Jaibans Singh Satya Pal Malik is firmly ensconced on the gubernatorial chair in Jammu and Kashmir! One is in a quandary whether to congratulate him or extend to him good luck for the times ahead. Being appointed Governor is normally a retirement award for good work done. In the case of Malik it is probably the most challenging responsibility that he has taken on in his … [Read more...] about All eyes are on Governor Satya Pal Malik
Article 35A: Myths versus Reality
Jaibans Singh Jammu and Kashmir witnessed considerable political activity in the wake of the scheduled hearing of petitions challenging the constitutional validity of Article 35A by a three member bench of the Supreme Court on August, 06. The separatists called for mass agitations and hinted at bloodshed in case the constitutional provision was tampered with. The Kashmir based … [Read more...] about Article 35A: Myths versus Reality
A peaceful, progressive J&K would be best tribute for Atal Bihari Vajpayee
Jaibans Singh Atal Bihari Vajpayee, the great son of India, inveterate nationalist, acclaimed statesman, seasoned politician, hard core optimist, compulsive unifier and great visionary has embarked on his last journey. The grief is universal and eulogies are pouring in from across the world. His selfless service to his country, his contribution of towards the world affairs … [Read more...] about A peaceful, progressive J&K would be best tribute for Atal Bihari Vajpayee
Article 35 A: Let the Supreme Court adjudicate
Jaibans Singh A three Judge bench of the Supreme Court is slated to hear a petition on the legal validity of Article 35A of the Constitution on August, 6. This would be part of an ongoing hearing of four petitions on the constitutional status of the article that have been clubbed together. During this hearing, the plea for institution of a five Judge Constitution Bench for the … [Read more...] about Article 35 A: Let the Supreme Court adjudicate
Imran Khan’s Kashmir policy
Jaibans Singh Imran Khan, in all probability will be the next prime minister of Pakistan; the goal, though not realised as yet, looks to be a distinct possibility. It has taken him 22 years to fulfill this dream. While lauding his perseverance, one is inclined to feel that for him the nightmare has just begun. He has proverbially “sold his soul to the devil,” which, in this … [Read more...] about Imran Khan’s Kashmir policy