The family run so-called mainstream parties of the erstwhile state of Jammu and Kashmir, mainly the National Conference (NC) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), ruled the state (in turns) for decades on end by propagating euphoric dreams. The NC spoke incessantly about “autonomy” while the PDP forcefully spoke of “self rule.” Both concepts did […]
The blackest chapter in the history of Jammu and Kashmir
The time span from 22 October to 26 October, 1947 is remembered as the blackest chapter in the history of the erstwhile state of Jammu and Kashmir that now stands re-designated as the Union Territory of Jammu Kashmir and the Union Territory of Ladakh. This period marks the illegal invasion of the state by Pakistan […]
Police and Paramilitary in J&K hold significant operational responsibility
More than two decades back, in 1999, operational responsibility for Srinagar city and adjoining urban areas was vested upon JK Police and paramilitary forces, mainly the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF). The Indian Army remained responsible for the Line of Control and the hinterland, particularly the remote higher reaches where the terrorists kept their bases. […]
FATF can maintain its credibility only by blacklisting Pakistan
Pakistan’s Prime Minister Imran Khan has, in the last few days, become quite vocal in airing his deep concerns about the possible blacklisting of the country by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) in its plenary meeting scheduled for 21-23 October, 2020. “If Pakistan is put on FATF’s blacklist, then like Iran, deals will end. […]
Imran Khan: Riding the Chinese bandwagon to suck India into a two front war
Pakistan has maintained a diplomatic silence with respect to the tension between India and China along the Line of Actual Control (LAC). However, behind the curtain, it is quite pleased with the course of events and is egging China along while maintaining a poker face. The mask, however, comes down on the numerous occasions when […]