SRINAGAR — The Jammu and Kashmir Students Association Sunday expressed “deep concern” over the suspension of 35 Kashmiri students from Mewar University, Chittorgarh, Rajasthan. In a statement, the national convener of the association, Nasir Khuehami, said that these students have been protesting for the past three days, “day and night”, due to the university’s failure […]
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West Asia crisis hits Iran’s status as favoured place for higher studies among Kashmiri families
SRINAGAR — The families of hundreds of Kashmiri youths studying in Iran are deeply worried over the safety of their wards as West Asia remains on the brink of a full-blown war while many are now wary of sending their children there for higher studies. Iran is considered to be economically viable for professional courses, […]
Rahul Gandhi meets students in Srinagar, assures to take up their concerns in Parliament
SRINAGAR — Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Thursday met a delegation of students who sought his support in ensuring the “safety” of Kashmiri students nationwide. The delegation, including students from several colleges and universities, called on Gandhi at the Srinagar hotel where he stayed the night during his two-day visit […]
Bangladesh students protest: NC, PDP appeal to govt to ensure safe return of Kashmiri students
SRINAGAR — The National Conference (NC) and the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) on Friday appealed to the external affairs ministry to ensure safe passage and return of Kashmiri students from Bangladesh amid violent protests in the neighbouring country over demands for an end to a quota system in jobs. “Dear @MEAIndia, please ensure the safe […]
Mehbooba Mufti urges EAM Jaishankar to ensure safety of Kashmiri students in Bangladesh
SRINAGAR — Amidst the ongoing protests in Bangladesh, People’s Democratic Party (PDP) chief Mehbooba Mufti on Friday urged External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar to intervene and ensure the safety of thousands of Kashmiri students in Bangladesh. “As protests and turmoil grip Bangladesh, I urge @DrSJaishankar to urgently intervene and ensure the safety of thousands of […]
Kashmiri students being forced to shave their beard before entering college in TN: JKSA
SRINAGAR (KIMS) — In a shocking incident, the Kashmiri students are being forced by college authorities in Tamil Nadu to shave their beard before entering the college, the Jammu and Kashmir Students Association (JKSA) said on Tuesday. Nasir Khuehami, the National Convener of the Jammu and Kashmir Students Association (JKSA) said, “Around two dozen Kashmiri […]