Kashmir stares at a new and demanding demon

A new demon has unveiled intent in the Valley and it should frighten Kashmiris most. It's recklessly provocative, and it could be snaring a populace to aftermaths not entirely of its conceiving. It is blood-fed and it will beget blood.

Swift and unequivocal condemnation and distancing from yesterday's terror assault on Amarnath yatris at Khannabal is a sign Kashmiris might have heard the alarm. The flag they've raised to flay the attack is a standard of disapproval and a sense of shame. Read more here.