Simrit Kahlon International Women's Day is celebrated annually on 8 March to commemorate the cultural, political, and socio-economic achievements of women around the world. It is also a focal point in the women's rights movement, bringing attention to issues such as gender equality, reproductive rights, violence and abuse against women. The Srinagar based Chinar Corps … [Read more...] about Women are the pillars of strength in Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh
Kashmir Solidarity Day: Obnoxious propaganda by Pakistan
Dr. Simrit Kahlon Pakistan is observing yet another irrelevant and fatuous “Kashmir Solidarity Day” on February, 05. This is an annual ritual since 1990 whose stated objective is to support the so-called struggle of the people of Jammu and Kashmir towards self-determination of their political status. The actual objective of this evil agenda is downright propaganda. It is … [Read more...] about Kashmir Solidarity Day: Obnoxious propaganda by Pakistan
Pakistan: Ceasefire with TPP will have precarious repercussions
Dr. Simrit Kahlon What goes around; comes around!! This proverb describes, most aptly, the fragile situation presently prevalent in Pakistan. Having given wind to the cult of terrorism, the nation is now paying a terrible cost for its misdeeds. The current prime minister of the country, Imran Khan, was once a poster boy of the militant warlords who held sway over his … [Read more...] about Pakistan: Ceasefire with TPP will have precarious repercussions
Kashmiri leaders need to introspect, apply course correction
Dr. Simrit Kahlon A good political leader always feels the pulse of the people and modifies his policies accordingly; those who fail to move with the times become politically irrelevant. The leaders of the so-called mainstream parties of Kashmir, mainly the National Conference (NC) and the People's Democratic Party (PDP) are, sadly, unable to adjust to the new reality of … [Read more...] about Kashmiri leaders need to introspect, apply course correction
Indian military history should evolve in an objective and contemporary manner
Dr. Simrit Kahlon India looks upon October as a very auspicious month; the festival of Dusshera falls in this month and so does the very significant Muslim festival of Eid. Both festivals epitomise the victory of all that is just and righteous. Dusshera has a military significance since it denotes the victory of the righteous Lord Ram Chandra over Ravana the haughty king of … [Read more...] about Indian military history should evolve in an objective and contemporary manner
India’s role in the global post-conflict vision for Afghanistan
Dr. Simrit Kahlon It is now more than a month since the Taliban seized control of Afghanistan post the withdrawal of the US and NATO forces. The month gone by has witnessed considerable violence in the crisis prone country with a debilitating military operation in its Panjsher Province whose outcome is not very clear. This apart, while the Taliban is wrestling with internal … [Read more...] about India’s role in the global post-conflict vision for Afghanistan
Army’s outreach to contain terrorist recruitment
Dr. Simrit Kahlon In what is heralded as the first outreach of its kind, Lt. General DP Pandey, General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the Srinagar based Chinar Corps of the India Army, “directly and face to face” addressed 83 family members of active terrorists and urged them to guide their wards back into the mainstream of society. The interaction took place at Shopian on 31 … [Read more...] about Army’s outreach to contain terrorist recruitment
Article 370 & Article 35A: Public response to the abrogation
Dr Simrit Kahlon There was a time when many intellectuals and analysts, while articulating Article 370 and Article 35A of the Indian constitution, used to wonder as to how these legislations were helping the people of Jammu and Kashmir? They got their answer in the post August-2019 scenario, wherein, there was no turbulence in the aftermath of abrogation of the legislations … [Read more...] about Article 370 & Article 35A: Public response to the abrogation
J&K : People, Government, Indian Army join hands to overcome the COVID challenge
Dr. Simrit Kahlon The Nation is exhibiting exemplary resilience and courage in the face of the monumental COVID-19 challenge. The spirit of the people gives hope that the hard times will soon pass over and the country will emerge stronger with time. Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) remained relatively less affected, till recent times, when a huge surge in cases has been witnessed. … [Read more...] about J&K : People, Government, Indian Army join hands to overcome the COVID challenge
Ramadan: A month of reflection, spirituality and piety
Dr. Simrit Kahlon Ramzan is a sacred month when Muslims across the world observe fasts and other religious activities. The holy month is called "Ramadan" in Jammu and Kashmir and is observed with great reverence. This year the holy month of Ramadan has commenced on 14 April and will culminate with celebration of Eid-ul-Fitr on 13 March. Ramadan is not only about fasting. … [Read more...] about Ramadan: A month of reflection, spirituality and piety