Ladakh on the Edge: Leh Violence, Protests for Statehood, and the Fight for Dignity By: Javid Amin | 02 October 2025 A Flashpoint in the Himalayas Leh, October 2025 — Ladakh, India’s youngest Union Territory, is once again at the heart of political and social unrest. The September 24 police firing in Leh—which left four protesters dead, including Kargil war veteran Tsewang Tharchin—has triggered one of the most significant crises in Ladakh since its separation from Jammu & Kashmir in 2019. The incident occurred during demonstrations demanding full statehood and…
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Health Over Hues: Why Wazwan’s True Beauty Lies in Taste, Not Chemicals
Wazwan’s True Colour Lies in Taste, Not Chemicals By: Javid Amin | 02 October 2025 A Feast at Risk: When Colour Overshadows Tradition In the bustling kitchens of Srinagar and the festive halls of Anantnag, the age-old aroma of saffron, Kashmiri chillies, and slow-cooked meat is being compromised by a modern obsession: artificial colour. Wazwan, the multi-course Kashmiri feast revered for centuries, is more than a meal—it is a cultural ceremony, a symbol of unity, and a culinary art form. From the rich crimson of Rogan Josh to the golden…
Read MoreJ&K Police Attaches Tehreek-e-Hurriyat Headquarters: A Landmark Move Under UAPA
The GoI, through J&K Police, has officially attached the headquarters of the banned outfit Tehreek-e-Hurriyat (TeH) in a significant move under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). By: Javid Amin | 01 October 2025 In a significant enforcement action under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), Jammu & Kashmir Police have officially attached the headquarters of the banned separatist outfit Tehreek-e-Hurriyat (TeH). The move, aimed at dismantling the organizational and symbolic infrastructure of the group, marks another chapter in the Union Government’s post-Article 370 strategy of curbing separatist networks and…
Read MoreWill AI Replace Coders or Supercharge Them? The Future of Software Engineering Starts Now
Code Smarter, Not Harder: How AI Is Reshaping Software Engineering—and What You Must Do to Stay Ahead By: Javid Amin | 01 October 2025 The AI Revolution in Software Engineering In 2025, artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept—it’s a daily reality reshaping industries, workflows, and careers. Among the most affected professions is software engineering. With the rise of large language models (LLMs), generative AI, and intelligent automation tools, many wonder: Will AI replace software engineers or make them more powerful? This article explores that question in depth.…
Read MoreRahul Gandhi Accuses PM Modi of Betraying Ladakh, Demands Judicial Probe into Police Firing
Rahul Gandhi Slams PM Modi Over Leh Firing: Ladakh Betrayed, Kargil Hero Killed, Justice Demanded By: Javid Amin | 30 September 2025 A Tragedy that Stirred the Nation The political spotlight has turned sharply on Ladakh after police firing during a protest in Leh on September 24 left four people dead and over 80 injured. Among the victims was Tsewang Tharchin, a decorated Kargil war veteran who had also served in the treacherous Siachen Glacier. His death has become a symbol of Ladakh’s growing alienation. From the icy heights of…
Read MoreUnion Education Secretary Proposes Abolishing Class 11 Board Exams in Jammu & Kashmir
A Bold Step Toward Educational Transformation By: Javid Amin | Srinagar On September 30, 2025, during a high-level review meeting held at SKICC Srinagar, Union Secretary of School Education and Literacy, Sanjay Kumar, made a significant proposal that could reshape the education system in Jammu and Kashmir. He called for abolishing the Class 11 board examination, emphasizing the need to streamline assessment methods, reduce academic pressure, and align state practices with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. The Review Meeting: Who Was Present? The meeting was attended by top officials…
Read MoreLadakh in Limbo: Apex Body Withdraws from MHA Talks as Centre Signals Dialogue with KDA
Ladakh Crisis 2025: Apex Body Walks Out of MHA Talks, Centre Open to KDA Dialogue By: Javid Amin | 29 September 2025 In a dramatic turn of events in Leh, the Apex Body Leh (ABL) has formally withdrawn from talks with India’s Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), citing “lack of progress” on the key demands of statehood for Ladakh and constitutional safeguards under the Sixth Schedule. The development comes amid heightened tensions in the Union Territory following recent unrest, curfews, and the controversial detention of activist Sonam Wangchuk. The Centre,…
Read MoreThe Vanishing Mandate: How a Delayed Election Paved the Way for Article 370’s Fall
Jammu & Kashmir 2018 Election Delay: How Article 370 Was Abrogated and Ladakh Unrest Ensued By: Javid Amin | 29 September 2025 In the winter of 2018, Jammu & Kashmir’s political clock stopped ticking. The Assembly was dissolved, elections postponed, and governance handed to unelected administrators. Less than a year later, Article 370—Kashmir’s fragile constitutional bridge with India—was gone. Was this sequence of events a coincidence of crises, or, as opposition leaders now allege, a calculated design? The Setup: November 2018 The evening of November 21, 2018, still echoes in…
Read MoreBetrayal and Broken Promises: Why J&K’s Statehood Delay Risks Deepening the Trust Deficit
Jammu & Kashmir Statehood Delay | Omar Abdullah Accuses Centre of Betrayal By: Javid Amin | 29 September 2025 Omar Abdullah’s Stinging Charge At a recent book launch in Delhi, Jammu & Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah tore into the central government with words that resonated across both sides of the Pir Panjal. He accused New Delhi of betraying the people of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh by dangling promises of statehood and constitutional safeguards but never delivering. “Delimitation is done, elections are done, but statehood remains stalled. It’s being…
Read MoreSonam Wangchuk Arrested Amid Ladakh Unrest: Statehood Protests Turn Explosive
Sonam Wangchuk Arrested by Leh Police Amid Ladakh Unrest By Javid Amin | September 26, 2025 Arrest Amid Ladakh Turmoil In a dramatic escalation of Ladakh’s statehood movement, climate activist Sonam Wangchuk was arrested in Leh by a police team led by DGP S.D. Singh Jamwal. The arrest comes just days after violent clashes left four people dead and more than 80 injured during protests demanding statehood and Sixth Schedule protections. What Triggered the Arrest? September 24 Protest Violence: Demonstrations spiraled out of control when mobs attacked the BJP office…
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