The Newsmakers

The third anniversary of India-controlled Kashmir losing its autonomy

For many Kashmiris, August 5th, 2019, was a day of confusion and concern as India's parliament abolished the 75-year-old constitutional clause known as Article 370. Indian troops marched into the Kashmir valley, and a round-the-clock curfew was imposed. Cable TV, phone lines and the internet were all cut off. And for months, food and other supply chains were disrupted. We discuss the fallout and whether Delhi's decision has helped Kashmiris or Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's political ambitions. Guests: Muzzammil Ayubb Thakur President of World Kashmir Freedom Movement Raman Malik BJP Spokesperson Moeed Pirzada Journalist and Political Commentator

Kashmir:  Longest Internet Shutdown in a Democracy

Kashmir: Longest Internet Shutdown in a Democracy

Kashmiris breach India’s internet firewall through VPNs

Kashmiris breach India’s internet firewall through VPNs

Kashmiri Saffron: World’s Costliest Spice Affected By India’s Lockdown

Kashmiri Saffron: World’s Costliest Spice Affected By India’s Lockdown

Kashmir Continues To Face Internet Blackouts

Kashmir Continues To Face Internet Blackouts

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The Imran Khan controversy over alleged sale of state gifts

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Is it fair to ban one of the world's most popular apps?

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