Category: EDITORIAL

EDITORIAL

The Demographic Concerns of Jammu: Unveiling Hidden Agendas

The settlement of illegal immigrants in Jammu, if left unchecked, could dilute the cultural and political dominance of the local population. This shift could have far-reaching implications By Ramneek Manhas The recent statements by former Chief Minister and National Conference President Dr Farooq Abdullah, advocating for the provision of electricity and water to Rohingya and […]

BJP’s Growing Presence in Kashmir Poses Future Challenges for regional Parties

Jammu and Kashmir which has 90 assembly seats, recorded over 69.65% polling. BJP’s vote share was the highest at 25.64%, followed by National Conference, whose vote share was 23.43%. Congress vote share was 11.97%, while PDP’s vote share was 8.87%. This shift has taken place in the context of the Modi government’s 2019 decision to […]

The Rise of FNBG: An Astute Shift in Opposition Strategy Against Modi

The emergence of the False Narrative Builder Gang (FNBG) marks a significant strategic shift in the opposition’s approach towards countering Narendra Modi and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). BY RAMNEEK MANHAS Since assuming office as Prime Minister of India in 2014, Narendra Modi has been a dynamic figure in Indian politics. With his leadership style, […]

Ayodhya Ram Temple: Triumph of Faith, Struggle and Sacrifice.

On August 5, 2020, when Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone of the Ram temple in Ayodhya; it was the culmination of a long journey that began three decades ago. Being the organiser of Lal Krishna Advani’s nationwide Rath Yatra launched on September 25, 1990, Narendra Modi emerged as a crucial figure in […]

G20 Summit in Kashmir: India’s Diplomatic Coup and Global Recognition

Despite objections from Pakistan and unwarranted interference from Special Rapporteur on Minority Issues at the United Nations, India demonstrated its strength and commitment to global cooperation by hosting the summit in the picturesque region of Jammu and Kashmir. By Ramneek Manhas The recently concluded G20 Tourism Working Group meeting in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, has […]

How fair is it to portray Atiq merely as a ‘former MP’?

They are consciously attempting to erase his existence as the dreaded mafia, and portray him as a ‘former Indian politician’ instead of a ‘Mafia don turned politician’. By Ramneek Manhas Days after the murder of gangster-turned-politician Atiq Ahmed and his brother Ashraf, strong and biased reactions are being seen not only from the ‘secular’ journalists […]

Anti-Encroachment Drive in Jammu and Kashmir- A Perspective

The ongoing anti-encroachment drive in Jammu and Kashmir has invited strong reactions not only from the mainstream parties but also from separatists and militants. The administration is being blamed for a lack of transparency, not serving prior notices, communal considerations and an anti-people attitude. A narrative is being created by the eco-system to cause panic, […]

Azad’s Exit & Its Ramifications

Azad is one of few leaders in Congress who has worked from Indira Gandhi to Sanjay to Rajiv Gandhi to Sonia, He has worked and merged easily into their working style. But the one person he was never comfortable with, was Rahul Gandhi. BY RAMNEEK MANHAS The period of instability continues in the Congress. The party […]