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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.

Embrace the Magic of Kashmir: The Valley Welcomes Winter with Its First Snowfall!

November 12, 2024November 12, 2024 Editor

Discover the Beauty of Snow-Capped Kashmir with JKL Travels By: Javid Amin Srinagar, 12 Nov: As the much-awaited winter season unfolds, Kashmir has finally received its season’s first snowfall, bringing an end to a month-long dry spell. With breathtaking landscapes now draped in snow, the Valley beckons travelers to experience its ethereal beauty firsthand. This is the perfect time to visit Kashmir, where the snowfall not only cools the earth but also warms the hearts of all who come to witness its splendor. Planning a trip to Kashmir? JKL Travels…

Mehbooba Mufti Seeks Justice for Dismissed J&K Government Workers

November 11, 2024 Editor

Mehbooba Mufti seeks review of dismissals of govt employees ‘on flimsy grounds’; Around 60 employees have been sacked under Constitution Article 311(2) (c) since J&K was stripped of its semi-autonomous status with the revocation of the Constitution’s Article 370 in 2019 People’s Democratic Party (PDP) leader Mehbooba Mufti has written to chief minister Omar Abdullah seeking a review of the dismissals “on flimsy grounds” of government employees for allegedly promoting separatism without a thorough probe over the previous five years of the president’s rule in Jammu & Kashmir (J&K). Around…

Infrastructure Overhaul: Power Outages Planned Across Kashmir Division

November 11, 2024 Editor

Scheduled Power Cuts Across Kashmir Division for Infrastructure Upgrades Srinagar: The Jammu and Kashmir Power Department has announced a series of scheduled power outages across various districts over the coming days to facilitate infrastructure upgrades, conductor reconductoring, maintenance work, and tree pruning. These planned outages are essential for ensuring long-term stability and efficiency in power supply, though they may temporarily impact several areas. Here are the details of the affected areas and dates: Pulwama District November 11, 13, 18, 20, and 23 (10:00 AM to 4:30 PM): Power supply to…

Legacy at Risk: Red Tape and Bureaucracy Threaten Excellence in Healthcare and Academics

November 11, 2024 Editor

Red tape, bureaucracy threaten a legacy of excellence in patient care, academics, research Srinagar, Nov 10: The Sher-e-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS) in Soura, Srinagar, once a prestigious centre of medical excellence and the lifeline for the entire J&K populace, now faces unprecedented setbacks following the revocation of its pattern of governance. The recent policy shift, placing it under layers of bureaucracy, has left patients waiting longer for critical treatments, hindered recruitment of key staff, delayed vital research projects, and hampered academic advancements, the stakeholders opine. For decades, SKIMS…

BJP Under Fire: J&K Congress Challenges Special Status Resolution Narrative

November 11, 2024 Editor

BJP misleading country over special status resolution: J&K Congress With an eye on the upcoming Assembly polls in Maharashtra and Jharkhand, the BJP has been misleading the people of the country over the recently passed resolution on the restoration of the special status of Jammu and Kashmir, the Congress claimed on Sunday. The Jammu and Kashmir Assembly on November 7 passed a resolution moved by the ruling National Conference, seeking a dialogue between the Centre and elected representatives from the region for the restoration of the erstwhile state’s special status.…

Winter Move: J&K Civil Secretariat Shifts to Jammu

November 11, 2024 Editor

Beginning today, J&K Civil Secretariat to operate from Jammu for winter season Beginning Monday, the Civil Secretariat of Jammu and Kashmir will operate from Jammu for the entire winter season. The Administrative Secretaries and Heads of Departments have shifted to Jammu and will start operating from here. While this is not the ‘Darbar move’ which was promised by the National Conference (NC) before the Assembly elections, the Chief Minister and Ministers will also operate from Jammu. However, they will move to other parts of the UT as per requirement. Lt…

Kishtwar Gunfight: Army JCO Killed, 3 Soldiers Wounded

November 10, 2024 Editor

A JCO of the Indian Army’s special forces was killed in action while three more soldiers were injured in a gunbattle with terrorists in Kishtwar A junior commissioned officer (JCO) of the Indian Army’s special forces was killed in action while three more soldiers were injured in a gunbattle with terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kishtwar on Sunday. The soldier has been identified as Naib Subedar Rakesh Kumar. “GOC (General Officer Commanding) White knight Corps and all ranks salute the supreme sacrifice of braveheart, Nb Sub Rakesh Kumar of 2 Para…

Violence Returns to Kashmir: Challenges, Solutions, and the Road Ahead

November 10, 2024 Editor

Kashmir’s Fragile Peace Shattered: A Detailed Look into the Resurgence of Violence in the Valley By: Javid Amin Srinagar, November 2024 — After two years of relative peace and hope for normalization, Kashmir has descended into another chapter of violence. Attacks targeting both civilians and security forces have surged, unearthing memories of past unrest and posing serious challenges for regional stability. This period of renewed conflict has disrupted daily life, reignited security concerns, and risks undermining the socio-political progress achieved in recent years. A Dangerous Shift: Kashmir’s Surge in Violence…

J&K Assembly Sees Unlikely Alliances as Non-BJP MLAs Support Each Other

November 10, 2024 Editor

Foes turn friends during Assembly session; Non-BJP opposition MLAs support each other Just a month ago they were bitter foes, up against each other, trading barbs and levelling accusations. However, the acrimony didn’t last long. This week’s first session of Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly saw a group of non-BJP opposition legislators coming together for a “common cause,” forgetting their rivalry, which had intensified during the campaign for Assembly elections. During the five-day Assembly session, six legislators from Kashmir– three of PDP, People’s Conference’s Sajad Lone, Langate MLA Sheikh Khursheed…

Reduce High-Fat Dairy Intake to Lower Fatty Liver Disease Risk

November 10, 2024 Editor

Limit high-fat dairy foods in the diet to ward off fatty liver disease risk: Study Eating high-fat dairy products which include whole milk, cream, frozen yoghurt, butter, and ghee, may increase the risk of fatty liver disease, according to a study. The study, published in the Journal of Hepatology Reports, showed that low-medium fat dairy products such as skimmed milk, cottage cheese, and low-fat cheese may be protective, and should be preferred over high-fat dairy to prevent Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD). MASLD is related to nutrition, but evidence…