Businesses Close, Streets Silent: Kashmir’s Bold Stand Against Terror

Businesses Close, Streets Silent: Kashmir’s Bold Stand Against Terror

Kashmir Shuts Down in Unprecedented Protest Against Pahalgam Attack Srinagar 24 April 2025: For the first time in years, Kashmir has observed a complete shutdown, as the business community, civil society, and residents unite in protest against the barbaric terror attack in Pahalgam that claimed the lives of 26 innocent tourists. The strike, led by the Kashmir Chamber of Commerce & Industry (KCC&I), trade bodies, and transport associations, sends a powerful message—violence will not define Kashmir, and its people refuse to remain silent. A United Show of Grief and Resistance…

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Turning Grief Into Progress: How Responsible Journalism Can Help Kashmir Heal

Turning Grief Into Progress: How Responsible Journalism Can Help Kashmir Heal

Kashmir’s People Under Siege: A Call for Responsible Reporting and Unity By: Javid Amin Srinagar 24 April 2025: On April 22, 2025, the serene town of Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir witnessed a horrific terror attack that claimed the lives of 26 innocent tourists and injured 17 others. This tragedy, the deadliest in India since the 2008 Mumbai attacks, has not only shaken the nation but also ignited a wave of media sensationalism and unwarranted backlash against the Kashmiri community. As the nation grapples with grief, it’s imperative to approach the…

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KCC&I Leads Shutdown and Sit-In Protest Against Pahalgam Killings

KCC&I Leads Shutdown and Sit-In Protest Against Pahalgam Killings

KCC&I Leads Unified Protest Against Pahalgam Killings: Calls for Shutdown and Sit-In Demonstration Srinagar 23 April 2025: The Kashmir Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCC&I) convened a Special Executive Committee Meeting, bringing together Executive Committee members, affiliated associations, and general members to address the tragic killings of innocent civilians in Baisaran, Pahalgam. The Chamber unanimously passed a resolution condemning the barbaric act, describing it as a direct assault on Kashmir’s values of peace, hospitality, and resilience. A Unified Call for Protest In response to the tragedy, the KCC&I has called…

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Kashmir Unites in Grief: PSAJK and MMU Lead Shutdowns After Pahalgam Attack

Kashmir Mourns: PSAJK and MMU Lead Shutdowns in Wake of Pahalgam Terror Attack Srinagar 23 April 2025: The recent terror attack in Pahalgam, which claimed the lives of innocent tourists, has sent shockwaves across Jammu and Kashmir, plunging the region into grief and outrage. In response to this heinous act, the Private Schools Association of Jammu and Kashmir (PSAJK) has announced the closure of schools across the Union Territory as a mark of mourning. Simultaneously, the Mutahida Majlis-e-Ulema (MMU), a prominent religious body, has called for a shutdown tomorrow to…

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From Hospitality to Hardship: How Violence Impacts Kashmir’s Tourism Sector

From Hospitality to Hardship: How Violence Impacts Kashmir’s Tourism Sector

KCCI Warns of Economic Fallout: Attack Designed to Undermine Kashmir’s Tourism Industry Srinagar 22 April 2025: The Kashmir Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) has issued a strong statement condemning the recent attack in the Valley, describing it as a deliberate attempt to destabilize Kashmir’s tourism sector. The incident has sparked widespread concern among business leaders, who fear that such acts of violence could severely impact the region’s fragile economy, which is heavily reliant on tourism. Tourism: The Lifeline of Kashmir’s Economy Kashmir’s tourism industry has long been the backbone…

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J&K Police Data Collection Exercise Raises Concerns in the Valley: A Closer Look

J&K Police Data Collection Exercise Raises Concerns in the Valley: A Closer Look

A Scrutiny of the J&K Police Data Collection Form: Balancing Security with Transparency The recent distribution of a detailed data collection form by the Jammu and Kashmir police has sparked a wave of discussion and concern among residents. The form, with its expansive scope encompassing personal details, family connections, and potentially sensitive inquiries, raises significant questions about its purpose and potential implications. Beyond Routine Update: While authorities maintain the form is a routine update of resident records, its depth and specific queries diverge from a typical census. The inclusion of…

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Security Review Meeting Held in Kashmir Ahead of Supreme Court’s Article 370 Verdict

Security Review Meeting Held in Kashmir Ahead of Supreme Court's Article 370 Verdict

Top police and administration officials held a meeting here on Friday to discuss “law and order” ahead of the Supreme Court’s verdict on Article 370 case. A senior officer of Jammu and Kashmir Police said punitive action will be taken against anyone found indulging in any mischief or misuse of social media. Additional Director General of Police, Law and Order, J&K, Vijay Kumar chaired a joint meeting of all district magistrates and senior superintendents of police of the Kashmir division for the first time at PCR Kashmir, the spokesman said.…

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India will give a strong response if Pakistan does not stop harming Kashmir: Ravinder Raina

India will give a strong response if Pakistan does not stop harming Kashmir: Ravinder Raina

Ravinder Raina, President, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), J&K said that if Pakistan does not shun wounding Kashmir onwards, India has no option left except to respond heavily while penetrating in their territory. “Whenever Kashmiris start to live a peaceful and untroubled life and continue their affairs brotherly with each other, Pakistan intervenes with violent activities like Anantnag and Rajouri encounters. Pakistan wants to turn Kashmir into a graveyard. It has paid a heavy price in the past for such actions, and if the neighboring country will not mend its behavior…

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