The election results yet again highlight the polarised nature of the political landscape and the vast differences between the State’s regions The election results in J&K yet again highlighted the polarised nature of the political landscape of the State. While the BJP retained its two seats in the Jammu division and one in Ladakh, the … Read more
The disputes and reasons for violence in Kashmir date back to 1947, right from the formation of Pakistan after India’s independence. Under the partition plan, Kashmir was free to accede to any of the two countries. Kashmir, which was then ruled by Maharaja Hari Singh, chose India and the region then saw a two-year war … Read more
The Panchayat polls in Jammu and Kashmir will start on November 17 and will be held in 9 phases, officials said on Monday. “Polling for the first phase will take place on November 17 and for the last phase the voting would take place on December 11”, Mr Kabra said, Chief Electoral Officer, J&K. He also said that … Read more
The Dogra Swabhiman Rally of May 20, this year, has set in motion events which could culminate with the formation of pro-Jammu and pro-Dogra political party. The rally, which was organised by former Forest Minister, Choudhary Lal Singh, witnessed a colossal turnout of people from every background, all united against sustained prejudice against Jammu region. … Read more
As is their wont, politicians in Jammu & Kashmir routinely make bizarre and controversial statements. They at times eat their words but mostly stand their ground. 2017 was no different. There were numerous occasions through the year when leaders across the political spectrum threw caution to the wind and shot their mouth off.
Here’s video of statements made by Jammu & Kashmir politicians that whipped up much controversy: