Mehtab Karan Singh Pakistan has its own set of challenges to face, lax law and order, self created militants who have now become literal warlords, extreme poverty, failed politics and virtual rule by the Army etc. Amidst all of this the country somehow remains steadfast in its determination to gobble up the territories of Gilgit-Baltistan. The federal government has exercised … [Read more...] about Gilgit-Baltistan: Under siege by the Government of Pakistan
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“This far and no more” message for misguided youth of Kashmir
Dr. Simrit Kahlon The recent two day visit of Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh to Jammu and Kashmir has been significant. Ostensibly, the objective was to assess the security situation post the unilateral suspension of operations in the holy month of Ramadan, taken by the centre at the behest of Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti. The Home Minister had a packed schedule that … [Read more...] about “This far and no more” message for misguided youth of Kashmir
Policy of appeasement can backfire: Government needs to remain vigilant
Jaibans Singh Home Minister Rajnath Singh visited Kashmir on June, 7, with the stated objective of reviewing the situation in the wake of the unilateral suspension of operations implemented by the government during the holy month of Ramadan. “Even as we see the ceasefire bringing great relief to the people of J&K, militants seem to be continuing their violent activities … [Read more...] about Policy of appeasement can backfire: Government needs to remain vigilant
Mothers influence will discourage youth from pursuing the path of terrorism
Farooq Wani The unilateral suspension of operations during the holy month of Ramadan in Jammu and Kashmir has entered its third week now. Reports suggest that stone pelting and recruitment of youth into the fold of militancy has witnessed a downward trend. The slightly positive response of the separatists to the governments offer for talks has added positivity to the … [Read more...] about Mothers influence will discourage youth from pursuing the path of terrorism
Jammu and Kashmir: Will Peace through dialogue see the light of day?
Jaibans Singh The Union Government has taken a major step to re-energise a dialogue process in Jammu and Kashmir by making an attempt to reach out to the separatists. "I have already said that we are ready for dialogue with all stakeholders in Kashmir. If Hurriyat comes forward for talks, we don't mind talking to them…..," said Home Minister Rajnath Singh in an interview … [Read more...] about Jammu and Kashmir: Will Peace through dialogue see the light of day?