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Combating PDD Fraud: A Guide to Protecting Yourself and Your Community

February 10, 2024February 12, 2024 Editor

By: Javid Amin Deceptive tactics targeting individuals have become increasingly sophisticated, and the realm of utility bill payments is no exception. “PDD Fraud,” characterized by misleading messages claiming imminent disconnection due to unpaid bills, seeks to exploit anxiety and pressure individuals into making false payments. This article empowers you with the knowledge and practical steps to safeguard yourself and your community from such scams. Understanding the Mechanics of PDD Fraud: These fraudulent messages exploit fear and exploitations in digital literacy. Perpetrators often impersonate legitimate organizations like your local electricity provider (Power…

Road Accident in Gulabgarh-Machail Claims Multiple Lives, Including a Minor

February 10, 2024 Editor

Jammu: Three people, including an infant, were killed and 12 others were injured when an SUV skidded off the road and plunged into a deep gorge in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kishtwar district, officials said on Saturday. The overloaded passenger vehicle met with the accident at the Hakoo village on the Gulabgarh-Machail road late Friday evening, the officials said. They said three people – Daya Krishan (36), Sabita Devi (30) and a 15-day-old boy – were killed and 12 others were injured in the accident. Four critically injured people were admitted in…

Mirwaiz Prevented from Delivering Special Speech at Srinagar Mosque

February 10, 2024 Editor

Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, who was expected to lead congregational prayers at Srinagar’s Jamia Masjid on Friday, was not allowed to leave his residence yet again. The management committee of the mosque had announced on February 7 that Mirwaiz would address people at the grand mosque on February 9. His special sermon was meant to mark Shab-e-Mehraj at Jamia Masjid, an auspicious occasion in the Islamic calendar. The Anjumam Auqaf Jama Masjid committee said that early Friday, a contingent of police vehicles was stationed outside his residence and he was detained.…

J&K Leader Abdullah Open to Alliance with BJP on Certain Conditions, Claims Sajad Lone

February 10, 2024 Editor

Peoples Conference chairman Sajad Gani Lone has accused National Conference president Dr Farooq Abdullah of being desperate to ally with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Lone said Abdullah’s frequent recitations of ‘bhajans’ are not rooted in altruism but rather as a means to remind the BJP of their past camaraderie. “I genuinely believe that he is begging the BJP for an alliance,” Lone said. The statement has come in the wake of Farooq Abdullah’s recent appearance on a television show where he was seen singing ‘bhajans’. Abdullah has been vocal…

Winter Woes Persist: Srinagar and Pahalgam Face Frigid Temperatures

February 10, 2024 Editor

The maximum day temperatures climbed 2 to 4 degrees above normal across the Himalayan valley on Friday, with mercury settling at 11.5 degrees Celsius in the summer capital Srinagar. Kashmir witnessed a sunny day on Friday while temperatures on the previous night plunged several degrees below normal, the Srinagar meteorological (MeT) centre said. The maximum day temperatures climbed 2 to 4 degrees above normal across the Himalayan valley on Friday, with mercury settling at 11.5 degrees Celsius in the summer capital Srinagar. Experience Delhi’s rich history through a series of…

Navigate the Ever-Evolving IT Landscape: Top 5 Skills for 2024 and Beyond

February 9, 2024 Editor

Beyond Skills: The Importance of Work Ethic, Communication, and Collaboration By: Javid Amin The information technology (IT) sector pulsates with the rhythm of continuous change. Like a river carving its path through ever-shifting terrain, technological advancements leave their mark, reshaping the landscape and demanding adaptation from those who tread within it. To thrive in this dynamic environment, mastering critical skills is paramount. While the industry remains fluid, several core competencies retain their relevance, paving the way for success in the coming year and beyond. Let’s embark on a journey through…

Haldwani: 4 Killed, Over 100 Injured in Communal Violence; Schools Shut, Internet Suspended

February 9, 2024February 9, 2024 Editor

Communal tension gripped Haldwani on Thursday evening after violence broke out over the demolition of an “illegally built” madrasa Communal tension gripped the Haldwani area of Nainital district on Thursday evening after violence broke out in Banbhoolpura over the demolition of an “illegally built” madrasa, officials familiar with the matter said. The district magistrate of the district has imposed a curfew in Banbhoolpura. A ‘shoot-at-sight’ order has also been issued against the rioters. Vehicles set on fire by miscreants over the demolition of an “illegally built” madrasa at Banbhoolpura area…

Jammu and Kashmir Records Driest, Warmest January in 43 Years

February 8, 2024 Editor

In terms of snowfall or rains, Srinagar city witnessed the second driest January in the past four decades, recording a mere 3.0 mm of precipitation in the month this year, it said. Several parts of Jammu and Kashmir, including Srinagar city, witnessed the warmest January in 43 years, the Meteorological Centre Srinagar’s data said. In terms of snowfall or rains, Srinagar city witnessed the second driest January in the past four decades, recording a mere 3.0 mm of precipitation in the month this year, it said. The lowest precipitation in…

Boost Your Brainpower: Start Your Reading Adventure Today; A Practical Guide for Students

February 8, 2024February 8, 2024 Editor

Unleashing the Power of the Page: A Student’s Guide to Cultivating a Lifelong Love of Reading By: Javid Amin In our hyper-connected world, where information bombards us from every screen, the art of reading often languishes in the shadows. OTT platforms beckon, social media feeds scroll endlessly, and video games promise immersive adventures – all vying for our attention, leaving the dusty tomes on our shelves yearning to be opened. But amidst the digital cacophony, reading remains a silent superpower, waiting to be unlocked. Why, then, should we resurrect this…

Inclusion of Paharis in ST List Raises Concerns Among Gujjars, Omar Abdullah Denied Visit to Rajouri; Mobile Internet Suspended

February 8, 2024 Editor

Omar targets BJP over denial of permission to visit Rajouri Mobile internet services suspended in Rajouri, Poonch A day after the Bill granting Scheduled Tribe (ST) status to Pahari-speaking people and some other groups was passed in Lok Sabha, mobile internet services in Rajouri and Poonch were suspended as members of the Gujjar community expressed anger over the step of the Centre. Leaders of Gujjar community said that they would go to the Supreme Court once the Constitution (Jammu and Kashmir) Scheduled Tribes Order (Amendment) Bill is passed by Rajya…