Abdullah’s Advocate Dialogue with Pakistan on Kashmir: Why Not Extend Talks Beyond Borders?

India is even talking to China, a dialogue is ongoing there. Why not Pakistan?, NC chief Dr. Abdullah asked National Conference (NC) president Dr. Farooq Abdullah and vice president Omar Abdullah pitched for a dialogue with Pakistan over the Kashmir issue on Monday. “You (India) are talking to everyone. India is even talking to China; a dialogue is ongoing there. Why not that side (Pakistan)? You claim a part of J&K is there. The Prime Minister (Narendra Modi) himself says war is no longer a solution. There is no other way…

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Prescription for Danger: Expired Drugs a Bitter Pill to Swallow in Kashmir

Prescription for Danger: Expired Drugs a Bitter Pill to Swallow in Kashmir

In a worrying turn of events, the use of white labels to obscure expiry dates on medicine strips has ignited fear and suspicion among the local populace. The residents have raised their suspicions regarding the possibility of substandard medicines flooding the market, posing serious risks to public health. The practice of concealing expiry dates has raised questions about transparency and accountability within the pharmaceutical industry. Muneer Ahmad, a 30-year-old resident of Srinagar has been suffering from viral infection for the last month. Ahmad consumed many medicines for relief. However, lately, his medication…

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Beyond the Beauty: Unveiling the Ripple Effects of Expensive Flights to Kashmir

Beyond the Beauty: Unveiling the Ripple Effects of Expensive Flights to Kashmir

Kashmir Vs Singapore: Why Your Dream Vacation Might Cost More Here Srinagar : Kashmir, the “Crown of India,” famed for its breathtaking landscapes, serene lakes, and rich cultural heritage, is facing a challenge that threatens to dim its tourist season’s sparkle: skyrocketing airfares. While travelers dream of idyllic houseboat stays on glimmering Dal Lake or adventures amidst snow-capped mountains, the reality of exorbitant flight costs casts a shadow on these aspirations. Imagine this: a summer escape to Kashmir, a haven nestled in the Himalayas, costing more than a vacation to…

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Farooq Abdullah: ‘EVM is a Theft Machine’, Warns of VVPAT Fraud, Attacks PM Modi

Farooq Abdullah: 'EVM is a Theft Machine', Warns of VVPAT Fraud, Attacks PM Modi

Farooq Abdullah warned all voters against VVPAT fraud, calling EVMs “theft machines”, and lobbed attacks at PM Modi over communal politics. National Conference president and former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Farooq Abdullah on Sunday warned the voters in the union territory against EVM and VVPAT fraud, urging them to be vigilant when it comes to manipulations in the Electronic Voting Machines. Terming EVMs as “theft machines”, the former J&K chief minister urged all the voters in Kashmir to check the LED light on the machines when they go in…

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Exploring the New Frontier: Top Work-From-Anywhere Jobs Unveiled

Exploring the New Frontier: Top Work-From-Anywhere Jobs Unveiled

Ditch the Desk, Embrace the Globe: Your Ultimate Guide to Work-From-Anywhere Jobs By: Javid Amin In today’s rapidly evolving job market, the allure of work-from-anywhere positions has skyrocketed, offering professionals unprecedented flexibility to shape their careers from virtually any corner of the globe. This paradigm shift comes in the wake of escalating mandates for remote work and the increasingly flexible policies adopted by forward-thinking employers. A recent study conducted by the renowned jobs portal, FlexJobs, titled ‘Top 30 Companies That Hire for Work-From-Anywhere Jobs,’ delved into data spanning from January…

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Tragedy on Kashmir Roads: Soldier Killed, Eight Injured in Vehicle Crash

Tragedy on Kashmir Roads: Soldier Killed, Eight Injured in Vehicle Crash

An Armyman was killed and eight others were injured on Saturday when their vehicle skidded off the road and fell in a gorge in Anantnag, officials said. The accident occurred in the Verinag area of the south Kashmir district. Nine army personnel were injured and rushed to the hospital, they said. Of the nine injured, one jawan succumbed to his injuries, they said. According to the official, an Army vehicle of 19 Rashtriya Rifles went out of the driver’s control at Batagund village in Verinag area of Anantnag district and…

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Farooq Abdullah Accuses PM Modi of Spreading Fear and Hate Among Hindus to Regain Power

Farooq Abdullah Accuses PM Modi of Spreading Fear and Hate Among Hindus to Regain Power

Most National Conference party leaders have made the BJP and its anti-Muslim narrative central to their election campaign in the Kashmir Valley Former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister and National Conference (NC) president Farooq Abdullah on Saturday said Prime Minister Narendra Modi was spreading hate and infusing fear psychosis among Hindus to return to power in the country. Speaking at an election rally in Srinagar’s Khanyar area, Dr. Abdullah referred to the speeches made by Mr. Modi in elections rallies across the country. “Mr. Modi’s poll speeches are all about…

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Imran Khan’s Defiant Message from Prison: ‘All That Is Left for Pak Army Is to Murder Me, But I Would Prefer Death Over Slavery’

Imran Khan's Defiant Message from Prison: 'All That Is Left for Pak Army Is to Murder Me, But I Would Prefer Death Over Slavery'

“I have stated publicly that if anything happens to me or my wife (Bushra Bibi), Gen. Asim Munir will be responsible. But I am not afraid because my faith is strong. I would prefer death over slavery,” he says. Pakistan’s former Prime Minister Imran Khan has lamented the sorry state of affairs in the country where political leaders like him languish in jail and said all that is left for the powerful military leadership was to “murder” him. In a column for the UK’s ‘Daily Telegraph’ newspaper, penned from the…

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Potholes and Progress? Unfinished Smart City Works Plague Srinagar Commuters

Potholes and Progress? Unfinished Smart City Works Plague Srinagar Commuters

As the smart city projects meant to give better infrastructure to Srinagar linger on, normal life in the city has been badly affected. Everyday issues such as traffic jams, accidents, and patients dying on roads have been making headlines. The commuters in Srinagar said that traffic jams due to pothole-ridden roads and dug-up roads have been a major issue. They said that during peak hours, the issues get worse as office goers and students rush towards their respective destinations. “I have been avoiding travelling in my four-wheeler and rely on…

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The Vanishing Crown: How Climate Change is Stealing Kashmir’s Water and Beauty

The Vanishing Crown: How Climate Change is Stealing Kashmir's Water and Beauty

Vanishing Paradise: Kashmir’s Water Crisis Threatens Its Breathtaking Beauty By: Javid Amin The “Crown of India,” Kashmir, is losing its jewels. Climate change is rapidly altering the delicate water balance of this breathtaking region, leading to melting glaciers, receding rivers, and a growing water crisis. This crisis threatens not just Kashmir’s stunning landscapes but the very lifeblood of its people, their livelihoods, and their cultural identity. A Warming Threat: The Himalayas on the Brink The Himalayas, often referred to as the “Third Pole” due to their vast freshwater reserves stored…

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