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Javid Amin - IT Consultant, Freelance Writer, Travel Enthusiast, Entrepreneur Javid Amin is a dynamic professional with a diverse skill set and a passion for technology, travel, and entrepreneurship. With a background in IT engineering, he excels as an IT consultant and is equally enthusiastic about staying ahead in the ever-evolving tech world. Javid's creative flair shines through his work as a freelance writer, where he crafts engaging content across a wide spectrum of topics. As a travel enthusiast and consultant, he shares his love for exploration and his deep knowledge of Kashmir's hidden gems. Javid is also the visionary behind several successful digital ventures, each contributing to the promotion of Kashmir's beauty, culture, and craftsmanship. His career embodies versatility, creativity, and a deep connection to his roots. Printer, Publisher, Editor of "Weekly Shohrat - Kashmir" (Print Edition) as well owner of online news portals www.KashmirPost.org / www.KashmirInFocus.com.

Electricity Could Become Costlier in Mornings & Evenings in Kashmir Valley: KPDCL Proposes 20% Surcharge on Peak-Hours Consumption

November 21, 2025 Editor

Kashmir Valley to See 20% Peak-Hour Power Surcharge: KPDCL Submits Proposal to JERC By: Javid Amin | 20 November 2025 What the Proposal Says The Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited (KPDCL) has submitted to the Joint Electricity Regulatory Commission (JERC) a proposal to impose a 20 % surcharge on electricity consumption during defined “peak hours” in the Kashmir Valley. The peak windows proposed are 6:00 AM–10:00 AM (morning) and 6:00 PM–10:00 PM (evening). According to KPDCL, the objective is to manage load, deter excessive use during high-demand intervals, and thereby…

J&K Government Orders Transfer & Posting of 58 JKAS Officers: Major Reshuffle Across Departments

November 21, 2025 Editor

Major Reshuffle in Jammu & Kashmir: 58 JKAS Officers Transferred and Posted Across Key Departments By: Javid Amin | 20 November 2025 What Happened: On November 20, 2025, the Government of Jammu & Kashmir issued orders for a large-scale administrative reshuffle of 58 JKAS (Jammu & Kashmir Administrative Service) officers. The move, implemented with immediate effect, covers a wide range of departments including Estates, Social Welfare, ICDS (Integrated Child Development Services), Forest, Ecology & Environment, Science & Technology, Skill Development, Medical Supplies and others. Key postings include: Rajinder Singh Tara…

Vaishnodevi Medical College Admission Controversy: 90% Kashmiri Muslim Students Selected Through NEET Merit Sparks Political Storm

November 21, 2025 Editor

Merit or Identity? Vaishnodevi Medical College Admissions Trigger Political Storm as Kashmiri Muslim Students Dominate First MBBS Batch By: Javid Amin | 20 November 2025 The newly established Shri Mata Vaishnodevi Institute of Medical Excellence (SMVIME) in Katra, Jammu, opened its doors this year with high expectations. Built under the prestigious Shrine Board, the state-of-the-art medical college was envisioned as a transformative institution for healthcare and medical education in the region. But the release of its first MBBS admission list triggered an unexpected and explosive debate — one that has…

Trio Driving Jammu & Kashmir’s Rise in the Ranji Trophy: Ajay Sharma, Shubham Khajuria & Abid Mushtaq

November 21, 2025 Editor

A New Era for J&K Cricket By: Javid Amin | 20 November 2025 Once regarded as perennial under-dogs in India’s domestic first-class circuit, the Jammu & Kashmir cricket team is quietly stirring up attention in the 2025-26 Ranji Trophy season. After years of struggle, the team has started to beat traditional powerhouses – such as in recent wins over Rajasthan, Delhi and Hyderabad – signalling that something has changed. At the heart of this turnaround are three key figures: Ajay Sharma, head coach — former India cricketer now channeling his…

JKBOSE Cracks Down: Four Schools Face Affiliation Cancellation, Eight Fined for Violating Textbook Rules | Parents Allege Forced Purchases & Curriculum Mismatch

November 20, 2025 Editor

Four Schools to Lose Affiliation; Eight Others Fined for Violating JKBOSE Textbook Rules: Parents Expose Reality Behind SRO 123 Enforcement By: Javid Amin | 19 November 2025 For years, private schools across Jammu & Kashmir have been instructed to follow a simple, non-negotiable rule: only JKBOSE-prescribed textbooks shall be used in classrooms. This directive, backed by SRO 123, was designed to protect parents from excessive textbook costs and ensure standardization across schools. However, recent developments have exposed a deep disconnect between policy and practice. In a significant action, the Jammu…

Winter Vacations in Kashmir 2025: Early December Break Announced for Primary Schools | Full Details, Academic Plan & Weather Insights

November 20, 2025 Editor

Winter Vacations for Schools in Kashmir to Start in Early December 2025: A Detailed Analysis of the Announcement by Education Minister Sakina Itoo By: Javid Amin | 19 November 2025 Winter in Kashmir is not just a season — it is an experience that shapes the daily rhythm of life. As temperatures drop sharply across the Valley, the annual conversation around winter school vacations becomes not only expected but essential. In 2025, the Education Department of Jammu & Kashmir has taken a proactive step by announcing the winter break for…

Red Fort Blast Fallout: Kashmir Politics Roiled as Leaders, Students Voice Fears of Collective Suspicion

November 18, 2025 Editor

From Mehbooba Mufti’s criticism of the Centre to Omar Abdullah’s caution against stereotyping—and JKSA’s plea to the PM—the Delhi blast has reignited debates over security, identity, and national integration. By: Javid Amin | 17 November 2025 A Blast That Echoed Far Beyond Red Fort The November 10 blast near Delhi’s historic Red Fort, which killed 10–12 people and injured several others, has quickly transformed from a national security incident into a full-scale political and social flashpoint. While investigations by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) and Faridabad Police are underway, the…

Mehbooba Mufti Links Delhi Red Fort Blast to Kashmir’s Unrest; BJP Hits Back Calling Remarks ‘Illogical and Misleading’

November 18, 2025 Editor

Dialogue or Militarism? Mehbooba Mufti’s Blast Remarks Ignite BJP Counterattack By: Javid Amin | 17 November 2025 The political temperature escalated on Monday after People’s Democratic Party (PDP) chief Mehbooba Mufti linked the November 10 Delhi Red Fort blast to what she described as the Centre’s “failed and alienating” policies in Jammu & Kashmir. The BJP swiftly countered her remarks, accusing her of attempting to justify extremist narratives and mislead the public. Mehbooba Mufti: “Kashmir’s troubles echoed at Red Fort” Speaking on the aftermath of the blast—which killed multiple people…

Terror Module Crackdown — Kashmiri Dried Fruit Seller Dies After Self-Immolation in Qazigund

November 17, 2025 Editor

Bilal Ahmad Wani, a dried fruit seller from Qazigund, has succumbed to burn injuries after setting himself on fire on Sunday. By: Javid Amin | 16 November 2025 What Happened: A Father’s Last Act of Despair On Sunday, 16 November 2025, Bilal Ahmad Wani, a 55-year-old dried-fruit seller from Qazigund in south Kashmir’s Kulgam district, set himself on fire. According to his family, he did so after being overwhelmed by despair — his son and brother had been detained for questioning by security agencies. Wani was first taken to a…

‘Winter Brings a Power Shock’: Kashmir’s Growing Energy Crisis

November 17, 2025 Editor

Kashmir Winter Power Shock: Demand Surges to 1850 MW as Supply Collapses By: Javid Amin | 16 November 2025 A Valley in the Dark As winter tightens its grip on Kashmir, the valley is facing more than just freezing temperatures—residents are grappling with a worsening electricity crisis. Demand has spiked sharply to around 1,850 megawatts (MW), while supply has plunged, creating a widening chasm that leaves homes, hospitals, and businesses in prolonged darkness. Power cuts of up to 16 hours a day are now a hard reality in some areas,…