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Article 370: India disputes criticism from Muslim nations

December 13, 2023December 13, 2023 Editor

India rejects the statement issued by the General Secretariat of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation, MEA said in a statement. New Delhi: India’s Ministry of External Affairs, in strongly worded remarks, slammed the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), an international grouping of Muslim nations, for criticising the Supreme Court’s recent verdict upholding the Central government’s decision to revoke Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir. MEA spokesperson Arindam Bagchi, in an oblique reference to Pakistan, said the grouping released the statement at the behest of an “unrepentant promoter of cross-border terrorism”,…

Winterproofing Your Parents: Simple Steps to Shield Them from Pneumonia This Season

December 13, 2023December 13, 2023 Editor

Protecting Elderly Lungs in Winter: 5 Key Tips to Beat the Chill and Breathe Easy Winter’s icy grip can be harsh on everyone, but for older adults, the risk of respiratory illness, particularly pneumonia, soars. Colder temperatures and drier air conspire to weaken their defenses, making them more susceptible to these potentially serious infections. But fear not! By incorporating a few simple lifestyle tweaks, we can shield their precious lungs and ensure they enjoy a healthy and happy winter. 1. Immunity Boost: Fuel their defenses: Encourage a diet rich in vibrant…

Parliament in Chaos: Intruders Storm Lok Sabha, Jump from Gallery, Spray Gas

December 13, 2023 Editor

Lok Sabha security breach: Two intruders jumped from the visitors’ gallery and ran amock inside the Lok Sabha spraying some gas. In a major security breach in the Lok Sabha on Wednesday – the 22nd anniversary of the Parliament attack – two intruders jumped into the Lok Sabha from the visitors’ gallery and started running around the House. The proceeding of the Lok Sabha was suspended and the MPs started coming out of the Lok Sabha. There was a commotion as the intruder — wearing a blue jacket — was…

Voice of Deceit, Grip of Greed: Phone Scam Convinces 2 to Part with ₹5L in Heartbreaking Twist

December 13, 2023December 13, 2023 Editor

Cyber Fraud Strikes Mohali: Unraveling the Deceptive Web By: Javid Amin In a concerning turn of events, Mohali has witnessed two cases of cyber fraud, unraveling a sophisticated web of deceit that has left two individuals poorer by Rs 5.3 lakh. The incidents, reported on Friday, involved fraudsters assuming the identities of victims’ relatives and skillfully extracting substantial sums of money. In the first case, Ajit Singh, a resident of Sector-70, found himself ensnared in the deceptive tactics of a cyber criminal. A call via WhatsApp purportedly from a relative…

Paradise Lost? Farooq Abdullah Blames BJP as Kashmir Feels the Chill

December 13, 2023 Editor

Abdullah, who is at present Lok Sabha MP from Srinagar, triggered a controversy when he said earlier “let Kashmir go to hell”. Veteran politician and former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Farooq Abdullah on Tuesday accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of turning the erstwhile state “into hell” by downgrading it to a Union Territory. Abdullah, who is at present Lok Sabha MP from Srinagar, triggered a controversy when he had mentioned earlier that “let Kashmir go to hell”. However, as the controversy started playing on various news channels, Abdullah…

Navigating the Digital Landscape: A Call for Individual Responsibility in Cybersecurity

December 12, 2023December 12, 2023 Editor

Navigating the Digital Landscape: Cultivating Individual Responsibility in Cybersecurity By : Javid Amin In our contemporary digital landscape, the mantle of ensuring online security is not solely borne by corporations and governments. Individual vigilance and responsible behavior stand as crucial pillars of cybersecurity, forming the foundational basis upon which a safe and secure digital environment can be established. Prioritizing Awareness: Scrutinize before you engage: Exercise caution when encountering links, attachments, or unsolicited offers, irrespective of their apparent source. The exercise of a healthy dose of skepticism is paramount in navigating…

‘Ghost of Article 370 Laid to Rest’ Say Valmiki Community and Right-Wing Parties: Focus on Development Now

December 12, 2023December 12, 2023 Editor

Barring celebrations by the Valmiki community and a few right-wing parties, such as Bajrang Dal and Shiv Sena, there were no mega celebrations across the region The heterogeneous society of Jammu, comprising displaced Kashmiri Pandits, Dogras, Valmiki community, Gujjars and refugees from Pakistan Occupied Kashmir and West Pakistan largely expressed relief after the Supreme Court’s verdict on Article 370. Barring celebrations by the Valmiki community and a few right-wing parties, such as Bajrang Dal and Shiv Sena, there were no mega celebrations across the region. Though the common people carried…

Kashmir Shivers at Record-Breaking Minus 4.8°C: Deep Freeze Grips Valley

December 12, 2023 Editor

While parts of Kashmir were engulfed by shallow fog, Valley continued to reel under deep freeze with Srinagar recording a minimum of 4.8 degrees celsius. Meteorological Department officials have predicted mainly dry and cold weather in J&K till December 16. “Dry and cold weather is likely to continue till 16th December,” they said, adding, “Shallow to moderate fog is likely to continue at many places of Kashmir Division.” “The mercury settled two notches below yesterday’s temperature of minus 4.4°C and surpassed the season’s lowest minus 4.6°C on the weekend in…

Delhi High Court Refuses to Grant Divorce to Omar Abdullah from Wife Payal Abdullah

December 12, 2023 Editor

The Delhi high court rejected former Jammu and Kashmir CM Omar Abdullah’s plea seeking divorce from his estranged wife Payal Abdullah. The Delhi high court on Tuesday rejected former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah’s plea seeking divorce from his estranged wife Payal Abdullah. The court was of the view that there is no infirmity in the order passed by the family court and the allegations of cruelty that were levelled were vague. “No infirmity in the order of the family court. Allegations of cruelty were vague. We find no…

Beyond the Silence: A Deep Disappointment Grips Kashmir After SC Upholds Article 370 Abrogation

December 12, 2023 Editor

After the Supreme Court judgement upholding the abrogation of Article 370 as “valid”, a sense of “hushed disappointment” swept through the streets of Kashmir. Be it shop fronts, taxis or auto stands, the people discussed their hurt and sadness, albeit in muted voices. The people say that it was because of the “aggressive posture of the authorities to any form of protests or dissent since the abrogation of Article in August 2019.” “The Supreme Court has put the final nail in the coffin of J&K’s special status. It was what…