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New political alliance PAC formed in Kashmir to challenge status quo

A new Kashmir-centric political alliance, the People’s Alliance for Change (PAC), led by People’s Conference chief Sajad Lone, was launched on Monday in Srinagar. Described as the beginning of a broader political alternative in Jammu and Kashmir, the alliance aims to address what its leaders call a “moral and political necessity” in the region.

All elements of governance must be on the same page

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Nation and state

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