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Kashmir’s Youth at a Crossroads: Dreams, Fears & Uncertainty in a Changing Landscape

May 3, 2025 Editor

A Generation in Transition By: Javid Amin Srinagar 03 May 2025: In the heart of the Himalayas, Kashmir’s youth stand at a pivotal juncture. Amidst breathtaking landscapes and a rich cultural tapestry, they grapple with aspirations and anxieties shaped by socio-political upheavals, economic challenges, and evolving global dynamics. This generation, vibrant and resilient, seeks to carve a future that transcends the shadows of conflict and uncertainty. Aspirations Amidst Adversity Pursuit of Quality Education Kashmiri youth place immense value on education as a pathway to empowerment. Despite infrastructural challenges and intermittent…

J&K Reservation Policy: Ruhullah Appreciates Clarity, Awaits Action

March 16, 2025 Editor

Aga Ruhullah Acknowledges Timeline Clarification on Reservation Report Srinagar, March 14: Senior National Conference leader Aga Ruhullah Mehdi has expressed cautious optimism regarding the timeline for the Cabinet Sub-Committee (CSC) tasked with reviewing Jammu and Kashmir’s reservation policy. Reacting to an X post by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, which clarified that the CSC had been given a six-month timeline to complete its report, Ruhullah remarked, “I appreciate the clarification. This is something that people look for in their elected representatives.” The Context: Reservation Policy Review The CSC was established to…