As many of you know, almost everything I share on panels like this one is based on what I have personally lived through and which has made me what I am today. That sometimes gives me a very different vocabulary, one that is often more emotional and often quite angry. …
Read More »Article: Empty rooms, silenced voices: What remains of Kashmiri civil society’s valiant fight for justice
Freny Manecksha Not far from Ghanta Ghar in Srinagar, which has morphed into a site for tourists and Instagram selfies, is the Bund and the Amira Kadal bridge. Like the clock tower, both have historic connotations that stand at risk of makeovers and erasures in rapidly-changing Srinagar. The Bund, a …
Read More »Article: Second International Day to Combat Islamophobia
Today, the United Nations is observing the Second International Day to Combat Islamophobia. The United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution on March 15, 2022, which designated 15 March as the International Day to Combat Islamophobia. “It calls for a global dialogue on the promotion of a culture of tolerance …
Read More »Article: Dr Ayub Thakur was a man with the mission
I want to express my appreciation to the leadership of Institute of Policy Studies, (PS) for organizing this memorial for Dr. Ayub Thakur, (March 10, 2004).who was a friend, and a colleague. He was a great thinker, scholar, an intellectual and a well-known expert on the subject of Kashmir. He …
Read More »Article: ‘Locked in silence: Women’s Day Reflections on Kashmir’s Untold Stories
Every year, on the 8th of March, International Women’s Day is observed globally to honor the achievements of women, raise awareness about gender disparities and discrimination, and advocate for universal support for women’s rights. The theme for International Women’s Day 2024 is “Inspire Inclusion.” This theme underscores the importance of …
Read More »Article: Pakistan is benefactor and real ambassador of Kashmir
The newly elected government led by Prime Minister Shebaz Sharif has reiterated Pakistan’s principal Stand and assured Kashmiris that Pakistan will continue its support to Kashmiris and Palestinian resistance movements. In his maiden speech after being elected as prime minister, he reiterated that Kashmiris are not alone but Pakistan will …
Read More »International Women’s Day in the shadow of conflict in Kashmir
On March 8th, International Women’s Day, the global community comes together to recognize the achievements of women and advocate for gender equality. In 2024, the United Nations theme, “Invest in women: Accelerate progress,” underscores the necessity of empowering women worldwide. However, in Kashmir, the observance of International Women’s Day takes …
Read More »Article: Kashmir again under siege; Hitler visiting Kashmir
At a time when latest version of Adolph Hitler, commonly known as Narendra Modi, the prime minister of India is visiting Kashmir today March 7, whole Kashmir was put under siege and Kashmiris, in general, and government officials and students, in particular, are being forced to come out and give …
Read More »Article: Massive farmers’ protests are a headache for Narendra Modi
Protesting farmers are an alarming sight for India’s government. With nearly two-thirds of Indians dependent on farming for their livelihood, agricultural workers can make or break elections. They can also stymie policy making. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Bharatiya Janata Party (bjp) discovered this three years ago, when farmers …
Read More »Reconstructing Narratives: A Critical Analysis of the Operation Swift Retort
On February 14, 2019, a convoy of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel was targeted in Pulwama, Occupied Kashmir, resulting in the deaths of nearly 40 reserves. The aftermath of the attack witnessed a rapid escalation of tensions between India and Pakistan. Accusations were levelled, threats hurled, and that finally …
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