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Six Years Since Article 370 Abrogation: Statehood Demand, Political Dissent, and a Deepening Divide in Jammu & Kashmir

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The Abrogation's Afterlife: Kashmir's Politics, Promises, and Pain Six Years On

Statehood Demand Takes Centre Stage on Article 370 Anniversary in Jammu & Kashmir By: Javid Amin | Srinagar | August 6, 2025 A Date Etched in Memory — August 5, 2019 August 5 is no longer just another date in Jammu & Kashmir — it is a fault line in the political, emotional, and constitutional landscape of the Union Territory. On this day in 2019, the Government of India revoked Article 370, stripping J&K of its special constitutional status. In the six years since, the region has witnessed unprecedented political upheaval,…

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Traitors or Citizens? The Islamophobic Rhetoric Targeting Indian Muslims

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Traitors or Citizens? The Islamophobic Rhetoric Targeting Indian Muslims

Hate-Filled Songs and Rising Islamophobia: A Dangerous Trend in India In the aftermath of the tragic Pahalgam attack, which claimed the lives of 25 tourists and a local pony rider, India finds itself grappling with a disturbing trend: the rise of hate-filled songs targeting Indian Muslims. These incendiary tracks, often referred to as Hindutva Pop, have flooded digital platforms, amplifying Islamophobic rhetoric and stoking division among communities. Less than 24 hours after the attack, songs with titles like “Pehle Dharam Pocha” (They Asked About Religion First) surfaced on YouTube, accusing…

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Pahalgam Attack Sparks Global Concern: US Calls for Responsible Resolution

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Pahalgam Attack Sparks Global Concern: US Calls for Responsible Resolution

US urges India, Pakistan to work towards ‘responsible solution’ The recent Pahalgam terror attack has sent shockwaves across the region, claiming 26 lives, mostly civilians, and escalating tensions between India and Pakistan. As the situation unfolds, the United States has urged both nations to seek a “responsible solution”, emphasizing the need for diplomatic engagement rather than further conflict. Escalating Tensions & Diplomatic Responses Following the attack, India has accused Pakistan-based militant groups of orchestrating the violence, citing intelligence reports linking the perpetrators to Lashkar-e-Taiba and other extremist factions. In response,…

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