“The history has witnessed that no tyrant lasts for long, and the people do not stay oppressed forever. It is a lesson no one should forget, and I am sure God’s help will come soon,” a pro-Palestine supporter said. Scores of Kashmiri Muslims held a demonstration in central Kashmir’s Budgam district following the congregational Friday prayers in support of Palestinians amid the ongoing attack on the Gaza Strip by Israeli authorities. The protesters raised slogans against the state of Israel and the US, accusing them of carrying out unjust violence…
Read MoreYear: 2023
Kashmiri Children’s Speech Development Impacted by Excessive Screen Time
In what serves as a poignant wake-up call to parents, medical professionals are shedding light on a concerning issue that is becoming increasingly prevalent – delayed speech development in children due to excessive screen time. This unsettling phenomenon has captured the attention of the medical community, highlighting the urgent need for parents to reevaluate the role of digital devices in their children’s lives. Manan Fareed, a private teacher from Lolab, Kupwara, shared his harrowing experience with his own child’s speech delay, saying, “My son was able to speak a few…
Read MoreGovernment Issues Critical Warning for Android 13 and Older Devices: Risks, Affected Devices, and How to Protect Your Phone
In a world that has become increasingly digitized, our smartphones are the gateways to our personal and professional lives. But what happens when these gateways become vulnerable to security threats? The Indian government’s Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology has recently issued a critical warning for older Android devices, specifically those running Android versions 13 and older. This warning comes in response to multiple vulnerabilities in the Android operating system that pose significant risks to users. In this article, we’ll dive into the…
Read MoreWidespread rain and snowfall likely in J&K from tomorrow
The J&K office of MeT said that the weather was mainly clear on Thursday but will become cloudy towards Friday evening with possibility of rain and snowfall over higher reaches during the night at scattered places of J&K Srinagar Jammu and Kashmir will be hit by consecutive Western Disturbances which will bring widespread rains and snowfall between October 14 and 18, the MeT department said on Thursday. The J&K office of MeT said that the weather was mainly clear on Thursday but will become cloudy towards Friday evening with possibility…
Read MoreKCCI Participates in 57th Indian Handicraft Gift Fair in Delhi
The Kashmir Chamber of Commerce & Industry (KCCI) is participating in the 57th Indian Handicraft Gift Fair (IHGF) AUTUMN-2023 at Greater Noida, New Delhi. The fair started on October 12 and will continue till October 16, 2023. The fair is being organised under the auspices of Development Commissioner (Handicrafts), Ministry of Textiles, Government of India. Ten members of the KCCI are participating in the fair. The exhibition was inaugurated by officials of the Export Promotion Council of Handicrafts. A special feature of the exhibition is the participation of artisans representing…
Read MoreKCC&I Expresses Grave Concern Over Erratic Power Supply in Kashmir
The Kashmir Chamber of Commerce & Industry (KCC&I) has expressed grave concern over the erratic power supply in Kashmir, which has been gravely affecting businesses and households alike. In a statement, the KCC&I said that the erratic power supply has been a major concern for the past several weeks, and that the Power Development Corporation (PDC) has failed to address the issue. The KCC&I also criticized the PDC’s contradictory policies, such as promising uninterrupted power supply while installing smart meters, and then announcing a scheduled power supply. The KCC&I has…
Read MoreKashmir Grapples with Beggar Menace: A Comprehensive Analysis
Kashmir Looming Under Beggar’s Threats: A Deep Dive into a Persistent Issue By : Javid Amin Kashmir’s picturesque landscapes, adorned by the Himalayan mountains, have long been a topic of admiration and contemplation. The region, often associated with exquisite natural beauty, has another, less romanticized aspect – a long-standing issue of begging. From the bustling markets of Srinagar to the sacred shrines and bustling eateries, beggars have made their presence known. In this extensive exploration, we delve into the history of begging in Kashmir, its evolving nature, the predominant share…
Read MoreDelhi LG approves Prosecution of Arundhati Roy and Kashmiri Professor Sheikh Showkat Hussain
The case is related to provocative speeches allegedly made by the duo in 2010 Delhi Lt Governor V K Saxena has accorded sanction for the prosecution of author Arundhati Roy and a former Kashmiri professor in a 2010 case related to provocative speeches allegedly made at a conference here, Raj Niwas officials said on Tuesday. The FIR against Roy and former professor Sheikh Showkat Hussain was registered following the orders of the Court of Metropolitan Magistrate, New Delhi, they said. “LG V K Saxena noted that prima facie a case…
Read MoreKashmir Cardiologist: Early Detection and Lifestyle Changes Key to Preventing Heart Disease
Smoking, diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol levels (especially LDL), a family history of heart problems, stress, and unhealthy lifestyle choices are the main contributing factors of heart diseases: Dr Shawl Highlighting the global prevalence of heart disease as the leading cause of death, renowned Interventional Cardiologist, Dr Fayaz Shawl on Tuesday said that early recognition of heart attack symptoms and timely treatment can prevent heart attacks in Kashmir. While addressing a press conference at Paras Hospital Srinagar, Dr Shawl, who is currently holding the position of Director of Interventional…
Read MoreSenior Lecturer disrespects female student’s religious freedom rips off her hijab in Bandipora School
A senior lecturer at a school in Bandipora, Kashmir, reportedly disrespected a female student’s religious freedom by ripping off her hijab. The incident occurred on October 9, 2023, and has caused outrage among the student body and the local community. According to witnesses, the lecturer, who has not been named, was teaching a class when he noticed the student wearing a hijab. He reportedly approached her and asked her to remove it, saying that it was not allowed in the classroom. The student refused, explaining that the hijab is a…
Read More