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Is the reaction we are seeing to the Kashmir crisis a sign of shifting priorities for Muslims' rulers?

After the repeal of Article 370 and a total shutdown of Kashmir 28 days ago, politics lecturer Muhammad Jalal takes an in-depth look at the politics behind the decision.

Tourists told to leave. Extra troops deployed. People stockpiling essentials. Petrol pumps and ATMs run dry. Two Kashmiris write about panic in Kashmir right now.

Khalid had been left with burns covering 60% of his body after being set on fire for refusing to chant a Hindu slogan. Police, however, have rejected this report and instead claim the teenager had set himself on fire.

Ironically by being captured, Wing Commander Abhinandan may well have averted a war fuelled by jingoism and irresponsible rhetoric.

Why are young Kashmiri men turning to militancy?

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