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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.

J&K Police Data Collection Exercise Raises Concerns in the Valley: A Closer Look

January 26, 2024January 26, 2024 Editor

A Scrutiny of the J&K Police Data Collection Form: Balancing Security with Transparency The recent distribution of a detailed data collection form by the Jammu and Kashmir police has sparked a wave of discussion and concern among residents. The form, with its expansive scope encompassing personal details, family connections, and potentially sensitive inquiries, raises significant questions about its purpose and potential implications. Beyond Routine Update: While authorities maintain the form is a routine update of resident records, its depth and specific queries diverge from a typical census. The inclusion of…

Ayushman Arogya Mandirs: Ladakh Health Centres Rebranding Plan Meets with Buddhist Resistance

January 26, 2024 Editor

The Ladakh Buddhist Association (LBA) and parties based in Kargil have opposed the government’s renaming of health centres as “Ayushman Arogya Mandirs” in the region. In a letter to the Chief Executive Councillor, Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC), Leh, Chering Dorjey, acting president of LBA, said the recent order of the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare renaming government medical aid centres and health and wellness centres as Ayushman Arogya Mandirs was unfortunate and “tantamount to playing with the sentiments of the people of Ladakh.” “From the comments…

Navigating the Future: An In-Depth Exploration of 10 Flourishing Remote Careers for 2024 and Beyond

January 25, 2024January 25, 2024 Editor

10 Keys to Unlock Your WFH Dreams: Trending Remote Jobs for 2024 and Beyond By: Javid Amin In the ever-evolving symphony of modern work, the once-standard elements of cubicles and commutes are gracefully bowing out, making way for the liberating cadence of remote work. What began as a mere evolution during the disruptive year of 2020 has now burgeoned into a full-fledged revolution. Laptops have transformed into passports, unlocking a world defined by unparalleled flexibility and freedom. If you find yourself yearning to escape the confines of the traditional office…

The Unseen Maestro: Mastering the Symphony of Uric Acid Harmony

January 25, 2024 Editor

By: Saika J In the intricate orchestra of our health, uric acid plays the role of a silent conductor, often overlooked until its dissonance disrupts the symphony. Join us on an expedition into the veiled realm of uric acid, where its secrets unfold, and its impact on our well-being becomes clearer. Prelude: The Balancing Act of Creation and Excretion Picture our bodies as tightrope walkers, delicately navigating the consumption and expulsion of purines. Found in delectable treats like seafood and red meat, purines are transformed into uric acid. The challenge…

Kashmir’s Wetland Jewel Shines Brighter: Chatlam Welcomes Migratory Throngs & Rare Treasures

January 25, 2024 Editor

Amidst a long-drawn-out dry spell, this winter sprang a surprise for bird watchers with a rare guest sighting at the wetlands of south Kashmir’s Pampore area after a long time. The Common shelduck belonging to the Anatidae family was sighted near Chatlam wetland, barely 2 km from Pampore town in south Kashmir’s Pulwama district, after many years. Director Wetland Research Centre, Wildlife Conservation Fund, and Project Associate -I at Wildlife Institute of India, Parvaiz Yousuf said, “It is a rare bird and was spotted at the wetland after many years.…

Strengthening Participation: J&K Electoral Roll Grows to 86.93 Lakh, Reflecting Increased Engagement

January 24, 2024January 24, 2024 Editor

The final electoral rolls have been published in all polling stations, offices of electoral registration officers, district election officers and hosted on the website of chief electoral officer of Jammu and Kashmir. With the addition of 2.31 lakh new voters, the final electoral rolls were published here on Monday taking the total number of electorates to 86.93 lakh across Jammu and Kashmir. The final electoral rolls have been published in all polling stations, offices of electoral registration officers, district election officers and hosted on the website of chief electoral officer…

Srinagar-Jammu Highway Sees Heightened Security Following Suspicious Vehicle Activity

January 24, 2024 Editor

It has been learnt that the police have detected the ‘suspicious’ movement of a vehicle from Kashmir towards Jammu The CRPF has set up checkpoints along the highway. It is being scanned for the presence of any IEDs or explosives The security forces are using drones and dog squads to monitor security situation on the NH in the wake of the alert Security measure were strengthened on the Srinagar-Jammu national highway after security forces received an input regarding suspicious movement of a vehicle on the vital link to the Valley.…

Unrest Prompts Demolition Work in Mumbai’s Mira Road; Focus on Unregistered Structures

January 23, 2024 Editor

On Sunday night, the police arrested 13 people in Mira Road for allegedly pelting stones at vehicles bearing saffron flags. The Maharashtra government on Tuesday razed ‘illegal’ structures and encroachments in the Naya Nagar area of Mira Road in Thane where a clash between two groups of people was reported on the eve of Ram temple ‘pran pratishtha’ ceremony in Ayodhya According to ANI, the alleged illegal structures were razed by the Mumbai Municipal Corporation with the help of the police on the instructions of the Maharashtra government. On Sunday…

Battling the Byte Crunch: Conquering Your iPhone’s Storage Woes

January 23, 2024January 23, 2024 Editor

The Slowdown Spiral: How Storage Clogs Affect Your Phone’s Performance By: Javid Amin The sleek design, intuitive interface, and powerful performance of iPhones are undeniable. But even these technological marvels face a common enemy: the relentless march of data, devouring precious storage space and leaving users stranded in a land of pop-up warnings and sluggish performance. Worry not, fellow Apple enthusiast, for this guide equips you with an arsenal of tactics to reclaim your digital domain and unlock the full potential of your iPhone. Understanding the Storage Battlefield: Unlike its expandable…

Cold wave intensifies in Kashmir Valley: Pulwama, Shopian witness record -7.4°C temperatures

January 23, 2024 Editor

An official of the Meteorological Department in Srinagar said dry and largely snowless winter in Kashmir had resulted in freezing nights and warmer-than-usual days in the region The day temperature in Srinagar was over 8°C above normal for this time of the year. The Valley has been going through a prolonged dry spell this winter season A 79 per cent deficit in rainfall was recorded in the area during December 2023, whereas there has been no precipitation in most parts of the Valley in the first three weeks of January…