End of the first war over Kashmir, which partitioned the region along the cease-fire line, with a third of Kashmir under Pakistan's control. Second Indo-Pakistan war over Kashmir. Third Indo-Pakistan war, over Bangladesh. Simla Agreement between India and Pakistan recognizes Cease-fire line of December 1971 as Line of Control and states commitment to resolve differences through peaceful means and bilateral talks. Evidence surfaces that the Jammu and Kashmir election is widely rigged, adding to discontent against a corrupt government and paving the way for the militancy.
Armed militancy begins.
She is returned in exchange for release of prisoners. Security forces are given sweeping powers. In 1995 six foreign tourists, including two Americans, are kidnapped. One American, John Childs, escapes. All others are believed dead, though only one body was recovered.