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Army ethics for counter-terrorist operations: Minimum force & good faith

September 22, 2020 by Jasbir Sarai Leave a Comment

Jasbir Sarai It is being alleged that three men from Rajouri, who had gone to work as labourers in Kashmir, have been killed in the course of a counter-terrorist operation in Shopian. The gunfight took place on July, 18 and the men, declared unidentified at that time, have now been identified on the basis of photographs shown to the families. Earlier, the families had … [Read more...] about Army ethics for counter-terrorist operations: Minimum force & good faith

Excerpts of articles show how study/debate on Article 370 and Article 35A progressed over years

August 8, 2019 by Jaibans Singh Leave a Comment

Jaibans Singh The courageous and righteous action taken by Shri Narendra Modi led NDA government by rendering Article 370 and Article 35A redundant and reorganising the state of Jammu and Kashmir has received approbation from across the Nation. Some negative elements say that the matter should have been discussed further. I have remained dedicated to the study of Jammu … [Read more...] about Excerpts of articles show how study/debate on Article 370 and Article 35A progressed over years

Kashmir: Tendency to be swayed by rumours should be curbed

August 2, 2019 by Jaibans Singh Leave a Comment

Jaibans Singh Rumours have a tendency to spread like wildfire in Kashmir, most of these have a negative connotation and are designed to create insecurity among the people. The insecurity soon converts into a panic situation. This malaise has become all the more prominent with the advent of social media where fake and twisted news gains prominence. Such a scenario is … [Read more...] about Kashmir: Tendency to be swayed by rumours should be curbed

OHCHR has no understanding of dynamics of Kashmir issue

July 11, 2019 by Jaibans Singh Leave a Comment

Jaibans Singh The fatuous approach of the United Nation towards understanding the dynamics of the Kashmir issue came to the fore once more in the second report presented by the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) on the situation of Human Rights in Kashmir and Pakistan Occupied Kashmir. The report covers the period from May 2018 to April 2019. On 14 June 2018, … [Read more...] about OHCHR has no understanding of dynamics of Kashmir issue

Jammu and Kashmir: Show the door to the I, me, myself leadership

April 30, 2019 by Jaibans Singh Leave a Comment

Jasbir Sarai Voting for the parliamentary elections has culminated in many segments of Jammu and Kashmir. There is no change in the scenario whatsoever. A select few who call themselves leaders of the masses have participated as candidates as they have in all elections earlier. The only difference is their advancing years which are not inhibiting their thirst for power. They … [Read more...] about Jammu and Kashmir: Show the door to the I, me, myself leadership

Poor political leadership continues to plague J&K

April 19, 2019 by Jaibans Singh Leave a Comment

Jaibans Singh As the people of Jammu and Kashmir get on to vote for their representatives in the Parliament, it becomes relevant here to dwell on the report card of the esteemed Members of Parliament (MPs) of the state elected by the people in the 2014 elections. Many of them have not completed their terms. Tariq Hamid Karra, MP from Srinagar constituency resigned in … [Read more...] about Poor political leadership continues to plague J&K

Jammu and Kashmir: Will Peace through dialogue see the light of day?

June 4, 2018 by Jaibans Singh Leave a Comment

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?

AFSPA enables security: Revocation needs right environment

April 28, 2018 by Jaibans Singh Leave a Comment

Jaibans Singh The decision of the Union Government to withdraw the Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPAS) totally from Meghalaya and from eight out of 16 police stations in Arunachal Pradesh is a welcome move. It indicates firm resolve to build on the constituency of peace that has taken form roots in the region. It is notable that three years earlier Tripura also saw AFSPA … [Read more...] about AFSPA enables security: Revocation needs right environment

Political initiative in Kashmir: Youth as the centre of gravity

April 7, 2018 by Jaibans Singh Leave a Comment

Jaibans Singh The multiple counter terrorist operations in Shopian, Kashmir, which led to the elimination of 13 terrorists, were undeniably a great success for the security forces.  A success of this nature needs to be optimised towards achieving the ultimate objective of completely eradicating the scourge of terrorism and steering the state on to the path of normalcy. A … [Read more...] about Political initiative in Kashmir: Youth as the centre of gravity

Armed Forces Special Powers Act: The myth and the reality

March 24, 2018 by Jaibans Singh Leave a Comment

Jaibans Singh The state of Jammu and Kashmir has been witnessing an enhanced spiral of violence in the last month or so along the Line of Control (LOC) as also in the form of terrorist initiated activity in the hinterland. The security forces are giving an adequate and proactive response to the challenges posed by enemies of the nation operating against this frontier state. … [Read more...] about Armed Forces Special Powers Act: The myth and the reality

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