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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.

Election Commission Prepares Ground for J&K Assembly Elections

August 2, 2024 Editor

In June, Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Srinagar had said not only assembly polls will be held in the UT but also statehood will be restored. Last year while hearing Article 370 case, the Supreme Court had directed the ECI to hold assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir by September 30, 2024. In a fresh indication that assembly polls in Jammu and Kashmir are imminent, the Election Commission (EC) has asked the union territory administration to transfer out officers posted in their home districts, an exercise it holds ahead of…

J&K Debt Soars: Liabilities Triple in 10 Years

August 2, 2024August 2, 2024 Editor

J&K’s Financial Woes Deepen: Debt Balloons Srinagar, Aug 1: Jammu and Kashmir is facing mounting financial pressure as its total liabilities have swelled to a staggering Rs 1,12,797 crore in the fiscal year 2022-23, according to recent budget figures. The public debt, which forms a significant portion of the total liabilities, stands at Rs 69,617 crore. This includes Rs 68,786 crore in internal liabilities and Rs 831 crore in loans and advances from the Central government. The remaining Rs 43,180 crore comprises other liabilities, including insurance and pension funds (Rs 1,331…

Relief in Sight: Kashmir to Escape Heatwave’s Grip

August 1, 2024August 1, 2024 Editor

Srinagar, July 31: Meteorological Centre Srinagar Wednesday predicted light to moderate rain and thundershower at many places of Jammu and Kashmir today. The officials said that on July 31st there is a possibility of spell of light to moderate rain & thundershower at many places of Kashmir division, and widespread places of Jammu division. From August 1st to 5th there will be generally cloudy with spells of intermittent light to moderate rain & thundershower at many place of Kashmir division, and most places of Jammu division, the officials said. They also…

Crisis Alert: Farooq Abdullah Warns of War Amid J&K Militancy Spike

August 1, 2024 Editor

National Conference president and former chief minister Farooq Abdullah on Tuesday expressed concerns about escalating militant attacks in Jammu and Kashmir, hinting at the potential involvement of Pakistani commandos, given the sophistication of the recent attacks. He apprehended that the situation could lead to war if the situation didn’t improve in Jammu. During a press interaction, Abdullah acknowledged the troubling increase in terrorism and the lack of progress in ongoing operations to apprehend the infiltrators. “There is no doubt that terrorism is growing and highly trained people are coming. We…

AI Skills: The New Gold Rush in Job Market

July 31, 2024 Editor

India’s AI Awakening: A Nation Embracing the Future By: Javid Amin The digital revolution is in full swing, and India is at the forefront of this technological transformation. The country is experiencing an unprecedented surge in interest and adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI), particularly Generative AI (GenAI). From bustling metropolises to smaller towns, the allure of AI is captivating the minds of millions. A Nation of Learners: Multiple reports underscore India’s burgeoning fascination with GenAI. A staggering statistic reveals that in 2023, an Indian enrolled in a GenAI course on…

Jammu Terror in Crosshairs: MHA’s Multi-Pronged Approach

July 31, 2024July 31, 2024 Editor

According to the data shared by the Home Ministry in the Lok Sabha, 14 security personnel and 14 civilians were killed in 11 terror related incidents in Jammu and Kashmir this year The Centre on Tuesday listed out a slew of measures it is taking to contain terror activities in Jammu and Kashmir, including identifying the strategic supporters of terrorists, crackdown on terror financing and enhancing the counter insurgency grid. Twenty-eight people were killed in 11 terror attacks in Jammu and Kashmir this year. Responding to a question in the…

Wayanad Landslides: 143 Lives Lost, State in Mourning; Schools, Colleges Shut as Rain Terror Continues

July 31, 2024July 31, 2024 Editor

IMD Warning Ignored? Wayanad Pays Deadly Price The death toll in the series of landslides in Kerala’s Wayanad district climbed up to 143, with hundreds of others left injured and trapped. The landslides caused massive destruction to houses and roads, uprooted trees, and led to the water bodies to swell. Efforts to rescue and locate the missing persons are still underway with all available resources. According to the Kerala State Disaster Management Authority (KSDMA), members of the fire and rescue, civil defence, NDRF, and local emergency response teams are involved in…

Residents Protest in Jammu Over Man’s Death After Police Beating

July 30, 2024 Editor

A 27-year-old man died under mysterious circumstances after he was allegedly beaten up by police, sparking protests by his relatives and neighbours here on Monday, official sources said. Shubam Sharma, a resident of the Bantalab locality on the outskirts of Jammu, was playing cricket near his house when a police party raided the area in search of drug traffickers on Sunday evening, the sources said. Sharma’s family alleged he was detained and severely beaten up by the cops before they left the spot. He was rushed to hospital where he…

Two Dead, Dozens Injured in Jharkhand Train Derailment

July 30, 2024 Editor

At least two people were killed and 20 were injured after 18 coaches of the Howrah-Mumbai passenger train derailed in the early hours near Jharkhand’s Charadharpur division. Railway officials said the incident took place after a goods train derailed and collided with the Howrah-Mumbai Mail passing by from the opposite side. All injured passengers were rushed to Tata Main Hospital in Jamshedpur. Following the incident, the Indian Railways cancelled five trains including Howrah-Titalgarh-Kantabanji Express, Kharagpur-Jhargram-Dhanbad Express, Howrah-Barbil-Howrah Jan Shatabdi Express, Tatanagar-Itwari Express and LTT-Express. It also issued helpline numbers in…

Srinagar Records Second Highest Nighttime Temperature in 132 Years

July 29, 2024July 29, 2024 Editor

Srinagar Suffers Through Another Scorching Night Srinagar, Jul 29: Srinagar, the usually temperate summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir, is in the throes of an unprecedented heatwave. The city has recorded its second consecutive night of stifling temperatures, with a minimum of 24.8 degrees Celsius on July 29, 2024. This grim milestone places the current heatwave in the annals of Kashmir’s meteorological history. According to independent weather forecaster Faizan Arif Keng, the city’s mercury has climbed a staggering 6 degrees Celsius above normal for this time of year. This extraordinary…