Dr. Simrit Kahlon The Sopore killings have become quite an enigma; an unfortunate one though, since innocents are losing their lives in the hands of unknown criminals on the rampage. The six persons killed so far are either those working for the government or ex-militants. Both categories have been targets of terrorists in the past also, the killing of government personnel … [Read more...] about Sopore killings: Rule of law must be restored
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Syed Geelani: Committed ideologue or self serving opportunist?
Jasbir Sarai Tehreek-e-Hurriyat chairman Syed Ali Shah Geelani has applied for renewal of his Indian passport. Media reports suggest that he wishes to visit his ailing daughter in Saudi Arabia. The issue of a passport to Syed Geelani or any other separatist leader is a non-event for the Government of India. All the separatist leaders use Indian passports or their many foreign … [Read more...] about Syed Geelani: Committed ideologue or self serving opportunist?
Restoration of telecom sector in Kashmir: A peoples victory
Jaibans Singh The disgust shown by the people of Kashmir towards the blatant and malevolent terrorist attacks on the telecom sector in Kashmir has had the desired results within the ranks of the divisive forces as well as the government. The credit, in no small measure, also goes to the media that communicated the disgust as well as the immorality of the terrorist acts most … [Read more...] about Restoration of telecom sector in Kashmir: A peoples victory
Terrorist targeting telecom in Kashmir: Where is the government?
Dr. Simrit Kahlon Terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir have hit upon yet another novel method of keeping their agenda alive. In the past ten days or so, they have carried out specific targeting of the telecom set up in Kashmir to the extent of literally paralysing the industry. A recent attack on Monday, Jun, 01 was carried out in the heart of Srinagar and that too on a BSNL tower … [Read more...] about Terrorist targeting telecom in Kashmir: Where is the government?
Resolute action can usher peace in Jammu and Kashmir
Jasmine Brar In Kashmir, the more things are expected to change the more they remain the same. Chief Minister Mufti Mohammad Sayeed came into office with a firm resolve and considerable energy to change the political status quo that has marred peace and progress in the valley. Little did he realise that those whom he was trying to court are waiting only for such opportunities … [Read more...] about Resolute action can usher peace in Jammu and Kashmir