Jaibans Singh The Indian media has been carrying reports about the Union Government considering a phased withdrawal of the Indian Army from the hinterland of the Kashmir Valley. These reports are based on a series of articles and editorials that The Indian Express has carried on the subject. The base for this news in The Indian Express has been formed by an article … [Read more...] about Downsizing Army deployment in J&K: Caution and deliberation is necessary
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Women are the pillars of strength in Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh
Simrit Kahlon International Women's Day is celebrated annually on 8 March to commemorate the cultural, political, and socio-economic achievements of women around the world. It is also a focal point in the women's rights movement, bringing attention to issues such as gender equality, reproductive rights, violence and abuse against women. The Srinagar based Chinar Corps … [Read more...] about Women are the pillars of strength in Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh
Naushera Day: In remembrance of heroes who wrested victory under herculean odds
Jaibans Singh Every year, on 06 February, the Indian Army celebrates "Naushera Day' to mark the defence of Naushera in the Indo-Pakistan War 1947-48 and the martyrdom of Naik Jadunath Singh and others. This year too, in accordance with established traditions, Naushera Day was commemorated at Naik Jadunath War Memorial, Naushera, District Rajouri on 06 February 2022 with … [Read more...] about Naushera Day: In remembrance of heroes who wrested victory under herculean odds
J&K: Winters witness quiet, unobtrusive assistance to locals by the Indian Army
Hardeep Bedi Every winter in Kashmir brings with it a new story. It is so because snowfall in the region tends to be heavy and damaging. The might of nature is normally felt in January and February, sometimes it rolls on into March also. This year the most poignant story came on January, 8; it revolved around the image of a soldier on guard standing in knee deep snow … [Read more...] about J&K: Winters witness quiet, unobtrusive assistance to locals by the Indian Army
Upholding Human rights in Jammu and Kashmir
Jasbir Sarai On December 10, the world celebrates Human Rights (HR) Day. This date coincides with the adoption and proclamation of the universal declaration of human rights by the United Nations General Assembly in 1948. For many years, in Kashmir, the day has been marked by protests. On this day, the Hurriyat Conference, a minuscule separatist segment in the Kashmiri … [Read more...] about Upholding Human rights in Jammu and Kashmir
J&K: Courageous youth are ushering a new era of prosperity
Jasbir Sarai The people of Kashmir, over the last three decades, have contested foreign sponsored terrorism with utmost resilience and heroism. Recently, with a limited and parochial objective of registering their waning presence, terrorists brutally murdered innocent members of the minority community in Kashmir. Those killed mercilessly included a pharmacist, Makhan Lal … [Read more...] about J&K: Courageous youth are ushering a new era of prosperity
Indian Army’s socio-cultural outreach in J&K
Hardeep Bedi A team of specially abled veteran soldiers, under the banner of CLAW_Global, has recently created a world record by becoming "the largest number of people with disabilities to scale the world's highest battlefield (Siachen Glacier)." CLAW is an international organisation for soldiers disabled during active service. The Indian Army facilitated and trained the … [Read more...] about Indian Army’s socio-cultural outreach in J&K
Northern Command: The people’s army in Jammu and Kashmir
Dr. Simrit Kahlon As the ceasefire holds along the line of control, the Northern Command of the Indian Army has initiated a number of welfare initiatives for the people of the border areas, especially those living ahead of the Line of Control (LOC) fencing. In recent days, a special training drive to prepare youth of the area for recruitment in the army has been launched by … [Read more...] about Northern Command: The people’s army in Jammu and Kashmir
J&K: Higher education, skilling & entrepreneurship will boost employment
Jaibans Singh The Union Territory (UT) of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) has undergone monumental changes, for the better, in the last few years. The security forces set the pace by carrying out relentless counter-terrorist operations against evil forces that were spreading violence and fear in the region. The operations gained success due to full support of the local populace as … [Read more...] about J&K: Higher education, skilling & entrepreneurship will boost employment
The Indian Army serves as harbinger of peace and freedom in Kashmir
Jaibans Singh The Indian Tri-colour will soon fly majestically on a "100 feet high flag post" in Gulmarg, the beautiful skiing destination of Kashmir. This project has been taken on jointly by the Indian Army and a private company, Solar Industries. It was inaugurated, with chanting of prayers by Hindu and Muslim priests, by the General Officer Commanding of the Dagger … [Read more...] about The Indian Army serves as harbinger of peace and freedom in Kashmir