, especially those living ahead of the Line of Control (LOC) fencing. In recent days, a special training drive to prepare youth of the area for recruitment in the army has been launched by … [Read more...] about Northern Command: The people’s army in Jammu and Kashmir