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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Self-serving and corrupt practices of Hurriyat leaders exposed
Jasbir Sarai The advent of normality in Jammu and Kashmir, especially in the Kashmir valley, has brought about a marked change in the perception of the youth of the region. They are impatient to set aside the shadow of the gun and concentrate on their professional progression. Unfortunately, inimical forces look upon the youth as a prime constituency for their objective of … [Read more...] about Self-serving and corrupt practices of Hurriyat leaders exposed
Commemorating Indo-Pakistan War 1971: Freedom comes with a price
Jaibans Singh The youth of the country needs to be given a post-independence historical perspective to make them realise that the freedom that they are enjoying came with a price. Sacrifices did not end with the freedom struggle; they extended way beyond to save the territorial integrity, dignity, democratic values and freedom of the great Indian Nation. The new generation … [Read more...] about Commemorating Indo-Pakistan War 1971: Freedom comes with a price
Ceasefire violations: The causes, the implications and options to meet the challenge
Jaibans Singh Ceasefire violations along the line of control (LoC) and the international border (IB) with Pakistan are a cause of concern; they are increasing tensions and blocking forward movement in relations between Indian and Pakistan; they are causing avoidable loss of life and property to the already hard pressed people living in the border areas; most alarming is the … [Read more...] about Ceasefire violations: The causes, the implications and options to meet the challenge
Modi’s Independence Day message to Pakistan
Jaibans Singh India celebrated its 68th Independence Day with traditional fervour. The environment was charged with a spirit of nationalism. The new Prime Minister of the country, Narendra Modi, infused an exceptional sense of patriotism and hope with a speech that was quite different from those that the Nation has got used to hearing on this day. Pakistan also celebrated its … [Read more...] about Modi’s Independence Day message to Pakistan