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Winter Woes: Kashmir Readies for Snow, Srinagar Airport Flights Delayed

January 4, 2025 Editor

Officials said that the foggy weather affected life in the Himalayan valley while the visibility reduced to 300 m at the Srinagar Airport With the Valley bracing for a major snow spell from Saturday, Friday’s foggy weather interrupted flights at Srinagar International Airport on Friday with visibility reducing to 300 m. Officials said that the foggy weather affected life in the Himalayan valley while the visibility reduced to 300 m at the Srinagar Airport. The visibility should be 1,000-1,100 m for flights to take off and land. An airport official…

Budget-Friendly Luxury: Vande Bharat Express Opens New Doors to Kashmir

January 3, 2025January 3, 2025 Editor

An Affordability Revolution for Kashmir’s Travel Economy By: Javid Amin January 2025 marks a groundbreaking chapter in Kashmir’s travel story with the much-anticipated launch of the Vande Bharat Express, India’s flagship semi-high-speed rail project. The train promises to transform the travel experience to and from the Valley, offering not just speed but unparalleled comfort and affordability. As this modern marvel takes its first journey, connecting New Delhi to Srinagar in just 13 hours, it sets the stage for a new era of connectivity, affordability, and economic growth for the region.…

Centre Should Restore Statehood Before Court Intervention : Omar Abdullah

January 3, 2025 Editor

Hope UT status temporary, dual power centres of no good; Says before moving court, Centre must be given chance to restore statehood Hoping that Jammu and Kashmir’s status as a Union Territory is a “temporary phase”, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday said the Centre should be given the first opportunity to restore statehood rather than immediately approaching the court. In his first detailed media interaction in Srinagar since assuming office two months ago, Omar emphasised that dual centres of power were “not to anyone’s advantage”. Responding to a question…

Hope Beyond Addiction: How Kashmir is Fighting the Gambling Menace

January 3, 2025 Editor

Entertainment to Hopelessness: The Impact of Internet Gambling on Kashmir Valley’s Social Well-Being By: Javid Amin The rise of internet gambling in the Kashmir Valley paints a stark picture of how technology, while revolutionary, can also create unforeseen societal challenges. What once might have been viewed as a casual pastime has evolved into a complex social issue, with devastating consequences for individuals and families. With the rapid proliferation of smartphones and affordable internet access, online gambling has gained a firm foothold in Kashmir, drawing in a generation of users seeking…

KCCI Urges J&K Bank to Lift Monetary Caps on ‘Karz-se-Mukti’ Scheme

January 2, 2025 Editor

KCCI Pushes for Unrestricted ‘Karz-se-Mukti’ Scheme to Aid Borrowers Srinagar, January 1: The Kashmir Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) has called on Jammu & Kashmir Bank to eliminate all monetary caps and ceilings from its recently announced special one-time settlement scheme, named “Karz-se-Mukti.” According to the Chamber, the scheme must operate without any upper limits to effectively address the diverse needs of borrowers across all segments of the business community. The existing scheme includes a ceiling of ₹5 crore, which the Chamber identifies as a significant impediment to its…

Mystery in Bhaderwah: Three Dead in Guest House, Charcoal Heater Blamed

January 2, 2025 Editor

Three found dead in guest house in Bhaderwah, police suspect asphyxiation Three people were found dead under suspicious circumstances in a guest house in Jammu and Kashmir’s Doda district, officials said. A charcoal heater was found in the room and the trio could have died due to asphyxiation, they said. According to police, a man informed them that his sibling, who had gone to Bhaderwah, was not responding to calls. Police tracked the location of his brother’s mobile phone late Wednesday night and dispatched a team, they said. The team traced…

Ramban Bus Assault: Construction Employees Targeted by Masked Assailants

January 2, 2025 Editor

Four construction firm employees injured in attack on bus by ‘masked men’ in Ramban Four employees of a construction company sustained minor injuries in an attack on a bus carrying them to a project site in J&Ks Ramban district on Wednesday. The incident led to the detention of eight individuals who are currently being interrogated, according to officials. The bus, which was en route to a tunnelling project site in Marog, was intercepted by masked assailants at Seri in the evening. The attackers boarded the vehicle and began assaulting its…

Kashmir Holiday Controversy: Political Titans NC, PDP, and BJP at Loggerheads

January 1, 2025 Editor

NC, PDP and BJP spar over Kashmir holiday row Srinagar, Jan 01: The exclusion of holidays on December 5 and July 13 has generated a debate as different views are emerging from the political parties on the issue following the issuance of a government calendar of holidays. The debate has emerged days after the J&K Government issued a calendar of holidays for the year 2025 in which the holiday on December 5 and July 13 was omitted. The move took everybody by surprise as the J&K NC led government had earlier…

How AI Can Help You Ace Your Board Exams: A Complete Guide

January 1, 2025 Editor

Smart Ways to Use ChatGPT for Effective Board Exam Preparation By: Javid Amin Board exams are a significant milestone in every student’s academic journey, often bringing stress and pressure to perform well. With advancements in technology, tools like ChatGPT have emerged as game-changers, offering innovative ways to enhance preparation strategies. ChatGPT, an AI-powered tool, can assist students by simplifying complex concepts, creating study plans, and providing practice tests. However, its real power lies in how effectively students can leverage it for their unique needs. This guide delves into creative and…

Digital Justice: Cyber Police Kashmir Cracks Down on Fraudsters, Recovers ₹4.72 Crore

January 1, 2025 Editor

Action against online scams: Cyber Police Kashmir recovers Rs 4.72 crore in 2024 Srinagar, Dec 31: In 2024 the Cyber Police Kashmir Zone, Srinagar, set a new benchmark by recovering Rs 4.72 crore defrauded from victims of online scams. In a statement issued, by the Cyber Police Kashmir said that the money was handed over to the rightful owners and the cyber criminals were dealt as per law. “This significant accomplishment underscores Cyber Police Kashmir’s dedication to combating cybercrime and safeguarding citizens from financial losses,” the statement reads. The Cyber Police…