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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.

17 Kashmiri Nursing Students Released After Rajasthan Detention Over Course Recognition Dispute

March 12, 2026 Editor

17 Kashmiri Nursing Students Released After Detention in Rajasthan Amid Course Recognition Row By: Javid Amin | 11 March 2026 Protest at Mewar University over unrecognized B.Sc Nursing program ends with bail, but students’ academic future remains uncertain Kashmiri Nursing Students Freed After Two Days in Custody Seventeen nursing students from Kashmir detained in Rajasthan following protests over the recognition of their academic program have been released on bail, bringing temporary relief to the group after two days in custody. The students, enrolled in a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) Nursing…

Two Indians Killed in Gulf Vessel Attack as UN Warns Hormuz Shutdown Could Raise Global Food Prices

March 12, 2026 Editor

Two Indians Killed in Gulf Vessel Attack as UN Warns Hormuz Crisis Could Trigger Global Food Price Surge By: Javid Amin | 11 March 2026 Maritime violence and geopolitical tensions raise alarm for global trade and energy security Tensions in West Asia have taken a deadly turn after merchant vessels operating near the Strait of Hormuz came under attack, leaving two Indian nationals dead and another missing. The incident highlights the growing risks faced by seafarers navigating one of the world’s most strategically vital maritime corridors. The attack has triggered…

World at the Brink in 2026: Iran War, Global Power Rivalries, and the Converging Crises Shaping the Next Decade

March 11, 2026 Editor

Iran War and Global Crises 2026: Deep Geopolitical Analysis of Where the World Is Heading By: Javid Amin | 11 March 2026 The Global Situation in 2026: A Dangerous Turning Point in Modern History By March 2026, the international system appears to be entering one of its most volatile phases since the Cold War. Multiple crises—military, economic, political, and environmental—are unfolding simultaneously. At the center of the immediate danger is the war between Iran and a coalition led by United States and Israel. But this conflict is not isolated. It…

Iran–US Conflict Begins to Affect India: Fuel Prices, Trade Routes and Student Safety in Focus

March 10, 2026 Editor

Iran–US War Impact on India: Fuel Prices, Flights, Markets and Security Risks Explained By Javid Amin | 10 March 2026 Global tensions ripple through India’s economy and security framework The escalating confrontation between Iran and the United States is beginning to send shockwaves far beyond the Middle East, and India is already feeling the early impact. Within hours of the conflict intensifying, global oil markets reacted sharply. Crude oil prices surged past $120 per barrel, triggering fears of rising fuel prices in major import-dependent economies like India. For a country…

Kashmir Tulip Festival 2026 Opens March 16 in Srinagar: Asia’s Largest Tulip Garden Set to Bloom With 1.7 Million Flowers

March 10, 2026 Editor

Kashmir Tulip Festival 2026 Opens March 16: Srinagar Turns Into a Sea of 1.7 Million Flowers By: Javid Amin | 09 March 2026 Asia’s Largest Tulip Garden Set to Welcome Visitors as Kashmir’s Spring Tourism Season Begins Every spring, something magical happens in the Himalayas. As winter slowly retreats from the Kashmir Valley, snow begins melting across the mountains, almond blossoms appear along village roads, and the landscape awakens with fresh color. Then, almost overnight, millions of tulips burst into bloom. This breathtaking transformation marks the beginning of the annual…

J&K Congress Protests Demand Statehood, Calls for PM Modi’s Resignation – Tariq Hameed Karra Leads Demonstrations

March 10, 2026 Editor

J&K Congress Protests: Demand for Statehood Intensifies, PM Modi Asked to Resign By: Javid Amin | 09 March 2026 Tariq Hameed Karra leads demonstrations in Jammu and Srinagar, accusing Centre of foreign policy failures and economic mismanagement Congress Steps Up Pressure: Protests Across Jammu & Kashmir Over Statehood and Foreign Policy Political tensions intensified in Jammu and Kashmir as the Jammu & Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee (JKPCC) staged protests on March 9–10, 2026, demanding the restoration of full statehood to the region and calling for the resignation of Prime Minister…

February 2026 Becomes One of the Driest Months in Jammu & Kashmir in Over 50 Years: Climate Alarm for Agriculture, Water & Himalayan Ecosystems

March 9, 2026 Editor

When Winter Didn’t Come: February 2026 Turns Into One of the Driest Months Ever Recorded in Jammu & Kashmir By: Javid Amin | 08 March 2026 A historic dry spell signals a deeper climate warning for the Himalayas Winter in the Himalayan region has always been associated with snow-covered mountains, periodic rain showers, and the slow replenishment of rivers that sustain millions of people across northern India. But in 2026, winter behaved very differently. February 2026 has gone down as one of the driest months in the recorded meteorological history…

Kashmir Returns to Routine as Restrictions Ease: Shops Reopen, Transport Resumes, and Life Slowly Stabilizes

March 8, 2026 Editor

Kashmir Restrictions Eased: Shops Reopen, Transport Resumes as Valley Returns to Normal By: Javid Amin | 07 March 2026 Valley Breathes Again: Markets Open and Streets Fill After Days of Restrictions After several days of tension and restrictions, daily life in the Kashmir Valley is gradually returning to normal. Markets have reopened, transport services are operating again, and people are cautiously stepping out to resume their daily routines. The easing of curbs has brought relief to residents, traders, and transport workers who had been affected by shutdowns imposed in the…

Nearly Half of Kashmir’s Students Report Mental Health Struggles Linked to Social Media

March 8, 2026 Editor

45% of Kashmir’s Students Struggle With Mental Wellbeing Linked to Social Media: A Wake-Up Call for Schools and Parents By: Javid Amin | 07 March 2026 A new study examining adolescent behaviour in the Kashmir Valley has raised serious concerns about the mental wellbeing of school students. According to the research, around 45% of students up to Class 12 report sub-optimal mental wellbeing associated with excessive social media use. The findings highlight a growing challenge for families, schools, and policymakers: how to balance the benefits of digital connectivity with the…

124-Year-Old Mohra Hydroelectric Power Project in Uri Set for Revival After Three Decades

March 8, 2026 Editor

124-Year-Old Mohra Hydroelectric Power Project in Kashmir Set for Revival By: Javid Amin | 07 March 2026 One of South Asia’s earliest hydroelectric power stations—the historic Mohra Hydroelectric Power Project—is set to return to life after remaining defunct for more than three decades. The government of Jammu and Kashmir has announced plans to restore the century-old power plant under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model, aiming to combine heritage preservation with modern renewable energy development. Located in the scenic Uri region of Baramulla district, the project was originally built in 1902…