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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.

National Conference Hails ‘Significant Progress’ as Omar Abdullah Govt Completes First Month

November 17, 2024 Editor

Omar Abdullah govt completes one month in office, National Conference says ‘significant progress’ already made Lists govt’s four achievements “The government has already taken big strides towards development and dignity for every single resident of J&K,” National Conference wrote on X NC mentioned the four achievements of Omar Abdullah government with the first being special status resolution in the J&K Legislative Assembly The second achievement in the list is the statehood resolution passed in the Cabinet. The third achievement listed is restoration of October – November academic calendar in UT…

Major Crackdown: RTO Kashmir Fines ₹7.98 Lakh for Traffic Offences

November 17, 2024November 17, 2024 Editor

Major Enforcement Drive Across Kashmir, 1144 Traffic Violations Challaned Srinagar, November 16: To ensure road safety and curb traffic violations, the Motor Vehicles Department, led by Regional Transport Officer (RTO) Kashmir, Syed Shahnawaz Bukhari, conducted an intensive enforcement drive across the Kashmir Division. The operation targeted major violations, including vehicles without fitness certificates, overloading, seat belt non-compliance, underage driving, and other offences under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988. A total of 2,338 vehicles, including buses, school buses, goods carriers, and private vehicles, were checked during the drive. Of these, 586 vehicles…

Alarming Health Crisis: Half of Kashmir and Ladakh Facing Obesity and Rising Diabetes Rates

November 16, 2024 Editor

With half of Kashmir, Ladakh obese, diabetes rising every year: Study Srinagar, Nov 14: One in every two adults in Kashmir and Ladakh is obese, with nearly 8 out of every 100 having diabetes and 10 more classified as pre-diabetic. In addition, 30 out of every 100 residents are living with hypertension. These findings come from the latest data of the ICMR-INDIAB study, released on Thursday on the occasion of Word Diabetes Day at Sher-e-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS), Srinagar. The study highlights a troubling trend of increasing non-communicable…

Jhansi Hospital Tragedy: 10 Newborns Perish in Fire, CM Yogi Promises Justice

November 16, 2024 Editor

Fire broke out at Maharani Laxmibai Medical College in Jhansi. Brijesh Pathak said 17 other children injured in the fire are currently receiving treatment. At least 10 newborn babies died due to burns and suffocation in a devastating fire in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) of Maharani Laxmibai Medical College in Uttar Pradesh’s Jhansi late on Friday night. Deputy chief minister Brijesh Pathak, who reached Jhansi on Saturday morning, said a total of 49 children were in the ward, which has a capacity of only 18 beds. While the bodies…

Parents Beware: Underage Driving in J&K Could Lead to Jail Time and Rs 25,000 Fine

November 16, 2024 Editor

Underage Driving in J&K: Parents Could Face Jail, Rs 25,000 Fine Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir – The Jammu and Kashmir Transport Department has issued a stern advisory cautioning parents against allowing their minor children to drive two-wheelers or four-wheelers. The advisory highlights the serious legal and safety implications of underage driving, emphasizing that violators could face severe penalties. Legal Consequences for Parents and Guardians As per the Motor Vehicles Act, parents or guardians found permitting their minor children to drive will be held accountable. The law presumes their consent unless…

Kharge Faces Backlash from Kashmir Leaders on Article 370 Comments

November 16, 2024 Editor

The Congress, which has six legislators in the assembly, supported the resolution but the party leadership and assembly members never openly said they wanted Article 370 back Jammu and Kashmir leaders on Friday lambasted Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge’s remarks about his party not intending to get Article 370 restored. The newly elected Jammu and Kashmir had last week passed a resolution for restoration of the UT’s special status, following which top Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders called out the Congress for trying to bring back Article 370 and 35A that…

Advisory for Parents of Minors: A Comprehensive Guide to Preventing Underage Driving

November 15, 2024November 15, 2024 Editor

Why Parents Must Act Responsibly to Prevent Underage Driving The Jammu & Kashmir Transport Department has issued a crucial advisory to parents, highlighting the dangers and legal consequences of allowing minors to drive motor vehicles. This advisory isn’t just about adhering to traffic rules—it’s a call to protect lives, prevent accidents, and ensure safer roads for all. Underage driving poses serious threats not only to the young driver but also to pedestrians, passengers, and other road users. Here’s an in-depth look at why parents must take this warning seriously, the…

National Conference MP Ruhullah Warns Congress: No Misinterpretation of Article 370 Resolution

November 15, 2024 Editor

National Conference MP Ruhullah warns Congress leadership against misinterpretation of Article 370 resolution In a significant development, ruling National Conference (NC) leader and MP Ruhullah Mehdi on Friday issued a stern warning against any attempts to misinterpret the resolution seeking restoration of J&K’s special status passed by the Assembly in its recent session. Ruhullah was seemingly referring to NC’s alliance partner Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge and J&K Pradesh Congress Committee President Tariq Karra’s remarks that the demand for restoration of Article 370 was not raised in the resolution passed by…

Rising Road Accidents in J&K: A Crisis of Speed, Recklessness, and Lost Futures

November 15, 2024 Editor

Speed, Recklessness, and Lost Futures: Road Safety in J&K Needs Urgent Attention By: Javid Amin In the picturesque yet perilous landscape of Jammu & Kashmir, road safety has become a life-and-death matter. Accidents occur daily, claiming lives and leaving families devastated. The combination of speeding, risky driving behaviors, and inadequate infrastructure has turned the region’s roads into deadly traps, with tragic consequences that ripple through entire communities. With staggering statistics and countless personal stories, it’s time to address the issue with the seriousness it deserves. The Grim Statistics: A Wake-Up…

Don’t Let Hypertension Steal Your Tomorrow

November 15, 2024 Editor

The Silent Thief: Understanding and Combating Hypertension in Kashmir By: Javid Amin A Ticking Time Bomb – Kashmir, a region of breathtaking beauty and rich cultural heritage, is grappling with a silent health crisis: hypertension. This condition, often referred to as the “silent killer,” is a major risk factor for heart disease, stroke, kidney failure, and other serious health problems. While the prevalence of hypertension is increasing globally, its impact on Kashmir’s population is particularly concerning. The Stealthy Nature of Hypertension Hypertension is insidious, often progressing without noticeable symptoms. This makes…