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Javid Amin - IT Consultant, Freelance Writer, Travel Enthusiast, Entrepreneur Javid Amin is a dynamic professional with a diverse skill set and a passion for technology, travel, and entrepreneurship. With a background in IT engineering, he excels as an IT consultant and is equally enthusiastic about staying ahead in the ever-evolving tech world. Javid's creative flair shines through his work as a freelance writer, where he crafts engaging content across a wide spectrum of topics. As a travel enthusiast and consultant, he shares his love for exploration and his deep knowledge of Kashmir's hidden gems. Javid is also the visionary behind several successful digital ventures, each contributing to the promotion of Kashmir's beauty, culture, and craftsmanship. His career embodies versatility, creativity, and a deep connection to his roots. Printer, Publisher, Editor of "Weekly Shohrat - Kashmir" (Print Edition) as well owner of online news portals www.KashmirPost.org / www.KashmirInFocus.com.

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…

Birding Breakthrough: Persian Wheatear Seen in Kashmir After 100 Years

January 1, 2025 Editor

Kashmir’s Rare Bird Persian Wheatear Photographed After Over A Century Srinagar: The red-tailed wheatear, also known as the rusty-tailed wheatear, Persian wheatear, or Afghan wheatear (Oenanthe chrysopygia), has been photographed for the first time by birdwatchers in Kashmir. Three enthusiastic birdwatchers from the “Birds of Kashmir” club— Irfan Jeelani, Ansar Ahmad, and Sheikh Riyaz—made the sighting. The trio documented the red-tailed wheatear in the scenic Zabarwan mountains in Srinagar. “We sighted the bird in the Zabarwan hills on December 22,” Jeelani told . “It took us time to verify the bird’s…

Katra Shutdown Continues: Locals Stand Firm Against Ropeway Proposal

January 1, 2025 Editor

Katra bandh enters Day 7 as deadlock persists over proposed ropeway plan Katra, the base camp for Mata Vaishno Devi pilgrimage, witnessed a shutdown for the seventh consecutive day on Tuesday as the locals continued their protest against the proposed ropeway project in the Trikuta Hills of Reasi district. The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Sangharsh Samiti had called for the shutdown on Wednesday, announcing that all activities in Katra would remain suspended. The bandh has disrupted normal life in one of the busiest towns in the country, as thousands of…

J&K Govt Faces Backlash Over Holiday Calendar: Sheikh Abdullah’s Birthday, Martyrs’ Day Missing

December 31, 2024 Editor

LG-J&K Govt latest flashpoint: Holiday calendar skips Sheikh Abdullah birthday, Martyrs’ Day The 2025 holiday calendar of the Jammu and Kashmir government’s administration department has become the latest flashpoint in the already tense relationship between the Raj Bhawan and the National Conference (NC)-led government in the Union Territory. Following the move, the NC said it would reiterate its demand for J&K’s “statehood”, adding that “dual power centres cannot work anymore”. In the official calendar, which was announced on Sunday, the J&K general administration department headed by IAS officer M Raju…

J&K Braces for Moderate Snowfall on Jan 4-5; Dry Weather Until Year-End

December 31, 2024 Editor

Moderate snowfall likely in J&K on Jan 4, 5: The Meteorological Centre Srinagar, Dec 30: The Meteorological Centre Srinagar today forecast snow at many places of Jammu and Kashmir from January 3 to 6, with peak activity on January 4 and 5. The weather conditions will likely remain dry till December 31, the MeT official said. He said two Western Disturbances (WDs) in quick succession likely to affect Jammu and Kashmir, and adjoining areas from January 1 onwards. The official said from January 1 to 2, the J&K will likely be…

Freezing in Gulmarg and Pahalgam: Kashmir Valley Experiences Mixed Weather

December 31, 2024 Editor

Gulmarg, Pahalgam reel under cold wave; relief from harsh weather in rest of Valley Even as heavy snowfall has brought a relief to the harsh weather in Kashmir Valley, the night temperatures recorded a steep fall in three major tourists destinations—Gulmarg in north Kashmir, Pahalgam in South Kashmir and Sonmarg in Central Kashmir. According to the MeT department, the night temperatures in Gulmarg on Sunday night was recorded at minus 10° Celsius; Sonamarg registered minus 9.9°C and Pahalgam settled at minus 9.2°C. The summer capital Srinagar saw a night temperature…

Major Power Outage Hits Kashmir After Heavy Snowfall

December 28, 2024 Editor

Major Power Outage in Kashmir After Heavy Snowfall, Restoration Expected by Evening Srinagar, December 29, 2024 – The Kashmir valley is grappling with widespread power outages following a heavy snowfall last night that disrupted electrical services, leaving many areas in darkness. The region has been significantly impacted as power supply interruptions continue to affect daily life and essential services. Extent of the Outage Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, who also holds the portfolio of Power Development Department (PDD), is closely monitoring the situation. In a post on X,…

Katra Bandh Continues: Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Sangharsh Samiti Demands Ropeway Project Halt

December 28, 2024 Editor

Sangharsh Samiti extends bandh against ropeway project by 72 hours in Katra The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Sangharsh Samiti on Friday night extended the bandh by 72 hours to press for the fulfilment of their demands, including shelving the proposed ropeway project and releasing detained protesters in Katra, the base camp of the Mata Vaishno Devi temple. Katra observed a complete shutdown for the third consecutive day on Friday in protest against the proposed ropeway project in the Trikuta hills of Jammu and Kashmir’s Reasi district. Several women and children…

Kashmir Transformed by Season’s First Snowfall; Flight Operations Affected

December 28, 2024 Editor

Srinagar Experiences First Snowfall of the Season: Winter Arrives in Kashmir Srinagar, December 27, 2024 – Srinagar, the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir, has experienced its first snowfall of the season, marking the beginning of winter. Images of snowfall in Pulwama, Anantnag, and Srinagar have quickly spread across social media, bringing joy and excitement to residents and tourists alike. Snowfall and Weather Conditions Recent snowfall in various parts of Kashmir has brought a slight increase in minimum temperatures, according to officials cited by PTI. A western disturbance hit Jammu…