Old Photos from Kashmir Shared as Recent to Portray Normalcy in Region

In August 2019, the Union government abrogated key provisions of Article 370, altering the status of Jammu & Kashmir. Since then, social media has witnessed relentless attempts to justify or criticize the move, often through misinformation.

Implementing 74th CAA in Kashmir, Just a Hoodwink

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The BJP realising that the people of the valley have vociferously opposed the despotic stance of the party in abrogating Article 370, is now trying to win over the local body representatives.

Kashmir And Palestine: How The World Has Seen Bloodletting In The Name Of Liberty And Democracy

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Every democratic robbery unfurls its flag in the name of its victims whose best interests are served ideally by depriving them of their rights and possessions.

Netizen Report: The Shutdown in Kashmir Continues

Kashmiri woman protestor dares a policeman to stop her from moving ahead during restrictions imposed in 2017 in Srinagar, the largest city in Kashmir. Photo by Ieshan Wani, used with permission.

While internet access remains off-limits in Kashmir, many Pakistanis have taken to Twitter to denounce the change in Kashmir. But they too have been subject to censorship.

Restrictions Imposed Are Intrinsically Disproportionate: UN Human Rights Experts Urge Modi Govt To End Communications Blackout In Jammu And Kashmir

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The UN also criticised the increase in the arrest of political figures, journalists, human rights defenders, protesters and others.

Heartwarming: The Sikh Community Helped 32 Kashmiri Women Reach Home Amid A Communications Blackout

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Not only did they book their tickets home, but they also accompanied them back to ensure their safety.

What’s Behind the Protests in Kashmir?

Hundreds march in New Delhi on August 7 protesting the bid to amend Article 370 (PC: Mubeen Siddiqui)

“While I don’t believe Pakistan will initiate another war with India over the issue at this time, I doubt it will quietly resign itself to the changed circumstances.”

Indian-administered Kashmir is Like an ‘Open Prison’, Says Observers

Screenshot from BBC News report on YouTube.

The central government sent in troops and shut down internet access, essentially isolating Kashmiris from the outside world.

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