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Flipkart Customer Duped? Ordered High-End Phone, Got Cheap One Instead

March 20, 2024 Editor

The Kashmir man said he was unable to return the I Kall phone he received instead of the newly-launched Nothing Phone 2a. A Flipkart customer in Bandipore, Kashmir, received a low-cost phone instead of the recently-launched Nothing Phone (2a) that he had ordered. Tuyyab Malilk had paid ₹20,808 for a Nothing Phone (2a) on Flipkart last week. Five days later, he received a package containing a phone from a brand called I Kall. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Malik said he has been trying to return the product but that…

Ladakh Activist Sonam Wangchuk’s Hunger Strike Enters 15th Day, Focuses on Statehood and Constitutional Protections

March 20, 2024 Editor

Braving sub-zero temperatures, environmentalist Sonam Wangchuk began his ‘climate fast’ on March 6. The Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) on Tuesday called for a half-day general strike on Wednesday, March 20, in solidarity with renowned education reformist Sonam Wangchuk, who has been on a hunger strike in Leh since March 6 over his demand for statehood and constitutional safeguards under the sixth schedule for the Union Territory of Ladakh. Braving sub-zero temperatures, environmentalist Sonam Wangchuk began his ‘climate fast’ after talks between the joint representatives of Leh-based Apex body and Kargil…

Protect Your Votes Because EVM is a Thief: Farooq Abdullah at India Bloc Rally

March 18, 2024 Editor

In a stirring address at the India Bloc rally, former Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, Farooq Abdullah, delivered a powerful message urging citizens to safeguard their votes, asserting that Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) are akin to thieves. Abdullah’s impassioned speech resonated with the crowd gathered at the rally, as he voiced concerns over the integrity of the electoral process. His words underscored the need for vigilance and active participation in ensuring the transparency and fairness of elections in the world’s largest democracy. The veteran politician minced no words in…

Railway Expansion Hits a Sour Note: Shopian’s Apple Industry in Jeopardy

March 18, 2024 Editor

Railway expansion gives sleepless nights to Shopian’s apple farmers, An entire village relies on apple cultivation for its livelihood, with over 85 percent of the district’s population directly or indirectly reliant on the apple economy. Shopian, Mar 17: A recently macadamised road winding its way through dense apple orchards from Shopian town, some 66 km south of Srinagar, leads to Reshipora village. The small village comprising 300 households has been in deep distress since the Railway authorities started carrying out a survey in the village for laying a railway track. The…

BJP Launches 2024 Election Campaign in Srinagar, Aims for Political Turnaround

March 18, 2024 Editor

J&K BJP chief Ravinder Raina said on Sunday that the party-led central government has given justice to the Gujjars, Bakerwal, and Pahari communities “With the ST quota extended to many communities, the Paddri tribe, the Gadda Brahmins, the Kohli communities, the Pahari community and others will benefit from a 10% benefit,” he said “Several politicians tried to misguide people on the issue, although it was made clear that the quota provided to Paharis would be separate from the existing quota to STs,” said Raina Srinagar Lok Sabha constituency is not…

J&K Bank employee arrested for allegedly stealing Rs 1.2 crore

March 18, 2024March 18, 2024 Editor

Assistant manager at Jammu and Kashmir Bank was arrested in Reasi district’s Pouni on Saturday for allegedly swindling over ₹1.26 crore from dormant bank accounts over the past three years, said a senior police officer. An assistant manager at Jammu and Kashmir Bank was arrested in Reasi district’s Pouni on Saturday for allegedly swindling over ₹1.26 crore from dormant bank accounts over the past three years, said a senior police officer. He was identified as Ishwinder Singh, assistant manager of J&K Bank at Pouni. A case FIR number 10/2024, under section…

Unveiling Your Sculpted Self: A Guide to Sustainable Fat Loss and Toning

March 18, 2024March 18, 2024 Editor

Beyond the Basics: Advanced Strategies for Sculpting Your Physique By : Saika J The desire for a toned physique is a common pursuit, but navigating the endless stream of fitness advice can be overwhelming. Forget fleeting fad diets and punishing workouts – the key lies in building sustainable habits that empower long-term success. Let’s delve into practical strategies from industry experts to help you achieve your body composition goals. Building a Robust Foundation: Prioritizing Strength Training Strength training isn’t just about bulky muscles; it’s the cornerstone of fat loss and…

The Silent Switch: How Hackers are Targeting eSIM Profiles and What You Can Do to Stay Safe

March 16, 2024March 16, 2024 Editor

Is Your Phone Number Safe? The Hidden Danger of eSIM Technology By: Javid Amin The digital landscape is constantly evolving, and so are the tactics employed by cybercriminals. While traditional SIM card fraud has long been a concern, a new front has emerged in the battle for our data and money: eSIM profiles. What is an eSIM and Why is it Vulnerable? Unlike traditional SIM cards, which are physical chips inserted into your phone, eSIMs (embedded SIMs) are embedded directly into the device during manufacturing. This allows for a sleeker…

Kashmiri Leader Mirwaiz Omer Farooq Urges Unity to Safeguard Shared Identity

March 15, 2024 Editor

For the first time In almost five years since August 2019, Mirwaiz Umar Farooq was allowed to lead a Friday sermon at the historic Jamia masjid Srinagar in the holy month of Ramzan. Addressing the faithful Mirwaiz appealed to all sects and organizations -religious, social, or political to rise above personal and sectarian interests and ensure unity and brotherhood among the people of Jammu and Kashmir to preserve and protect its collective identity. Mirwaiz said that the best way to ensure collectivism is by following basic human, moral, and religious…

Supreme Court Sets March 19 to Hear Pleas Seeking Stay on CAA Rules

March 15, 2024 Editor

Over two hundred petitions, filed in the top court since 2019, have challenged various provisions of the Citizenship Amendment Act. The Supreme Court on Friday agreed to hear pleas seeking a stay of the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), 2019 on March 19. Senior advocate Kapil Sibal mentioned the issue before Chief Justice DY Chandrachud who said that the matter will be listed next week. A clutch of over two hundred connected petitions, filed in the top court since 2019, have challenged various CAA provisions. The law aims to fast-track citizenship to…