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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.

Foggy Kashmir Mornings: A Disruption to School Routines

November 15, 2023 Editor

Kashmir’s Dense Fog Throws School Schedules into Disarray The dense fog that has descended upon Kashmir in recent weeks has caused significant disruptions to school routines, making it challenging for students to reach their schools on time and safely. The thick fog, which often persists until mid-morning, reduces visibility and slows down traffic, making it difficult for buses and private vehicles to navigate safely. Impact on Students and Parents Students and parents have expressed their concerns about the impact of the foggy weather on their schedules. “It’s very difficult to…

Unscheduled Outages: Kashmir Hit by Power Outages as Winter Sets In

November 15, 2023 Editor

Despite the assurance of the administration to improve the electricity scenario, the power crisis in Kashmir valley is getting worse as the temperature dip. The valley is facing unscheduled power outages over and above the four and a half to eight hour per day curtailment, as decided in the schedule released by Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited (KPDCL) last month. In the past week, there has been a series of statements by political leaders, trade bodies and prominent persons denouncing the power scenario in the valley amid the falling temperatures.…

Former J&K CMs Question Bail to Army Captain Convicted of Killing 3 Civilians in Shopian

November 15, 2023 Editor

Former Jammu and Kashmir chief ministers Mehbooba Mufti and Omar Abdullah questioned the bail granted to an army Captain convicted of killing three civilians in a “staged” encounter in 2020. National Conference (NC) vice-president Omar termed it a reminder from the Union government that the blood of people of J&K is “cheap”. The armed forces tribunal in New Delhi on Monday suspended the life sentence of Captain Bhoopendra Singh who was found guilty of killing three youths in a “staged” encounter in south Kashmir’s Amshipora village in July 2020. The…

Kashmir Faces Diabetes Epidemic as Half of Cases Go Undetected

November 15, 2023 Editor

Diabetes is becoming a major public health concern in Kashmir, with an estimated prevalence of 10%, higher than the national average of 8%. This alarming trend is compounded by the fact that half of the people affected by the disease are unaware they have it. Dr. Nazir Pala, a leading endocrinologist in Kashmir, expressed deep concern over the growing diabetes epidemic and the lack of awareness among the population. He emphasized that many people with diabetes are unaware of the symptoms and only come to know about it when they…

Improperly Attached Employees Removed from Kashmir Health Institutions

November 15, 2023 Editor

Kashmir Health Department Removes Improperly Attached Employees The Health Department in Kashmir has taken decisive action to address the issue of improperly attached employees in various health institutions across the division. In a recent directive, the Health and Medical Education (H&ME) Department has instructed the directors of Health Services of Kashmir and Jammu, along with the Director Family Welfare, MCH and Immunization, to immediately detach all staff members who were informally attached by Heads of Departments (HoDs). This move comes in response to concerns about the practice of HoDs attaching…

Tragic Accident Claims 38 Lives in Doda

November 15, 2023 Editor

As many as 38 passengers were killed after a bus carrying them plunged around 200 meters down a steep slope near the Doda district of Jammu and Kashmir. The incident occurred when the bus travelling from Kishtwar to Jammu veered off the road and plunged down the steep slope near Trungal in the Assar area. The bus was ferrying 55 passengers. The local authorities, including the police and rescue teams, rushed to the scene to initiate rescue operations and assess the extent of the tragedy. Preliminary reports from the Police…

Army Captain’s Life Term Suspended in South Kashmir Fake Encounter Case, Granted Conditional Bail

November 15, 2023November 15, 2023 Editor

The armed forces tribunal here has suspended the life sentence of an Army captain who was found guilty of killing three men in a “staged” encounter in south Kashmir’s Amshipora village in July 2020. The tribunal also granted conditional bail to Captain Bhoopendra Singh and directed him to appear before its principal registrar at a regular interval starting from January next year. The three men hailing from Rajouri district of Jammu region — Imtiyaz Ahmed, Abrar Ahmed and Mohammed Ibrar — were killed in a remote hilly village in Shopian…

Forty workers feared trapped as tunnel collapses in Uttarkashi

November 12, 2023 Editor

A portion of a tunnel under construction between Silkyara and Dandalgaon on Brahmakhal-Yamunotri highway in Uttarkashi district collapsed. At least 36 workers were reportedly trapped after a portion of a tunnel under construction between Silkyara and Dandalgaon on the Brahmakhal-Yamunotri national highway in Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand collapsed in the early hours of Sunday. Police said the incident took place around 4am when a 150-metre-long portion of the four-and-a-half-kilometer-long tunnel collapsed. As soon as information about the incident was received, Uttarkashi Superintendent of Police Arpan Yaduvanshi immediately reached the spot…

Safeguarding Your Finances in the Digital Age: A Guide to Combating UPI QR Code Scams

November 12, 2023November 12, 2023 Editor

Safeguarding Your Finances in the Digital Age: A Guide to Combating UPI QR Code Scams By: Javid Amin In the era of digital payments, convenience often comes at the cost of increased vulnerability to cyber threats. UPI QR code scams have emerged as a significant concern, preying on unsuspecting individuals and exploiting the growing popularity of cashless transactions. To combat these scams, it’s crucial to understand their modus operandi and adopt proactive measures to protect your financial well-being. Understanding UPI QR Code Scams Fraudsters often employ deceptive tactics to manipulate…

Fatal Accident in Doda: Army Vehicle Hits Bike, Resulting in One Fatality

November 12, 2023 Editor

The accident took place at Haneja Morh, four kms from Thathri, at around 8.15 am when Mohd Aslam Deedar, along with his friend Mohd Sharief, was on his way to Sartingal area of Bhaderwah where they both were working as labourers, an officer said A 29-year-old man was killed and his friend injured when the motorcycle they were riding was allegedly hit by an army truck in Jammu and Kashmir’s Doda district on Saturday, police said. The accident took place at Haneja Morh, four kms from Thathri, at around 8.15…