Not only did they book their tickets home, but they also accompanied them back to ensure their safety.
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What’s Behind the Protests in Kashmir?
“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
The central government sent in troops and shut down internet access, essentially isolating Kashmiris from the outside world.
Rahul Gandhi Takes Up Governor Satya Pal Malik’s Offer To Visit Jammu And Kashmir, Ladakh
“We won’t need an aircraft, but please ensure us the freedom to travel and meet the people, mainstream leaders and our soldiers stationed over there.”
Modi Ushers in a New Intolerant India and Revokes Multicultural Democracy
The Modi government, in ushering a new era of “one nation (read Hindu), one India,” has completely misunderstood the original intent of the special provisions for Jammu and Kashmir.
Information Blackout Is Direct And Grave Violation Of Rights: Kashmir Times Executive Editor Files Petition In Supreme Court Against Communication Clampdown In Jammu And Kashmir
“The communication blockade and strict restrictions on movement of journalists resulted in a virtual blackout, and media reporting and publishing grievously impacted.”
Lockdown Almost Total And Draconian For Local Media: Editors Guild Of India Condemns Situation In Jammu And Kashmir
“Media transparency has and always should be India’s strength, not fear.”
‘Modi Undid Nearly Seven Decades Of History’: Here’s What The Foreign Press Is Saying About Kashmir And Article 370
NYT reported that many Kashmiris were “shocked and demoralised” by the news that “their autonomy had been instantly erased”.
Jammu & Kashmir Had Acceded To India Because Of Its Secular Character: Dozens Of Jammu & Kashmiris Including Retd Air Vice Marshal Kapil Kak Call for Lifting Of Siege In The Region (Read Full Text Of Statement)
“Move to abrogate 370 unconstitutional and in violation of India’s historical promises.”
I Have No News Of My Parents For Past 5 Days: Journalist In Kashmir Narrates Ordeal And Trauma He And Other Journalists Are Suffering
We had always opened our homes and hearts for you, why did you have to destroy us?
200 Academics and Activists Across the World Issue Statement, Say Besieged Kashmiri People Urgently Need International Remedies for Justice
Kashmiris have already borne the brunt of three decades of brutal and cumulative state violence including extrajudicial killings, enforced disappearances, sexual violence, mass graves, torture and indefinite detention.