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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.

Mufti’s Mobile Mishap: Outgoing Calls Silenced Amidst Election Heat

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Mufti’s Mobile Mishap: Outgoing Calls Silenced Amidst Election Heat

PDP president Mehbooba Mufti on Saturday claimed that outgoing calls on her mobile number have been suspended without any explanation. “I am not able to make any calls since morning. There is no explanation for this sudden suspension of services on the day of polling in the Anantnag Lok Sabha constituency,” Mehbooba told PTI. The former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister is contesting the Lok Sabha elections from the Anantnag-Rajouri Lok Sabha constituency, where voting is currently underway. The PDP also flagged the issue in a post on X. “Just ahead…

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The WhatsApp Web of Deceit: How an Investor Lost Over ₹1 Crore and How to Protect Yourself

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The WhatsApp Web of Deceit: How an Investor Lost Over ₹1 Crore and How to Protect Yourself

Unveiling the Depths of Deception: Understanding and Safeguarding Against WhatsApp Investment Scams By: Javid Amin In an era where the internet was once hailed as a democratizing force, it has also evolved into a labyrinth where deception thrives. A recent incident involving a resident of a major Indian city starkly highlights the ever-evolving tactics employed by online scammers and underscores the paramount importance of digital vigilance. This article delves into the intricate modus operandi of these scams, explores the psychological manipulation involved, and equips you with essential knowledge to safeguard…

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Silenced Pulpit: Mirwaiz-e-Kashmir’s Sermon Stifled Again

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Silenced Pulpit: Mirwaiz-e-Kashmir’s Sermon Stifled Again

Anjuman Auqaf Jama Masjid Srinagar Urges Lifting Restrictions on Mirwaiz-e-Kashmir Anjuman Auqaf Jama Masjid Srinagar expressed deep regret that Mirwaiz-e-Kashmir, Dr Moulvi Muhammad Umar Farooq, from 3 rd May and for the 4th consecutive Friday, has been prevented from performing the religious duty of delivering the Friday sermon and conducting prayers at Jama Masjid Srinagar. The Anjuman in a statement said that this attitude of the authorities deeply hurts the religious sentiments of thousands of people who come from both the city and the countryside to benefit from Mirwaiz’s sermons…

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Divine Winds of Change: NC Gujjar’s Spiritual Leader Alarms PDP with Political Ascent

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Divine Winds of Change: NC Gujjar’s Spiritual Leader Alarms PDP with Political Ascent

In Mian Altaf Ahmad, NC gets a leader in South Kashmir to take on Mehbooba, even as ST status to Paharis disturbs the status quo When Mian Altaf Ahmad expressed his indecision about contesting from the Anantnag-Rajouri parliamentary seat over health concerns last month, a perturbed Omar Abdullah rushed over to his home village Babanagri, a spiritual seat of the Gujjars. An hour-long meeting later, Altaf issued a video statement saying he is ready to contest. It was a moment of great relief for the National Conference (NC), which has…

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Beyond the Bite: The Looming Crisis of Shrinking Loaves in Kashmir

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Beyond the Bite: The Looming Crisis of Shrinking Loaves in Kashmir

Shrinking Loaves, Growing Concerns: A Fight for Kashmir’s Soul Baked into Bread By: Javid Amin The aroma of freshly baked bread isn’t just a pleasant scent in Kashmir; it’s a memory, a tradition, a warm hug in the crisp mountain air. The sight of a plump, round loaf of Choort or Tchewur, staples in Kashmiri households for generations, used to be as common as the snow-capped peaks themselves. But lately, a troubling trend has emerged: these beloved breads are shrinking, both in size and significance. This isn’t a case of…

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Online Scams on the Rise: How to Protect Yourself and Recover Lost Money

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Online Scams on the Rise: How to Protect Yourself and Recover Lost Money

Phishing, UPI Fraud, and Fake Investments: How to Avoid Online Scams in India By: Javid Amin In recent years, India has been witnessing rapid digital growth, with everything from banking to shopping now being conducted online. This shift has brought unparalleled convenience, but it has also led to a significant increase in online scams. Cybercriminals are becoming increasingly sophisticated, employing new techniques to defraud individuals. The incidence of these scams is rising, with victims losing thousands to crores of rupees to faceless fraudsters. From work-from-home scams to fake reviews and…

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Defending Honor: Mirwaiz Umar Farooq Denounces Encroachment FIR as Defamation

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Defending Honor: Mirwaiz Umar Farooq Denounces Encroachment FIR as Defamation

Hurriyat Conference chairman Mirwaiz Umar Farooq is among seven people booked by the Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) for allegedly encroaching on evacuee land here, a charge denied by the separatist leader. “These are false claims and it is an attempt to malign and harass me,” Mirwaiz said in his statement. Officials said the ACB has filed an FIR and handed over the investigation to a DSP-rank officer. The FIR was filed after the ACB conducted a preliminary inquiry which revealed that a woman named Dil Rafiqa was unlawfully granted…

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Historic Alliance, Historic Repeal: Abdullah Connects Dots to Article 370

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Historic Alliance, Historic Repeal: Abdullah Connects Dots to Article 370

Former CM Omar Abdullah on Wednesday said the PDP-BJP alliance led to the abrogation of Article 370 on August 5. Addressing a rally at Pahalgam, Omar said since the alliance between the PDP-BJP was stitched on March 1, 2015, Union Minister Rajnath Singh was talking about the “final solution” for Kashmir. He said, “I remember the then Home Minister Rajnath Singh would sit in a press conference with the PDP and talk about the final settlement of Kashmir. We would ask what this final solution was but he wouldn’t respond.”…

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Political Pressure Play: Mufti Calls Out BJP for Voter Intimidation Tactics

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Political Pressure Play: Mufti Calls Out BJP for Voter Intimidation Tactics

Mehbooba Mufti also alleged that voters, particularly religious leaders and government employees, are being “harassed” The BJP is supporting a party which received Hawala money pumped in from Pakistan to fund militancy in Kashmir, PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti said on May 22, in a veiled attack on Apni Party president Altaf Bukhari. Bukhari, a former PDP leader, was expelled from the party in January 2019. His Apni Party has fielded Zafar Iqbal Khan Manhas from the Anantnag-Rajouri parliamentary constituency against Ms. Mehbooba and National Conference leader Mian Altaf. The seat…

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