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Are Social Media Influencers in Kashmir Worth Your Trust?

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Are Social Media Influencers in Kashmir Worth Your Trust?

The Growing Wave of Influencers in the Kashmir Valley By: Javid Amin Over the past few years, social media has turned from a platform for connection into a bustling marketplace where influencers—ordinary individuals with a knack for creating content—exert immense sway over their followers. This global trend has swept into the picturesque Kashmir Valley as well. Once known for its natural beauty and serene landscapes, the region now boasts a new crop of “social media influencers” who are making waves—albeit not always for the right reasons. In Kashmir, influencers now…

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Authorities Intensify Efforts to Eradicate Child Labour and Begging

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Authorities Intensify Efforts to Eradicate Child Labour and Begging

Drive launched to curb child labour, begging In a bid to combat child labour and begging in Jammu and Kashmir, authorities are conducting several drives in the Union Territory. An official release said the district administration in north Kashmir’s Baramulla has intensified efforts to combat child labour, begging, and take steps to mitigate the plight of children living on the streets in the district. The campaign was carried out across Baramulla, Pattan and Palhalan, resulting in the rescue of at least five children, the officials said. The authorities called upon all citizens…

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Advisory for Parents of Minors: A Comprehensive Guide to Preventing Underage Driving

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Advisory for Parents of Minors: A Comprehensive Guide to Preventing Underage Driving

Why Parents Must Act Responsibly to Prevent Underage Driving The Jammu & Kashmir Transport Department has issued a crucial advisory to parents, highlighting the dangers and legal consequences of allowing minors to drive motor vehicles. This advisory isn’t just about adhering to traffic rules—it’s a call to protect lives, prevent accidents, and ensure safer roads for all. Underage driving poses serious threats not only to the young driver but also to pedestrians, passengers, and other road users. Here’s an in-depth look at why parents must take this warning seriously, the…

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Kashmir’s Stray Dog Problem: JKPC Leader Calls for Urgent Measures

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Kashmir's Stray Dog Problem: JKPC Leader Calls for Urgent Measures

JKPC Leader Calls for Action on Kashmir’s Stray Dog Crisis Youth JKPC President Mudasir Karim has highlighted the growing concern of stray dogs in Kashmir, which has turned life into a nightmare for residents. The situation is alarming, with aggressive canines roaming freely, threatening children, women, and morning walkers ¹. Simple pleasures like taking a stroll in downtown Srinagar have become daunting challenges due to the presence of these stray dogs. President Karim emphasized that sterilization efforts have failed, leaving residents terrified and demanding immediate action. The fear is palpable,…

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Karnataka College’s Beard Rule Sparks Outrage Among Kashmiri Students

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Karnataka College's Beard Rule Sparks Outrage Among Kashmiri Students

The college principal asked them to trim or shave their beards to reportedly maintain a professional look Students from Jammu and Kashmir studying in a nursing college in Karnataka alleged that they were asked by the institution to trim or shave their beard, reported The Indian Express. The students, who were studying at the Government Nursing College in Hassan, which is affiliated with the Rajiv Gandhi University in Karnataka, stated that the “discriminatory grooming standards” applied to them were against their religious and cultural rights. According to college authorities, 14…

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Violence and Vulnerability: The Complex Lives of Kashmir’s Young People

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Violence and Vulnerability: The Complex Lives of Kashmir’s Young People

Kashmir’s Youth at a Crossroads: Navigating Pressures, Conflicts, and the Path Forward By: Javid Amin The Kashmir Valley, celebrated for its breathtaking landscapes, has also become the stage for countless social and political conflicts that deeply impact its young generation. This has given rise to a challenging and complex environment for the youth in the region, who are increasingly grappling with economic, social, and psychological pressures. Recent incidents, such as the violent altercation near SP College in Srinagar, where a youth was reportedly stabbed in a “love triangle” dispute, shed…

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Shocking Surge in Counterfeit Medicines in Kashmir: Shahre Khass TCC Demands Immediate Action

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Shocking Surge in Counterfeit Medicines in Kashmir: Shahre Khass TCC Demands Immediate Action

Sub-standard, counterfeit medicines sale in Kashmir: Shahre Khass TCC calls for urgent action In a press release today, Imtiyaz Ahmad Malik, President of the Shahre Khass Traders and Manufacturers Coordination Committee has brought attention to the alarming issue of counterfeit medicines being sold in Kashmir’s markets. “Kashmir has always upheld a legacy of trust, but it is heartbreaking to see some individuals exploiting this trust for profit at the expense of human lives,” Malik stated in the statement. “It is utterly unacceptable and deeply troubling that our families may be…

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Mirwaiz Speaks: The Crisis of Upbringing in Modern Homes and Why Parents Must Act Now

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Mirwaiz Speaks: The Crisis of Upbringing in Modern Homes and Why Parents Must Act Now

Parents, Please Understand Your Responsibilities: Why Upbringing Matters as Much as Education – A Wake-Up Call from Mirwaiz Umar Farooq Srinagar, Oct 19: In a time when academic achievements and degrees seem to be the primary focus for most parents, a growing concern is being raised by religious and community leaders in Kashmir. Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, the spiritual leader of Kashmir and a prominent voice on socio-religious issues, has called for urgent attention to an often overlooked but critical aspect of raising children: upbringing (tarbiyat). In a powerful speech, he…

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Is Kashmir Ready for Online Traffic Challans? A Closer Look at the System’s Fairness

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Is Kashmir Ready for Online Traffic Challans? A Closer Look at the System’s Fairness

Is Kashmir Ready for Online Challan for Traffic Violations? Or Has the Traffic Police Adopted a ‘By Hook or By Crook’ Approach to Issuing Fines? By: Javid Amin The introduction of the online challan system for traffic violations in Kashmir has raised several questions. While the system aims to streamline traffic management and reduce the human element in traffic fine collections, many residents are skeptical. Is the region ready for such a shift? Is the system fair and transparent, or is it being misused to meet quotas and targets? This…

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Gagangeer Massacre: KCCI Mourns Loss of Innocent Lives in Brutal Attack

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Gagangeer Massacre: KCCI Mourns Loss of Innocent Lives in Brutal Attack

A Brutal Attack on Peace: The Gagangeer Massacre The recent attack on a construction site in Gagangeer, Sonamarg, which resulted in the tragic deaths of a doctor and six other personnel, has sent shockwaves through the Kashmir Valley. This heinous act of violence, perpetrated by unknown assailants, has once again shattered the fragile peace that the region has been striving to achieve. The victims, who were working on a prestigious tunnel construction project, were brutally gunned down while carrying out their duties. The attack has left their families devastated and…

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