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Arun Joshi At the outset, let me admit that I have always admired Shashi Tharoor for his vast knowledge of global affairs and his articulation in sophisticated language, but his recent comments on the Jammu and Kashmir situation have triggered an animated debate, which needs to be seen in aproper perspective without any bias. During the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs’ visit to the two Union Territories of J&K and Ladakh, he told the media in Jammu that the panelhad come to study the situation vis-à-vis Indo-Pak and Sino-India relations, and it had nothing to do with the domestic…

My relationship with the Army was entirely professional as I used to supply computer hardware and other digital devices. The allegation that I was associated with the Ikhwan emerged only after I entered electoral politics. Before that, I was widely known simply as an engineer and businessman. Dr. Umer Iqbal (Executive Editor) Jammu and Kashmir is a place where we have seen an army of youth showing passion towards social work and taking route to politics to empower themselves for public service. Those youth who have successfully marked their presence on the socio-political platform have been scripting inspiring stories, not…

In a podcast, Fayaz Sheheryar, Ex. Director General All India Radio (A.I.R), resorted to factual discrepancies about public broadcasting. He talked about certain things which never happened or were contrary to the factual situation. TIMES LINK Consulting Editor, Zahoor Zahid, puts the record straight by identifying the ‘misinformation’ dished out by him in the podcast. Zahoor Zahid (Consulting Editor) These days, watching reels and other content on social media has become increasingly uncomfortable. People with little or no knowledge appear on the screen, shouting, screaming, and resorting to strange antics merely to attract attention and increase their viewership. While technology…

A Significant Procedural Milestone in Jammu & Kashmir’s Continuing Counter-Terrorism Efforts Advocate Syed Shabir Bukhari In a constitutional democracy, questions of national security are addressed not only through investigative and security mechanisms but also through the enduring strength of the rule of law. Every investigation eventually enters the judicial domain, where courts are called upon to examine whether statutory requirements have been fulfilled before permitting further legal action. This delicate balance between protecting public order and safeguarding individual rights lies at the heart of India’s constitutional jurisprudence, reflecting the principle that even the most sensitive investigations must proceed under the…

Mohammad Younis Bhat (Zahid) One of the greatest challenges facing our youth and future generations today is the increasing prevalence of depression, anxiety, and overthinking. These conditions affect a person’s mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being. Unfortunately, many people suffer silently because they do not recognize the signs or understand the root causes. Before discussing the Islamic remedies, it is important to understand what these conditions are and how to identify them. Understanding the Difference Depression (Na-Umeedi, Mayusi aur Udaasi) Depression is a condition in which a person becomes overwhelmed by sadness, hopelessness, and a loss of interest in life.…

Why the Zojila Tunnel Changes Everything For decades, the geography of northern India has dictated a harsh reality: when winter arrives, the earth shuts down. The treacherous Zojila Pass, sitting at a formidable altitude of 11,578 feet, has historically acted as a seasonal choke point. For nearly half the year, heavy snowfall, avalanches, and landslides have completely severed the link between the Kashmir Valley and Ladakh, leaving entire populations in isolation. The successful breakthrough of the Zojila Tunnel marks a definitive shift in Himalayan connectivity, proving that even the most formidable mountains can be tamed by human ingenuity. The importance…

Sajjad Bazaz Comparing youngsters to cockroaches, the Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant pricked Indian youth across the continents to respond to the unusual comparison by launching Cockroach Janta Party (CJP). It raised the temperature in the youth population of the country as they hit back at the powers at the helm of affairs in the country responsible for their plight. Actually, it was on May 15, 2026, the Chief Justice of India while presiding over a Supreme Court bench, described unemployed young Indians as ‘like cockroaches’. He stated: ”There are youngsters like cockroaches, who don’t get any employment…

A statement of the Union Home Minister, Amit Shah, is on the record where he said that the Kashmiri youth have the capability of not only leading the country but also the world. Remarkably, the Home Minister stated this during an interaction with Kashmiri youth and children in a programme organised by an NGO Sarhad at Pune on Saturday. Sarhad is a known organisation for its commendable social work for the last few decades in Kashmir. Such a statement from none other than the Home Minister is a huge morale booster to the youth of Kashmir. The encouragement of the…

This results in the erosion of public trust, distorts decision-making processes, and perpetuates social disorder breeding unrest in societies, communities and the region. Promoting a culture of integrity, strengthening institutions, enhancing transparency and accountability, and fostering ethical behaviour are essential components that translate into a high quality governance – be it political governance, corporate governance, socio-economic or bureaucratic governance. It requires collective will and efforts from individuals, communities, governments, and other stakeholders to handle these components in an honest and ethical manner. However, those having power or authority have a huge responsibility to create and promote a more transparent and…

Endowed with intellectual capital, resilience, and immense human potential, a substantial segment of the Jammu and Kashmir’s younger generation continues to grapple with systemic constraints, institutional inadequacies, and socio-economic uncertainties. Decades of political turbulence, policy inconsistencies, and developmental deficits have collectively produced a generation that finds itself in a landscape marked more by adversity than opportunity. For years, successive power structures, irrespective of political affiliations, have often viewed youth as instruments of political mobilisation rather than stakeholders in development. Their aspirations were seldom prioritised, their grievances frequently overlooked, and their energies inadequately channelised towards productive and nation-building endeavours. Consequently, a…