Sajad Lone Criticizes Omar Abdullah’s Resignation Statement, Questions NC’s Credibility on Statehood Demand By: Javid Amin | Srinagar | 25 June 2025 The debate over Jammu & Kashmir’s full statehood took another dramatic turn as People’s Conference (PC) chief Sajad Lone lashed out at Chief Minister Omar Abdullah for what he termed as “theatrical tantrums” following Abdullah’s statement offering to resign if it would help restore statehood. Lone Dismisses Omar’s Resignation Offer as Political Drama Omar Abdullah’s emotional offer—to step aside if a BJP-led government would facilitate the return of…
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DSEK Mandates Remedial Classes During Summer Break for Schools With Poor Results
DSEK Orders Mandatory Remedial Coaching During Summer Vacation Srinagar | 25 June 2025 In a significant step aimed at improving academic performance, the Directorate of School Education Kashmir (DSEK) has ordered the continuation of remedial classes during the summer break. The directive applies specifically to schools that recorded poor pass percentages in the recently announced JKBOSE Class 10 and Class 12 board examinations. This move is seen as an academic intervention to help bridge learning gaps, enhance subject understanding, and better prepare students for upcoming biannual exams. Early Morning Sessions…
Read MoreCredit War Erupts in J&K Over ₹10,637 Crore Mega Road and Tunnel Projects: Who Deserves the Applause?
Development vs. Recognition—A New War Erupts By: Javid Amin | Srinagar | 25 June 2025 The recent sanctioning of 19 major road and tunnel projects worth ₹10,637 crore in Jammu and Kashmir was expected to trigger excitement and praise. Instead, it has set off a full-blown political credit war, with stakeholders across the spectrum rushing to claim the spotlight. From the Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, and MP Er Rashid’s Awami Ittehad Party (AIP) to the BJP, every faction has a version of “how it happened” and…
Read MoreTrump Announces US-Iran Talks After War: NATO Defends ‘Daddy’ Trump, Iran Admits Nuclear Setback
From Bombs to Bargains – A Shift in Global Drama By: Javid Amin | 25 June 2025 The war is officially over, but the political theater is just beginning. In a move equal parts defiance and diplomacy, former U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that high-level talks between the United States and Iran will begin next week, turning the page from Operation Midnight Hammer to what he now calls “The Great Deal, Part Two.” This diplomatic pivot comes barely a week after U.S. warplanes hammered Iranian nuclear facilities, in what…
Read MoreJammu and Kashmir Statehood Dilemma: Fresh Elections or Legal Transition?
Between a Ballot and the Books of Law By: Javid Amin | Srinagar | 25 June 2025 As Jammu and Kashmir inches closer to regaining its statehood status, a fundamental debate has emerged: Should fresh elections be held once the region transitions from a Union Territory (UT) to a state? Or is the existing 90-member Legislative Assembly, formed under the J&K Reorganisation Act, 2019, sufficient to serve as the legitimate state assembly? The question is more than procedural—it cuts to the core of democratic legitimacy, constitutional interpretation, and political strategy.…
Read MoreSrinagar Records Hottest June Day in 20 Years: Climate Alarm Bells Ring Across Kashmir
20-Year Heat Record Broken in Srinagar Srinagar | 25 June 2025 Srinagar, the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir, recorded a staggering 35.5°C on June 24, the hottest June day in nearly two decades, matching a previous high set in 2005. This is not just a weather statistic—it’s a signal. One that reflects the growing impact of climate volatility in the fragile Himalayan region. From the snow-fed meadows of Pahalgam to the densely populated lanes of Kupwara and Qazigund, the Valley baked under an oppressive sun. Pahalgam, typically known for…
Read MoreMehbooba Mufti Praises Iran’s Resistance: Geopolitical Shockwaves & India’s Diplomatic Tightrope
Mehbooba Mufti Praises Iran’s Resistance: A Political Wake-Up Call By: Javid Amin | Srinagar | 25 June 2025 How PDP’s Chairperson stirred geopolitical debate and reframed Kashmir’s foreign-policy discourse A Kashmiri Voice Echoes in Global Conflict When a prominent political leader like Mehbooba Mufti issues a declaration that “Iran’s resilience brought America and Israel to their knees,” it sends ripples across diplomatic circles. The PDP president didn’t merely comment—she delivered a clear geopolitical statement, warmly endorsing Iran’s stand, labeling Iran’s response a testament to courage and conviction, while also sharply…
Read MoreKarz Se Mukti or a Deeper Debt Trap? KCCI Urges J&K Bank to Extend Loan Settlement Deadline Amid Economic Setback
Kashmir Business Body Urges Bank to Extend Debt Relief Deadline After Pahalgam Crisis Srinagar | 24 June 2025 As the clock ticks down toward the June-end repayment deadline of Jammu and Kashmir Bank’s “Karz Se Mukti” One-Time Settlement (OTS) Scheme, anxiety looms large over hundreds of Valley-based business owners. Many say they simply don’t have the cash flow to meet the bank’s requirement—through no fault of their own. In a strongly worded appeal, the Kashmir Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) has urged Jammu and Kashmir Bank to extend the…
Read MoreHot and Humid Weather in Kashmir: A Climate Alarm Wrapped in Sweat
Understanding Today’s Weather Forecast, Heat Impacts, and What It Means for the Future June brings more than just school vacations and saffron-scented air in Kashmir. This year, it has ushered in an unusually persistent heatwave, transforming even the high-altitude Valley into a sweltering zone that feels more like Delhi or Hyderabad. Today, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast another round of hot and humid weather across several states—including Jammu & Kashmir, parts of North India, West Bengal, Andhra Pradesh, and even Sindh across the border. This is not just…
Read MoreCareers in Artificial Intelligence: Power Moves to Start and Succeed in AI
The Ultimate Guide to Launching a Future-Proof Career in AI from the Ground Up By: Javid Amin | Srinagar | 24 June 2025 Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer science fiction—it’s science fact. From transforming how we shop and communicate to powering medical diagnostics, AI is driving a global technological revolution. In India, and especially in regions like Jammu & Kashmir, where economic diversification is urgently needed, careers in AI offer an exciting and resilient pathway for young minds. But let’s be honest: entering the AI world can feel intimidating.…
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