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

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

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…

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

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

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…

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Man Shot Dead in Srinagar, Another Injured, in Apparent Terrorist Attack

Man Shot Dead in Srinagar, Another Injured, in Apparent Terrorist Attack

The deceased has been identified as Amritpal Singh from Amritsar Terrorists shot dead a worker from Punjab while another sustained injuries in the Habba Kadal area of the city on Wednesday, officials said here. Amritpal Singh, a resident of Amritsar, was shot by the terrorists from point blank range with an AK rifle at Shalla Kadal locality in Habba Kadal around 7 pm, the officials said. They said Singh died on the spot while another non-local worker identified as Rohit, aged 25, sustained injuries in the incident. Rohit also hails…

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Safer Internet Day 2024: Navigating the Digital Jungle with Your iPhone – A Comprehensive Guide

Safer Internet Day 2024 - Navigating the Digital Jungle with Your iPhone – A Comprehensive Guide

Beyond Likes and Shares: Embracing Responsible Tech for a Meaningful Digital Life By: Javid Amin In today’s interconnected world, navigating the online landscape can feel like venturing into a dense jungle. From lurking predators to hidden pitfalls, the need for digital vigilance is stronger than ever. But just like a trusty machete clears the path, Apple’s iPhones come equipped with powerful features designed to empower you and your loved ones to explore the internet safely and securely. As we celebrate Safer Internet Day, let’s embark on a detailed exploration of…

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ST Status for Paharis: Lok Sabha Says Yes, But Jammu Raises Concerns

Proceedings of Lok Sabha gets adjourned

Bill also added Paddari Tribe, Gadda Brahman, and Koli communities to ST list; another Bill to include Valmiki community and synonyms in SC list was also passed Amid street protests led by the Scheduled Tribe Gujjar-Bakarwal community in Jammu against the inclusion of the Pahari Ethnic group in the Union Territory’s Scheduled Tribes list, Lok Sabha on Tuesday passed the Bill to include this community in the UT’s ST list, with Tribal Affairs Minister Arjun Munda categorically asserting that benefits meant for existing STs in the UT will not be…

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Boost for Kashmir Startup Ecosystem: Qul Fruitwall Attracts Foreign Funding

Boost for Kashmir Startup Ecosystem - Qul Fruitwall Attracts Foreign Funding

In a major boost to the startup ecosystem in Kashmir, local horticulture startup Qul Fruitwall (Qul) has become the first private enterprise in the valley to receive global institutional investment. Belgium-based impact investor Incofin has invested Rs 60 crore in Qul, along with Indian growth capital platform Fiedlin. This marks the first instance of a Kashmir-based startup receiving funding from international institutional investors. Founded just 4 years ago, Qul has witnessed remarkable growth in a short span. The startup currently engages with over 5000 farmers in Kashmir and has reached…

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Congress Gains Momentum in Jammu as Three Prominent Leaders From Azad’s Party Switch Sides

Congress Gains Momentum in Jammu as Three Prominent Leaders From Azad's Party Switch Sides

Three prominent members of Democratic Progressive Azad Party (DPAP), including a district general secretary, joined Congress here on Tuesday, a party spokesperson said. DPAP Ramban district general secretary Fareed Ahmad Malik, tehsil president Ramsoo Mohd Nasir Sheikh along with Abdul Latif Malik were welcomed into the party fold by Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee president Vikar Rasool Wani, the spokesperson said. “The doors (of Congress) are open for the people who want to contribute in the party’s efforts to see Jammu and Kashmir out of the present mess,” Wani…

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Uniform Civil Code Faces Religious Hurdles: Muslim Group, MP Highlight Quranic Issues

Muslim body criticises Uniform Civil Code, parliamentarian says against Quran The Uniform Civil Code is against the tenets of the Quran, the holy book of the Muslims, said Samajwadi Party MP ST Hasan on Tuesday, as Uttarakhand chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami tabled the UCC bill in the assembly. The All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) has also criticised the legislation. “We won’t abide by it (UCC Bill) if it is against the ‘hidayat’ (instructions) given to Muslims in the Quran. We don’t have any issue if it is…

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Kashmir Shivers: Pahalgam Records Biting -11.9°C as Cold Returns, Dry Spell to Last Over a Week

Following the recent substantial snowfall, temperatures in Kashmir and most parts of Jammu division plummeted below freezing on Monday while the Meteorological Department predicted dry weather for about a week. The MeT officials here said that Srinagar experienced a low of minus 0.4 degrees Celsius compared to the previous night’s minus 0.7 degrees Celsius considered normal for this time of year. The ski-resort of Gulmarg in Baramulla witnessed a low of minus 10 degrees Celsius, compared to the previous night’s minus 7 degrees Celsius, registering a temperature of 3.3 degrees…

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Unveiling the Art of Walking: A Comprehensive Guide Tailored for Every Life Stage

Unleash Your Inner Walker: Optimize Your Stride for Every Stage of Life By : Saika J In the relentless hustle of modern life, where time for elaborate gym sessions or intricate yoga routines may be a luxury, one often overlooks the profound benefits of a seemingly simple act — walking. Numerous studies have highlighted the long-term advantages of walking, ranging from maintaining heart health to boosting metabolism and even aiding in controlling high blood pressure. The notion of achieving the golden 10,000 steps per day has been widely propagated, but…

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