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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.

Surprise Inspections Reveal High Absenteeism: Deputy CM Vows Action

November 29, 2024November 29, 2024 Editor

Deputy CM warns against absenteeism in govt offices Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Kumar Choudhary on Thursday launched a series of surprise inspections of government offices and expressed dissatisfaction with their functioning. He also issued stern warnings and asked the officials to perform their duties with accountability and transparency for the welfare of the people. Choudhary emphasised that action would be taken against the officials lacking accountability in governance and failing to perform their duties. Taking note of some complaints, the Deputy Chief Minister conducted a surprise inspection…

Kashmir’s Harsh Winter Brings Surge in Cardiovascular Emergencies

November 29, 2024 Editor

Winter raises stroke, heart attack risks in Kashmir Srinagar, Nov 28: In Kashmir, one in three adults has hypertension and with temperatures plummeting across the Valley, medical experts are raising alarms about the rising risks of hypertension during the winter months, highlighting the need for regular monitoring and precautionary measures. Cardiologists spoke to shared their insights on how cold temperatures, lifestyle changes, and dietary habits during winter contribute to an increase in high blood pressure and related health complications. Senior cardiologist at Sher-e-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS), Soura, Dr Imran…

Ajmer Dargah Dispute Sparks Outrage Among J&K Politicians

November 29, 2024 Editor

PDP president Mehbooba Mufti attacks “dangerous trajectory of communal polarisation sparked by a controversial judgment delivered by a former CJI”. Political leaders of Jammu and Kashmir reacted sharply on Thursday after a Rajasthan court issued notices in a lawsuit filed by Hindu groups alleging that a temple existed below the Ajmer Sharif Dargah. The court on Wednesday issued notices to various parties in the lawsuit filed by Hindu groups claiming that a temple existed under the Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti shrine at Ajmer and sought worshipping rights. Former J&K chief minister and…

Statehood Struggle: Karra Claims Centre’s Reluctance to Restore J&K’s Full Status

November 28, 2024 Editor

Powerful elements at centre unwilling to restore full statehood to J&K, claims JKPCC president Karra Rajouri/Jammu, Nov 26: J&K Pradesh Congress Committee (JKPCC) president Tariq Hameed Karra said on Tuesday that the central government is not willing to restore full statehood to Jammu and Kashmir. He said the Congress will not accept any amendment and will continue to press for restoration of full statehood to J&K as early as possible. Talking to reporters on the sidelines of a public rally organised in the Rajouri district to celebrate 75th Constitution Day, Karra…

Waheed Para Faces Breach of Privilege Notice: 7 Days to Respond

November 28, 2024 Editor

PDP’s Waheed Para gets 7 days to respond to ‘breach of privilege’ notice The Jammu and Kashmir Assembly has given PDP legislative party leader Waheed-ur-Rehman Para seven days to respond to a “breach of privilege” notice issued over his speech in the House earlier this month. Para, a first-time member of the legislative Assembly, is accused of breach of privilege by National Conference MLA Nazir Ahmad Khan Gurezi. “The office is in receipt of a communication from Gurezi, in which it has been stated that Waheed Ur Rehman Para, during…

Kashmir in the Deep Freeze: Sub-Zero Temperatures Persist

November 28, 2024 Editor

Jammu and Kashmir experienced dry weather with night temperatures below zero, and coldest recorded at Pahalgam (-4.4°C). Light rain and snow expected soon. The weather remained dry across Jammu and Kashmir, with night temperatures dropping below zero, the meteorological centre (MeT) in Srinagar said on Wednesday. The coldest place recorded by MeT was the southern resort town of Pahalgam in Anantnag district at -4.4° C followed by -2.6° C in the northern resort town of Gulmarg. The summer capital Srinagar witnessed a minimum of -0.6° C, the MeT update said.…

Haigham Wetland’s Cry for Help: EPG Uncovers Ecological Tragedy

November 27, 2024 Editor

Devastation at Haigham Wetland Conservation Reserve Uncovered by EPG Srinagar, November 27, 2024 – The Environmental Policy Group (EPG) has unveiled a devastating account of environmental degradation at the Haigham Wetland Conservation Reserve, a once-thriving ecosystem now reduced to a desolate landscape of dried grass and fallen vegetation. This internationally recognized wetland under the Ramsar Convention has been systematically destroyed through unchecked encroachment and administrative negligence. Spanning 16,000 kanals, this critical habitat has transformed from a vibrant sanctuary for migratory birds to a barren wasteland. Local communities, who historically depended…

Jammu Tenants’ Verification Drive Highlights Rohingya Refugee Issue

November 27, 2024 Editor

Jammu tenants’ verification bring Rohingyas into spotlight; The Hiranagar sub-jail was notified as a holding centre on March 5, 2021, for lodging illegal immigrants as defined under Section 2(b) of the Citizenship Act Even as Jammu Police has embarked on tenants’ verification drive in Jammu district since Sunday, detaining four Rohingya refugees and booking five landlords for renting out their properties to them, nearly 275 Rohingyas remain lodged in Hirangar sub-jail in Kathua district since March 2021. The Hiranagar sub-jail was notified as a holding centre on March 5, 2021,…

New Directive: J&K Officials Barred from Using WhatsApp, Gmail for Official Docs

November 27, 2024 Editor

J&K govt bans use of third party tools for transmitting official documents; However, there will be no such restriction on sharing “confidential” and “restricted” information over the internet, provided they were shared via networks that have deployed commercial AES 256-bit encryption The J&K government has embargoed its officials from using third party tools like Whatsapp and Gmail to transmit “top secret” and “secret” documents via these platforms as they risk data breach and leaks. However, there will be no such restriction on sharing “confidential” and “restricted” information over the internet,…

Deadly Clashes: ‘Shoot at Sight’ Ordered as Pro-Imran Khan Rally Turns Violent

November 26, 2024 Editor

Clashes broke out when protesters demanding the release of Imran Khan entered the capital late Monday, dodging the efforts by government stop the massive stir. At least four security personnel and one demonstrator were reportedly killed on Monday, as scores of supporters of jailed former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan marched towards the capital and were stopped by tear gas canisters fired by the cops, prompting the country’s Army to later issue ‘shoot at sight’ orders. Clashes broke out when protesters demanding the release of Imran Khan entered the capital…