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Marriage assistance, procedure and benefits

Sabika Farooq Marriage is one of the important events in life, generally associated with happiness and celebration. However, for families with fewer financial resources, the expenses to get married are too much. To alleviate this problem, the government of India, including Jammu and Kashmir, has instituted some marriage assistance programs to help needy families ensure

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Supreme Court Upholds Secularism and National Unity

The judgment emphasizes equality for the Muslim minority, reaffirming constitutional protections and discouraging divisive politics over religious identity. Adv. Mehwish Hilal The Supreme Court of India recently passed an important judgment honouring the Places of Worship (Special Provisions) Act, 1991. This ruling has deeper ramifications in the context of the protection of the nation’s communal

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Human Rights Abuses in POJK: A Call for Global Intervention

This content is not merely a written record; it is a resolute declaration of protest against the ruthless oppression perpetrated by Pakistan and its ISI-backed machinery against the helpless people of POJK. Israar Shahid The year 1947 marked the birth of two new nations—India and Pakistan—emerging from the shadows of colonial rule. These nations embarked

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Bangladesh Unrest: Impact on South Asia.

Bangladesh experienced radicalization at times of unrest, and overemphasis on law enforcement and military can create vulnerabilities not just for Bangladesh but also its neighboring countries.  Darakshan Hassan Bhat Bangladesh has been undergoing one of its worst political crises for several months. It started with student-led protests that evolved within some days into an agitation

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Mohammad Sadiq: A Visionary Agriculturist with Innovative Approaches

From strawberries to honeybees to apple orchards, Sadiq has become an innovative agriculturist from Sopore in North Kashmir, serving as a living example for those who spend their post-retirement years at home. Mehvish Hilal Shifting abruptly from being an educator to agriculture, Mohammad Sadiq, from the apple town of Sopore in North Kashmir, became an

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Socio-economic changes post abrogation

Peace and stability enbaled the government more and focused towards socio-economic development.  The post-abrogation period has contributed to peace and stability, enabling unemployed educated youth to open business units that provide employment. Consequently, this has facilitated access to education, childcare, food, medical care, housing, and youth engagement. Syed Showket Post the abrogation of Article 370,

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India’s Concern of Chinese in Pakistan

The deepening ties between Beijing and Islamabad not only undermine India’s sovereignty but also compromise Pakistan’s own sovereignty, destabilize the region, and exacerbate the suffering of Kashmir’s residents Darakshan Hassan Bhat China,officially the People’s Republic of China (PRC), a country in East Asia, shares a long and contentious border of over 3,400 kilometers with India.

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Social & Political Impact of Elections in Kashmir.

Syed Showket After a prolonged period of governor’s rule, Jammu and Kashmir witnessed the return of popular governance through a successfully conducted electoral process. Elections are the selection of public representatives who work at the grassroots level, which is the main pillar of democracy, as people choose their leaders through the ballot or voting. The

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World Mental Health Day

Sound mental health is crucial for the growth of a nation. As we witness growth and development in Kashmir following the abrogation of Article 370, it is clear that peace plays a vital role in fostering mental well-being. This, in turn, directly or indirectly impacts our overall growth and progress. Kashmir is currently experiencing both

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The Rise of Women’s Participation in Politics and Elections

SHAFIYA SHOWKAT In recent decades, the world has witnessed a remarkable shift in the political landscape, as women have increasingly stepped into roles once dominated by men. This transformation has been driven by a growing recognition of the importance of gender equality and the belief that women’s voices are essential to addressing the full spectrum

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