It's certainly a strong step. But is this also a classic case of too little, too late?

Finally, action taken against JKLF, the oldest terrorist group in J&K

The people and politicians of J&K loved Vajpayee for his commitment to them. There were sore points, including Article 370, but the former PM knew how to treat these gently.

Jamhooriyat, Insaniyat, Kashmiriyat - How Kashmir recalls Atal Bihari Vajpayee

Even under detention, he is not exactly dysfunctional in fomenting chaos and strife.

Inside or out of jail, Masarat Alam has always been a free man

Terror

Misleading claims of rise in terrorism in J&K must end

For Islamist and Hindutva Right, 'rising threat' of Islamism is a political asset and weapon.

Will Tassaduq’s entry change the future of PDP?

Mufti Sayeed’s only son, who preferred to stay away from politics, has suddenly become a hot topic in J&K.

India-Pakistan friendship will be our greatest tribute to Mufti Sayeed

It is something which he had envisaged all his life.

Mehbooba Mufti's divorce with BJP may work well for Modi

The party could lose a state but win a nation.

Will Mehbooba go Mufti's way in shaking hands with BJP?

Many argue that after forming a coalition with BJP, the PDP had to pay a huge price as both parties are ideologically different.

Has BJP failed to honour Mufti Mohammad Sayeed?

Separatists were the happiest when they saw the saffron wave tearing apart Mufti’s battle of ideas policy.

Mehbooba faces tough challenge in Kashmir

She will have to balance the expectations of people in the Valley with the national sentiments.