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
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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
Through the Eyes of a Common Man
Farooq Wani I am Abdul Kabir, resident of the Kashmir Valley by birth! I have spent my entire life in the valley with no opportunity to visit outside the state. When I was a child I saw my native place getting engulfed in militancy due to a misguided nation of ‘freedom.’ Slowly, it became a wildfire and I saw my beautiful homeland getting burnt, traumatised and butchered in … [Read more...] about Through the Eyes of a Common Man
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