Honest man

My heart goes out to the family of journalist Izhar Wani who passed away recently. He was a sparkling star in the field of journalism in J&K. He was an honest and simple man who upheld truth throughout his career. He earned a name for himself through his hard work and dedication.  Sofi More

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Exemplary journalist

This refers to the untimely death of Izhar Wani. His death is definitely a great loss to journalism in Kashmir. His life was an example before his journalist fraternity in Kashmir. They should try to be dedicated, courageous and professional, just as Izhar was known throughout his career. Great people More

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Inspiring journalist

This refers to the sad demise of noted young journalist Izhar Wani. Izhar's demise has created a void in our life, and particularly in the field of journalism. Izhar's contribution in journalism will be remembered forever. Some of his stories on Kashmir conflict won him international acclaim, and he More

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Dark years

This refers to the article, "Book claims tourists killed"(GK, April 4). The revelations as excerpted from the book bring back memories of those dark years of early 1990s. It was the darkest period in the recent history of trouble-torn Kashmir. Terror reigned across the valley during those dark years More

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Candidates neglected

This refers to the recent selection of contractual lecturers at higher secondary level in various districts, in which aspirants of Kashmir University were neglected. Candidates having imported degrees benefit because of high percentage, even though they hardly attend classes regularly. The entire selection More

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College controversy

This refers to the news item “Gandhi College controversy” (GK, 5th April, 2012). The fact is that when mass migration of Kashmiri Pandits took place in 1990, the college was left in the lurch. It was at the verge of closure, but the local staff made the survival of the college possible by dint of their More

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PSA amendment

This refers to the news about amending the Public Safety Act. It is appreciable if the controversial PSA act is amended. Under the new provision no person below the age of 18 years can be detained and the detention period reduced to six months.Ramees Ahmad Sofi More

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