Month: February 2024

Demystifying the Data Deluge: Charting Your Career in AI & Data Science

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Demystifying the Data Deluge: Charting Your Career in AI & Data Science

By : Javid Amin The digital era has ushered in a data revolution, reshaping industries and job landscapes. At the forefront of this transformation are data scientists and AI specialists, navigating a sea of information to unearth insights that drive innovation and propel businesses forward. This article goes beyond the basics, unraveling the myriad career choices within AI and data science, offering insights into each role, and providing a roadmap for aspiring professionals. A Booming Landscape: From Inception to Global Phenomenon The inception of Data Science as an academic program…

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Uttarakhand Police Warns Against Donating to NGOs Linked to Haldwani Violence, Viral Video

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Uttarakhand Police Warns Against Donating to NGOs Linked to Haldwani Violence, Viral Video

An official statement by the Nainital Police on Friday (Feb 23) urged people to refrain from donating to NGOs that aid rioters and propagate false information on social media, days after a video of a man distributing lakhs of rupees in cash went viral. Taking to X, the Nainital Police released a statement that read, “A video is being circulated on social media in which a young man is distributing money among the people in the Banbhoolpura area. Police is investigating in this regard. Information related to NGO’s account number, registration…

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Mirwaiz Seeks Judicial Intervention over Restriction on Leading Prayers

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Mirwaiz Seeks Judicial Intervention over Restriction on Leading Prayers

After his absence from Srinagar’s Jamia Masjid for nearly three months, Mirwaiz Umer Farooq has approached the High Court of J&K and Ladakh challenging continued restrictions on his religious duties. Justice Wasim Sadiq Nargal has given the J&K administration a “last and final opportunity” for the senior additional advocate general to respond to the concerns raised in his petition. Mirwaiz’s writ petition had sought directions from the court to the J&K Chief Secretary, Department of Home and the police chief in Kashmir “not to create any impediments in the day-to-day…

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Unleashing Your Potential: A Woman’s Guide to Work-from-Home Success

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Unleashing Your Potential: A Woman's Guide to Work-from-Home Success

Embrace the Flexibility: Discovering WFH Opportunities By: Javid Amin From navigating childcare’s joys and challenges to seeking flexibility in an ever-evolving world, women today wear many hats. Thankfully, the work-from-home (WFH) landscape offers a spectrum of opportunities, empowering you to balance ambition with personal commitments. This article delves into six lucrative WFH careers, each catering to diverse skillsets and interests. Consider it your springboard to a fulfilling career, crafted from the comfort of your own home. 1. Data Entry: Efficiency Meets Opportunity India’s booming digital landscape presents countless data entry…

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Tragedy at Khanauri Border: One Dead in Clashes Between Farmers and Police

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Tragedy at Khanauri Border: One Dead in Clashes Between Farmers and Police

A protester died from a head injury after Haryana Police dropped tear gas shells on the Khanauri border despite appeals for peace from all quarters. Farmers protest 2.0 on Wednesday witnessed a casualty as a 24-year-old protester succumbed to his injuries after a clash with the Haryana Police on the Khanauri border. Shubh Karan Singh, the young farmer, was taken to the hospital where he died, the hospital sources confirmed. This took place in a major escalation of the protest which has been going on since February 13 with the…

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J&K Congress Criticizes PM’s Silence on Statehood, Elections

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J&K Congress Criticizes PM's Silence on Statehood, Elections

Reacting to Modi’s speech, Bhalla said in a statement that the youth were expecting a big employment package, given the promises held out by the Bharatiya Janata party in 2014 and 2019, but not speaking a word was anti-climax of his visit Former minister and J&K Pradesh Congress Committee working president Raman Bhalla on Tuesday said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi disappointed the people by not spelling out any roadmap for safeguarding the jobs and lands of the permanent residents, granting statehood, addressing the burgeoning unemployment problem, ending developmental inertia…

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Picturesque Scenes as Srinagar Sees Second Snowfall of the Season

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Picturesque Scenes as Srinagar Sees Second Snowfall of the Season

A Winter Wonderland Awakens: Exploring Kashmir’s Snowy Embrace Srinagar: The crisp aroma of pine needles hangs heavy in the air, swirling snowflakes paint a scene straight out of a fairytale, and a hushed silence blankets the landscape – except for the occasional crunch of boots on fresh powder. This is not a dreamy winter escape from a novel, but the magical reality of Srinagar, Kashmir, after its second snowfall this winter. For the past 48 hours, a wintry enchantment has swept across the valley, with higher reaches experiencing a bountiful…

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Baig’s Jammu Rally Presence Sparks Speculation; Denies Rejoining PDP

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Baig's Jammu Rally Presence Sparks Speculation; Denies Rejoining PDP

Former Deputy Chief Minister Muzaffar Hussain Baig on Tuesday praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi and said the lives of people in the country had change under his regime. Baig said he strongly believes in Prime Minister Modi’s remarks that the BJP would secure 370 seats in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. “If you cannot trust his (PM’s) word (on 370 seats in the LS polls), how can you trust my words? It (BJP getting 370 seats and NDA getting 400 seats in LS polls) will happen,” Baig told reporters on…

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The Political Chameleon: Shifting Allegiances and the Evolving Indian Landscape

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The Political Chameleon: Shifting Allegiances and the Evolving Indian Landscape

Beyond the “Opportunist” Label: Unveiling the Complexities of Defection By: Javid Amin The Indian political ecosystem thrives on movement, with leaders routinely shifting allegiances and loyalties. While this dynamism can be interpreted as a sign of political flexibility, it often leaves electorates confused and raises questions about the motivations driving these seemingly abrupt changes. To dissect this phenomenon, we must move beyond accusations of “opportunism” and delve into the intricate tapestry of motivations, ethics, and consequences surrounding party defections. Beyond Simplistic Narratives: Unveiling the Drivers of Defection Reducing defections to…

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KPDCL Advocating New Revenue Collection Policy Linking Salary Disbursement to Cleared Electricity Dues

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KPDCL Advocating New Revenue Collection Policy Linking Salary Disbursement to Cleared Electricity Dues

Kashmir Power Development Corporation Limited (KPDCL) has asked all Deputy Commissioners (DCs) in Kashmir to make the clearing of electricity dues mandatory before releasing salaries or payments to employees and contractors. The power distribution utility has asked DCs to issue orders stating that funds for salaries or contractor payments could only be released after electricity dues have been settled. In a missive to DCs across Kashmir, the Managing Director of KPDCL outlined the rationale behind the directive to make clearance of dues mandatory before salary and payment releases. According to it,…

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