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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.

Trump Announces US-Iran Talks After War: NATO Defends ‘Daddy’ Trump, Iran Admits Nuclear Setback

June 25, 2025 Editor

From Bombs to Bargains – A Shift in Global Drama By: Javid Amin | 25 June 2025 The war is officially over, but the political theater is just beginning. In a move equal parts defiance and diplomacy, former U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that high-level talks between the United States and Iran will begin next week, turning the page from Operation Midnight Hammer to what he now calls “The Great Deal, Part Two.” This diplomatic pivot comes barely a week after U.S. warplanes hammered Iranian nuclear facilities, in what…

Jammu and Kashmir Statehood Dilemma: Fresh Elections or Legal Transition?

June 25, 2025 Editor

Between a Ballot and the Books of Law By: Javid Amin | Srinagar | 25 June 2025 As Jammu and Kashmir inches closer to regaining its statehood status, a fundamental debate has emerged: Should fresh elections be held once the region transitions from a Union Territory (UT) to a state? Or is the existing 90-member Legislative Assembly, formed under the J&K Reorganisation Act, 2019, sufficient to serve as the legitimate state assembly? The question is more than procedural—it cuts to the core of democratic legitimacy, constitutional interpretation, and political strategy.…

Srinagar Records Hottest June Day in 20 Years: Climate Alarm Bells Ring Across Kashmir

June 25, 2025 Editor

20-Year Heat Record Broken in Srinagar Srinagar | 25 June 2025 Srinagar, the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir, recorded a staggering 35.5°C on June 24, the hottest June day in nearly two decades, matching a previous high set in 2005. This is not just a weather statistic—it’s a signal. One that reflects the growing impact of climate volatility in the fragile Himalayan region. From the snow-fed meadows of Pahalgam to the densely populated lanes of Kupwara and Qazigund, the Valley baked under an oppressive sun. Pahalgam, typically known for…

Mehbooba Mufti Praises Iran’s Resistance: Geopolitical Shockwaves & India’s Diplomatic Tightrope

June 25, 2025 Editor

Mehbooba Mufti Praises Iran’s Resistance: A Political Wake-Up Call By: Javid Amin | Srinagar | 25 June 2025 How PDP’s Chairperson stirred geopolitical debate and reframed Kashmir’s foreign-policy discourse A Kashmiri Voice Echoes in Global Conflict When a prominent political leader like Mehbooba Mufti issues a declaration that “Iran’s resilience brought America and Israel to their knees,” it sends ripples across diplomatic circles. The PDP president didn’t merely comment—she delivered a clear geopolitical statement, warmly endorsing Iran’s stand, labeling Iran’s response a testament to courage and conviction, while also sharply…

Karz Se Mukti or a Deeper Debt Trap? KCCI Urges J&K Bank to Extend Loan Settlement Deadline Amid Economic Setback

June 24, 2025June 24, 2025 Editor

Kashmir Business Body Urges Bank to Extend Debt Relief Deadline After Pahalgam Crisis Srinagar | 24 June 2025 As the clock ticks down toward the June-end repayment deadline of Jammu and Kashmir Bank’s “Karz Se Mukti” One-Time Settlement (OTS) Scheme, anxiety looms large over hundreds of Valley-based business owners. Many say they simply don’t have the cash flow to meet the bank’s requirement—through no fault of their own. In a strongly worded appeal, the Kashmir Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) has urged Jammu and Kashmir Bank to extend the…

Hot and Humid Weather in Kashmir: A Climate Alarm Wrapped in Sweat

June 24, 2025 Editor

Understanding Today’s Weather Forecast, Heat Impacts, and What It Means for the Future June brings more than just school vacations and saffron-scented air in Kashmir. This year, it has ushered in an unusually persistent heatwave, transforming even the high-altitude Valley into a sweltering zone that feels more like Delhi or Hyderabad. Today, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast another round of hot and humid weather across several states—including Jammu & Kashmir, parts of North India, West Bengal, Andhra Pradesh, and even Sindh across the border. This is not just…

Careers in Artificial Intelligence: Power Moves to Start and Succeed in AI

June 24, 2025June 24, 2025 Editor

The Ultimate Guide to Launching a Future-Proof Career in AI from the Ground Up By: Javid Amin | Srinagar | 24 June 2025 Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer science fiction—it’s science fact. From transforming how we shop and communicate to powering medical diagnostics, AI is driving a global technological revolution. In India, and especially in regions like Jammu & Kashmir, where economic diversification is urgently needed, careers in AI offer an exciting and resilient pathway for young minds. But let’s be honest: entering the AI world can feel intimidating.…

The Geopolitical Ripple Effect: How Global Conflict is Reshaping India’s Workplace Landscape

June 23, 2025 Editor

War Impact on Indian Jobs: 63% Hiring Freeze, Salary Cuts & Workforce Anxiety | Deep Analysis By: Javid Amin | 23 June 205 When Distant Wars Hit Home The smoke rising over Gaza and the rubble of Iranian nuclear facilities might seem worlds away from Bengaluru’s tech parks or Mumbai’s trading floors. Yet, a seismic shift is underway. As geopolitical fault lines fracture global stability, India’s economic resilience is being tested in an unexpected arena: its workplaces. A groundbreaking survey by Genius Consultants exposes the human cost of global conflict—63%…

The Midnight Hammer Falls: U.S. Escalation, Global Shockwaves, and the Precarious Future of the Middle East

June 23, 2025 Editor

US Strikes Iran Nuclear Sites: Operation Midnight Hammer, Impact & Global Crisis | In-Depth Analysis By: Javid Amin | 23 June 205 The Night the Stealth Bombers Flew The pre-dawn darkness over the Zagros Mountains on [Fictional Date] wasn’t silent. It was shattered by the near-simultaneous impact of some of the most powerful conventional weapons in the US arsenal, striking deep into the heart of Iran’s most sensitive and heavily defended nuclear facilities. Operation Midnight Hammer, a meticulously planned and audaciously executed surprise attack, marked a seismic shift in the…

‘Peace or Tragedy’: Trump’s Strike on Iran Redraws the Global Red Line

June 22, 2025 Editor

June 21, 2025 | Washington / Tehran / Tel Aviv The Middle East stands on the brink—again. But this time, the scale of escalation has entered uncharted territory. In a dramatic shift from deterrence to direct confrontation, former U.S. President Donald Trump—speaking after massive U.S. airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities—has issued a chilling ultimatum: “Iran’s retaliation will be met with greater force. It’s peace or tragedy. Choose wisely.” The strikes, carried out using the GBU-57 Massive Ordnance Penetrators (MOPs)—the most powerful non-nuclear bombs in the American arsenal—targeted three critical nuclear…