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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.

Seven Habits for Better Sleep: Improve Your Sleep Quality and Wake Up Feeling Refreshed

August 9, 2023 Editor

Sleep is an important yet one of the most ignored aspects of our life. Sleep can play an important role in our overall health as even when we are asleep, our body is at work and performs important functions to maintain brain health and also physical health. After a good night’s rest, you may notice improvement in your health when suffering from an infection or your mind can clear up after a stressful day. While you do not remember what happens when you are in the dream land or deep…

SC Rules Out Brexit-Style Referendum on Article 370

August 9, 2023 Editor

A referendum is out of question in a constitutional democracy like India to carry out the decision to abrogate Article 370 and the special status of Jammu & Kashmir, a Constitution bench in the Supreme Court observed on Tuesday, adding that the will of the people in a democracy can be expressed only through established institutions. On the third day of the arguments in a bundle of matters challenging the August 2019 nullification of Article 370, the bench, headed by Chief Justice of India (CJI) Dhananjaya Y Chandrachud, remained firm…

Farooq Abdullah Questions Centre on Failure to Bring Back Kashmiri Pandits

August 9, 2023 Editor

National Conference MP and former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Dr Farooq Abdullah, during the discussion on the no-confidence motion in Lok Sabha against the Narendra Modi government, said that the Prime Minister did not just represent one colour, instead he represented all of India. Saying that the people of Jammu and Kashmir stood proud to be part of India, Abdhullah added, “But this nation has a responsibility not only to Hindus but to Muslims, Christians, Sikhs and everybody who lives in India. PM doesn’t represent only one colour, he…

BJP leaders in Kashmir Mull Mass Resignations, J&K Chief to Meet with Unhappy Party Members

August 9, 2023 Editor

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is likely to face a major setback in Kashmir Valley as many leaders, including some prominent faces, are actively considering their resignation from the party’s basic membership, reliable sources said. They said that the development has came after a crucial meeting was held at a hotel in Srinagar few days before. “The leaders have been actively considering their decision to leave the party cadre and may announce any time soon,” they said. An alliance on the lines of INDIA, formed by parties on national level is expected…

Soaring Vegetable Prices Send Kashmir Market Costs Skyrocketing

August 9, 2023August 9, 2023 Editor

In an astonishing turn of events, the humble Kashmiri Haakh, also known as collard greens, has surpassed the price of chicken in the Kashmir region, spotlighting the distressing surge in vegetable prices that is squeezing the wallets of consumers. A recent market study conducted by Kashmir InFocus has shed light on a significant price differential between wholesale and retail rates, contributing to the steep escalation of vegetable costs in Srinagar’s bustling marketplaces. To put this into perspective, collard greens are being sold at Rs 120 per kg at the Soura…

Supreme Court Dismisses Plea Seeking Plebiscite in J&K, Says It’s Not Practicable

August 9, 2023 Editor

Top court’s observation comes after Kapil Sibal, who represented some of petitioners against nullification of Article 370, referred to 2016 Brexit referendum in UK to emphasise the importance of people’s opinion in a democracy Maintaining that democracy functions through institutions, the Supreme Courton Tuesdayvirtually rejected the idea of plebiscite in Jammu and Kashmir, saying there was no question of a Brexit-type referendum under the Indian Constitution. “You can’t envisage a Brexit-type referendum. That’s a political decision which was taken by the then government. But within a constitution like ours, there…

Sheikh Abdullah’s Vision for Jammu and Kashmir Earns Chief Justice’s Praise

August 8, 2023 Editor

Chief Justice Chandrachud intervened when senior lawyer Kapil Sibal left some portions of Sheikh Mohammad Abdullah’s speech in the constituent assembly unread, during the hearing of Article 370. A speech by Sheikh Mohammad Abdullah – the first elected Prime Minister of the princely state of Jammu and Kashmir – was cited and praised for its foresightedness in the Supreme Court today by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud himself. Justice Chandrachud intervened when senior lawyer Kapil Sibal left some portions of Sheikh Mohammad Abdullah’s speech in the constituent assembly unread, during the…

Kashmir on high alert ahead of Independence Day

August 8, 2023 Editor

A week ahead of Independence Day, the security across Kashmir has been heightened and frisking and speculative search operations have also started. Police sources said that security arrangements were tightened across Kashmir to thwart any untoward incident during the Independence Day celebrations. The officials said that a random search of vehicles besides checking and frisking of people, was being carried out at several places across the valley. Besides Srinagar City, the security forces also intensified frisking in other areas of J&K, especially at various points along the Srinagar-Jammu, Srinagar-Baramulla and…

National Conference and People’s Democratic Party to Set Aside Political Differences, Unite Against ‘Onslaught’ on People’s Rights and Dignity

August 8, 2023 Editor

Amid rife speculations of cracks in the People’s Alliance for Gupkar Declaration (PAGD), following the verbal spar between two youth leaders of the National Conference (NC) and People’s Democratic Party (PDP), both parties on Tuesday decided to set aside political differences and fight for the people’s “rights and dignity”. According to the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), both NC and PDP, through their spokespersons, said that despite their “political differences,” they must “rise to the occasion and present a united front” to fight the “onslaught” on rights and dignity of…

The Hidden Pitfalls of Social Media: Unveiling the True Face

August 8, 2023August 8, 2023 Editor

By: Javid Amin Before one joins that WhatsApp group or accepts an invitation, it’s crucial to pose a fundamental question: What does one stand to gain from this group? Is it entertainment, networking with like-minded individuals, business opportunities, or something else entirely? Remember, there’s no such thing as a free lunch. The price paid might be time, attention, or, in the worst-case scenario, peace of mind. Indeed, a few months ago, a close friend of mine received an invitation to join a group that seemed relevant to their business pursuits.…