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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.

Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi Appeals to Amit Shah for Release of Kashmiri Youth

August 4, 2024 Editor

Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi, the Srinagar MP, said the relatives of these prisoners found it tough physically and financially to meet them in different parts of the country National Conference (NC) Member of Parliament Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi on Saturday sought the intervention of Union Home Minister Amit Shah demanding immediate release of Kashmiri youth held in jails outside Jammu and Kashmir. “As the representative of people of Jammu and Kashmir, I would like to bring to your notice that several of our people have been incarcerated from different regions…

Fans Off, Sports Cancelled: Schools Ignore Heatwave Woes

August 3, 2024 Editor

Heatstroke Hazard: Parents Demand Action Against Schools Srinagar, 02 Aug: The harsh punishment given to the students as a disciplinary action in schools is leaving students distressed and parents aghast. The incidents of harsh punishments are reported despite the “zero tolerance policy” adopted by the School Education Department (SED) towards such practices. Complaints have been pouring in, highlighting the inhumane treatment meted out to the students, particularly in the private schools, where disciplinary measures often cross ethical boundaries. According to the parents, some schools have resorted to punitive actions such as…

Kashmir’s Hidden Epidemic: Drug Abuse and Suicides

August 3, 2024August 3, 2024 Editor

Unveiling the Silent Crisis Devastating a Generation By: Javid Amin In the serene valleys of Kashmir, an alarming crisis is taking root, shattering the lives of countless young individuals and leaving an indelible scar on the community. The twin evils of drug abuse and suicide are silently claiming a generation, and the statistics are stark and sobering. With a tobacco usage rate of 20.8%, the sixth highest in India, the situation is dire. Yet, a veil of silence and denial persists, exacerbating the problem and hindering effective intervention. The Stark…

Jammu Under Siege: Valley Sees Decline in Militancy

August 3, 2024 Editor

Five Years On: Kashmir Valley Stabilizes, Jammu Faces Terror Onslaught Five years after the abrogation of the special status, the security apparatus was confident about the decline in militancy in the Valley, but now it looks like terror has a new address — Jammu. Militants have shifted the battleground from the Valley to the mountainous forests of Jammu, triggering a spike in deadly strikes and forcing the security forces to rush to the drawing board. From 2023 to mid-July this year, over 40 security personnel have been killed in J&K.…

Five Summers Post-Reorganization: Ladakh’s Lingering Discontent

August 2, 2024 Editor

There is a trust deficit, for sure. We feel humiliated. No one listens to us. Whatever happened on August 5, 2019, is being seen as a betrayal. — Sajjad Kargili, an activist and leader from Kargil As part of the erstwhile star-crossed Jammu-Kashmir-Ladakh troika, Ladakh had always felt like the third wheel. And so, the cold desert was awash with exuberance when, on August 5, 2019, the Centre did away with Article 370. It had come out of the shadows. But five summers later, its people feel that they have…

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…