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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.

Why Kashmir’s 35°C Feels Like 50°C: The Hidden Heat Traps Fueling a Climate Crisis

July 5, 2025 Editor

Why 35°C in Kashmir Feels Like 50°C: Urban Heat Islands, Climate Change, and Valley Traps By: Javid Amin | Srinagar | 05 July 2025 Kashmir’s Cool Reputation is Melting Once known for its cool summers and fresh breezes, Kashmir is now sizzling. On paper, the temperature in Srinagar hits 35°C, but step outside and it feels like walking into a furnace. Why? Because it’s not just about the number on the thermometer—it’s about how your body experiences heat in a changing landscape. Welcome to Kashmir’s new climate reality, where 35°C…

Will Kashmir’s Summer Vacation Be Extended? Sakina Itoo Hints at Decision Amid Heatwave Crisis

July 5, 2025 Editor

Kashmir Heatwave Sparks Vacation Extension Review: Sakina Itoo Says Final Decision on Sunday By: Javid Amin | Srinagar | 05 July 2025 Heatwave Triggers Urgent Review of Kashmir’s School Calendar As Kashmir swelters under a punishing heatwave, Education Minister Sakina Itoo has confirmed that the government is actively considering an extension to the summer vacation for schools across the Valley. The final decision, she said, will be taken on Sunday, July 6, just a day before schools are scheduled to reopen after a 15-day summer break. Her statement comes at…

Kashmir’s Aquatic Life in Peril: Native Fish Face Extinction Amid Rising Heat and Pollution

July 5, 2025 Editor

Kashmir’s Native Fish at Risk: Heat, Pollution, and Exotic Species Threaten Aquatic Ecosystems By: Javid Amin | Srinagar | 05 July 2025 Kashmir’s Aquatic Life in Peril: The Silent Crisis Unfolding Kashmir’s breathtaking lakes and glacial rivers have long been home to a vibrant array of cold-water fish species, many of them endemic to the region. But today, those same waters are sounding an ecological alarm. From Dal Lake to the Jhelum River, Kashmir’s aquatic ecosystems are under siege from rising temperatures, unchecked pollution, and invasive species. At the heart…

Kashmir’s Climate Wake-Up Call: Srinagar Records Second-Hottest Day at 35.3°C Amid Worsening Heatwave Crisis

July 5, 2025 Editor

Srinagar Heatwave Hits 35.3°C, Second-Hottest Day This Season: Kashmir Faces Climate Emergency By: Javid Amin | Srinagar | 05 July 2025 Heat Rising: Srinagar Records Second-Hottest Day of the Season Kashmir, long known for its mild summers and cool mountain breezes, is now grappling with intense and prolonged heatwaves. On Friday, Srinagar scorched at 35.3°C, making it the second-hottest day of the season after the 35.5°C mark reached on June 24. Even more startling: it was hotter than Jammu, which recorded 35.0°C on the same day. Heatwave Highlights Across Kashmir:…

Monsoon Showers in Kashmir by July 6: A Long-Awaited Relief from Relentless Heat and Agricultural Distress

July 4, 2025 Editor

Kashmir Awaits the Monsoon Miracle By: Javid Amin | Srinagar | 04 July 2025 After weeks of grueling heat, parched landscapes, and mounting agricultural distress, there is finally hope on the horizon for Kashmir. The Meteorological Department has forecast the arrival of monsoon showers in the region beginning July 6, 2025, bringing much-needed relief to both residents and the region’s eco-sensitive horticulture belt. The anticipated rain spells could serve as a lifeline for thousands of orchardists, farmers, and communities battling a relentless heatwave, declining water tables, and record-breaking temperatures. But…

BJP May Get First-Ever Woman President: Nirmala Sitharaman, D Purandeswari Among Probables

July 4, 2025 Editor

BJP May Appoint First Woman President: Nirmala Sitharaman, D Purandeswari in Race By: Javid Amin | 04 July 2025 A Leadership Tipping Point: BJP Eyes First-Ever Woman President As the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) gears up for a major organizational overhaul, a significant milestone appears to be on the horizon: India’s ruling party may soon have its first-ever woman national president. With JP Nadda’s term extended till the 2024 Lok Sabha elections now officially concluded, the stage is set for a leadership reshuffle that could redefine the BJP’s political messaging…

Language, Identity, and Jobs: Why 14 BJP MLAs Oppose Urdu Mandate in J&K Naib Tehsildar Recruitment

July 4, 2025 Editor

The Politics of Language in Jammu & Kashmir’s Bureaucracy By: Javid Amin | Srinagar | 04 July 2025 In a politically sensitive state like Jammu & Kashmir, where language is tied deeply to identity, culture, and history, even a bureaucratic job advertisement can ignite controversy. That’s exactly what happened on July 2, 2025, when a delegation of 14 BJP MLAs met with Chief Minister Omar Abdullah in Srinagar to challenge what they called an “exclusionary and discriminatory policy”: making Urdu a mandatory qualification for Naib Tehsildar posts. The BJP MLAs,…

Dalai Lama’s Visit to Ladakh 2025: A Spiritual Homecoming and Cultural Celebration

July 4, 2025 Editor

Dalai Lama’s 2025 Visit to Ladakh Begins July 12: Spiritual Teachings, Preparations & Cultural Significance By: Javid Amin | Srinagar | 04 July 2025 A Sacred Return to the Mountains In a region defined by silence, spirituality, and snow-capped serenity, His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama returns to Ladakh for a month-long visit beginning July 12, 2025. This will mark his first in-person visit in two years, coming just days after his 90th birthday celebrations held globally from July 5–6. Anticipation is growing in the valleys and monasteries of Leh,…

Kashmir’s Agricultural Revival: Centre Mulling Big Interventions to Empower Farmers and Rebuild the Rural Economy

July 4, 2025 Editor

Centre Plans Major Agriculture Interventions in Kashmir: Dairy, Fisheries, and Gene-Edited Sheep Drive Rural Revival By: Javid Amin | Srinagar | 03 July 2025 A Rural Revival in Motion When people think of Kashmir, they often imagine serene valleys, snow-capped peaks, and a centuries-old tradition of horticulture. But beyond the postcard image lies a reality of economic underdevelopment in rural belts—especially in agriculture, which, despite employing over 70% of the region’s workforce, remains grossly undercapitalized and infrastructure-poor. Now, a sweeping change is on the horizon. Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh,…

Kashmir’s Lifeline River Jhelum Runs Dry: Lowest Levels in Five Years Herald a Regional Crisis

July 3, 2025July 3, 2025 Editor

Kashmir’s Jhelum Hits 5-Year Low: A Climate, Environmental & Humanitarian Emergency By: Javid Amin | Srinagar | 03 July 2025 When the River That Fed Millions Feels Empty The Jhelum River, the vital water artery that has sustained communities, farms, and ecosystems in Kashmir for centuries, is today sounding an alarm. On June 30, the river’s gauge dropped to just 0.57 feet, marking its lowest level in five years—a chilling sign that climate change is no longer on the horizon; it is here. This article delves deep into the factors driving…