Capt. Anil Gour The state of Jammu and Kashmir is grappling with the untimely demise of one of its tallest leaders of all times, Mufti Mohammad Sayeed. There are volumes being written about the man that he was. He is being hailed as experienced leader who gave prime importance only to the good of the state and its people, a patriot and nationalist to the core, he was known … [Read more...] about PDP-BJP coalition: Mufti Sahab’s legacy must survive at all cost
Mufti Mohammad Sayeed
Realising Mufti’s dream of a peaceful and developed J&K
Dr. Simrit Kahlon The Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, Mufti Mohammad Sayeed, is no more. This columnist has never met him but has been writing about his policies and politics for quite some time. May he rest in peace and the almighty bestow upon his family the strength to bear this irreparable loss. Mufti had, to his credit, a long and chequered career in politics. He … [Read more...] about Realising Mufti’s dream of a peaceful and developed J&K
Jammu and Kashmir is on the roll, momentum must be maintained
Dr. Simrit Kahlon Prime Minister Narendra Modi went to Kashmir on 07 November 2015 and addressed a rally in Srinagar. This was his fourth visit to the state since he became Prime Minister; he has probably not gone to his constituency in Varanasi so many times. This is a clear indication of the priority that the state of Jammu and Kashmir holds for him. During the rally he … [Read more...] about Jammu and Kashmir is on the roll, momentum must be maintained
Sopore killings: Rule of law must be restored
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
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?
AIIMS should integrate not divide Jammu and Kashmir
Mehtab Karan Singh The issue of location of AIIMS in the state of Jammu and Kashmir is attaining a critical dimension. The statement by Chief Minster Mufti Mohammad Sayeed indicating that the prestigious institution would be located in Kashmir and not Jammu has led to a spate of agitations in the Jammu region. The trust deficit of the Jammu region with the coalition … [Read more...] about AIIMS should integrate not divide Jammu and Kashmir
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
Remain aware and upfront about terrorist intentions in J&K
Jaibans Singh Terrorists in Kashmir took their bloody toll yet again with the brutal killing of two personnel of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) on Monday, 11 May. Chef Minister Mufti Mohammad Sayeed must be ruing the day when he, rather prematurely, offered a hand of friendship to separatist, divisive and terrorist forces. His attempt towards generating goodwill has … [Read more...] about Remain aware and upfront about terrorist intentions in J&K
Kashmir: Contours of the Masarat fiasco and the way ahead
Jasbir Sarai The happenings in Kashmir over the last few days have, once again, ignited apprehensions about the status of the much touted “Normality” in the state. The haste with which the new Chief Minister, Mufti Mohammad Sayeed, went about implementing his political agenda has led to a volatile situation in the valley. The fateful rally where separatist Syed Geelani and … [Read more...] about Kashmir: Contours of the Masarat fiasco and the way ahead