September 2021 | Kashmir POST

Strife, Stress, Spirituality: Kashmir in Grip of ‘Infertility Epidemic’

September 30, 2021 Editor

A noted medic’s recent revelation on the alarming rate of infertility cases in Kashmir has created fresh concerns with patients and doctors painting the dismal picture of the critical health situation. By – Zaid Bin Shabir Haunting darkness wrapped the old-fashioned lawns of the Shah House in Srinagar when a dreadful knock on the door raised an alarm. The clock was yet to turn past 6 pm, but the last night’s melodrama and the vicious verbal abuse were still pounding Shahana’s, restless heart. Like a recluse waiting for her proportion…

Declare India ‘Hindu Rashtra’ and terminate nationality of Muslims, Christians: Jagadguru Paramhans

September 30, 2021 Editor

Top Hindu religious leader Jagadguru Paramhans Acharya Maharaj has demanded that the Modi government declare India a ‘Hindu Rashtra’ by October 2 or else he will take ‘Jal Samadhi’ in river Sarayu. The top Hindu religious leader also asked the Government of India to terminate the nationality of Muslims and Christians, reported ANI. “I demand that India should be declared a ‘Hindu Rashtra’ by October 2 or else I’ll take Jal Samadhi in river Sarayu,” Jagadguru Paramhans Acharya Maharaj was quoted as saying by news agency ANI. This is not…

Kashmir: The world’s most misunderstood conflict

September 29, 2021 Editor

Dr. Ghulam Nabi Fai According to expert consensus, Kashmir is the most dangerous place on the planet today because it could trigger nuclear volleys between India and Pakistan. It has sparked two wars between the two South Asian rivals in the past. Thus, this is no time for complacency or aloofness for the world powers. It should seek mediation of the disputed territory (so listed by the United Nations), appoint a special envoy on Kashmir, insist that the genuine political voice of the Kashmiri people be a full partner in…

Outside Companies exploiting JK’s resources, not employing locals: Altaf Bukhari

September 29, 2021September 29, 2021 Editor

‘They are using our water resources but we have to buy electricity” Apni Party President Syed Mohammed Altaf Bukhari has criticized the companies engaged in the execution of power projects and construction of the National Highway for not providing employment to local youth even as they exploit natural resources of Jammu and Kashmir. In this joining program, Congress leader Khushboo Bhagat among over a dozen prominent people including a BJP leader retired Principal C.D Sharma and Advocate Sofia Choudhary on Monday joined Apni Party in presence of Party President, Syed…

‘Hopeful’ that dialogue can happen between two countries: United Nations on India-Pakistan war of words

September 28, 2021 Editor

“We heard the remarks, and I think, despite the tone and the content of the remarks, we always remain hopeful that dialogue can happen,” Stéphane Dujarric, Spokesman for the Secretary-General, said. Despite the “tone and the content” of the remarks made by India and Pakistan against each other during the UN General Assembly, “we always remain “hopeful” that dialogue can happen between the two nations, a spokesperson for UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has said. India slammed Pakistan at the UN after Prime Minister Imran Khan raked up the issue of…

By December 2022, Kashmir will be connected with Kanyakumari by train: LG Manoj Sinha

September 28, 2021 Editor

Jammu and Kashmir Lt Governor Manoj Sinha has announced that Kashmir will be connected to Kanyakumari by train by next year-end. Sinha made the announcement after laying the foundation stone for four national highway projects worth ₹3,612 crores in Jammu and Kashmir, including the Srinagar Ring Road project. Union minister of road transport and highways Nitin Gadkari was also present at the function on Monday evening. “By December 2022, Kashmir will be connected to Kanyakumari by train. Besides, the national highway projects will catalyse the overall socio-economic development of the…

Whole Kashmir is united on restoration of Article 370, 35-A: Dr Farooq Abdullah

September 28, 2021 Editor

Member Parliament and Jammu and Kashmir National Conference president, Dr. Farooq Abdullah Tuesday said every party in JK is united on the restoration of Article 370 and 35-A is concerned and there are no differences. Talking to media persons on the sidelines of a function at Nawai Subh complex in Srinagar, Dr. Farooq said that every party has its own system, however, as far as Jammu and Kashmir, Article 370 and 35-A is concerned, they all are united. Referring to the BJP, he said that they want to create a…

‘Aao Kashmir’ theme will increase tourist footfall in J&K: LG Manoj Sinha

September 28, 2021 Editor

Sinha visits ‘The Paradise Fest’ organized to celebrate World Tourism Week On the occasion of World Tourism Day, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today visited ‘The Paradise Fest’ organized as part of the World Tourism Week celebrations at Zabarwan Park saying the festival will help boost tourist footfall. The Tourism Festival from 27th to 29th September is being organized by various government departments including Tourism Department, JKTDC, SMC in collaboration with NGOs and the Indian Army. The theme of the fest is “Aao Kashmir”. During his visit, the Lt Governor inspected…

Submit verification rolls within 21 days or forego appointment: J&K Admin to Candidates

September 28, 2021 Editor

The Jammu and Kashmir administration on Monday issued an order that candidates whose recommendation is released by the selection agency will have to submit their verification rolls before the appointing authority within a period of 21 days from its release, failing which they will have to forego their right to appointment forthwith. In this context, an order was issued by the commissioner secretary Manoj Kumar Dwivedi on Monday. “In continuation to the government order number 528-JK (GAD) of 2021 dated 21/6/2021, the following shall be inserted ahead of the first…

Kashmir’s famed walnut industry is on the Decline

September 28, 2021 Editor

Walnut producers in Kashmir have been hit by the decline in exports, with the lack of mechanisation in the production process leading to low yield and poor crop quality. Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) produces nearly 98% of India’s total walnut produce, with an annual production of around 2.66 lakh metric tonnes on 89,000 hectares. Each year, walnuts are shipped across the country in cardboard boxes and gunny bags. With walnuts from California, Chile and China entering the Indian market, Kashmir’s walnut industry has suffered a setback. Growers and producers of…