Loss of civilian and police lives in ongoing unrest across LoC ‘hurts’ Mirwaiz Umar Farooq
STC NEWS DESKSRINAGAR, JULY 26 (STC): Mirwaiz Umar Farooq has expressed deep anguish over the loss of civilian and police lives in the ongoing unrest across the Line of Control (LoC), reports local news agency KNS. He has urged the Government of Pakistan, local authorities and protesters to resolve differences through dialogue and restore peace,…
CEC Kargil Hill Council faces no-confidence motion, appoints two executive councillors
STC NEWS DESKSRINAGAR, JULY 15 (STC): Chief Executive Councillor of the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council, Kargil, Dr. Jaffar Ali Akhoon, today nominated two executive councillors-one from the National Conference group supporting him and the other an independent.According to the reports, the CEC nominated Altaf Hussain (National Conference) and Syed Ali (Independent) as executive councillors,…
Hidden Consequences of Helicopter Parenting
Why do children need room to stumble before they learn to soar? Gowher BhatA five-year-old stands at the doorway, backpack slung over his shoulders, struggling to tie his shoelaces. His tiny fingers fumble with the knot, and his face reflects the quiet determination of someone eager to succeed. Before he gets the chance to try…
Dr. Karan Singh appeals Sonam Wangchuk to end fast
STC NEWS DESKNEW DELHI, JULY 15 (STC): Dr. Karan Singh, former Union Education Minister, has appealed to Ladakhi social activist Sonam Wangchuk to end his fast. In a statement issued to media, Dr Karan Singh said, “If this continues, his life will be in danger. I appeal to him that having made his point he…
DEMAND FOR STATEHOOD: CM Omar shows determination to hold protest at Jantar Mantar on scheduled date
STC NEWS DESKSRINAGAR, JULY 15 (STC):National Conference’s (NC’s) proposed protest at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi on July 20 remains on schedule and party leaders will leave for the national capital on July 19 irrespective of whether permission for the demonstration is granted.Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah stated this while talking to reporters…
