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Mirwaiz Farooq completes 4 years under house arrest, Anjuman Auqaf calls for his release

August 5, 2023 Editor

Anjuman Auqaf Jamia Masjid Friday said that Mirwaiz-e-Kashmir, Muhammad Umar Farooq has completed four years under house detention. He completed four years of not being allowed as Mirwaiz to either propagate the centuries old tradition of Majlis-e waz-o- tableeg on Fridays at the Central Jama Masjid, nor offer obligatory Friday prayers, due to his continued house detention, which the Anjuman and Muslims of J&K strongly denounce, a statement issued here, said. While all other religious activities are permitted and infact facilitated by the authorities, it is openly discriminatory that the…

Drug abuse in Jammu and Kashmir; Over 13 lakh people use drugs: Report

August 4, 2023 Editor

Over 13 Lakh people are using drugs in Jammu Kashmir and most of them are above 18 years of age. As per a report of Standing Committee on Social Justice and Empowerment an estimated 13.50 lakh people are drug users in Jammu Kashmir and most of them are in the age group of 18 to 75 years. In its report presented to both the Houses of the Parliament today, the Standing Committee comprising of 27 Members of Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha has mentioned the estimated number of current drug…

Cyber Scam: Beware of scammers posing as utility companies and courier services

August 4, 2023August 4, 2023 Editor

Fraudsters are using new tactics to trick people into paying for fake electricity and water bills, parcels, and other items. By: Javid Amin In one recent case, a woman from Gurugram received a call from someone claiming to be an IPS officer. The caller told her that a parcel containing drugs and foreign currency had been confiscated at the airport in her name. The caller then threatened to charge her with money laundering and other crimes unless she transferred Rs 8.4 lakh to them. The woman, fearing for her reputation,…

SSP Traffic warns of vehicle impoundment for 7,366 pending e-challans

August 4, 2023August 4, 2023 Editor

The traffic police authorities have urged 7,366 vehicle owners to dispose of their pending e-challans by August 09 failing which their vehicles will be impounded. SSP traffic Srinagar, Muzaffar Ahmad Shah issued a public notice quoting a court order. “This office is in receipt of a court order dated 28.07.2023 issued by the Court of Special Mobile Magistrate (Traffic) Srinagar annexed with a list of 7366 vehicles with Pending E-Court Challans shown against each, with the directions that the owners of these vehicles be informed for disposal of the challans…

Cyber Scam Alert: Woman Loses ₹88 Lakh after being Scammed by Facebook Friend

August 2, 2023 Editor

Accepting a friend request from a stranger on Facebook proved costly for a 43-year old-woman. The woman was befriended by a man claiming to be a pilot from the UK. The fraudster on the pretext of sending gifts to the victim, induced her to pay over Rs 88 lakh in over 20 transactions. According to the police, the victim is a resident of Mulund. On May 08, the victim had received a friend request from a person who claimed to be a pilot and staying in London. The two initially…

Crime Rates on the Rise: Concerns Over Public Safety

August 2, 2023August 2, 2023 Editor

The Escalating Menace of Crime: A Wake-Up Call for Society By: Javid Amin The recent incident of a mother being stabbed by her own son is a horrifying wake-up call for society. Such shameful incidents are becoming all too common, painting a grim picture of a diseased society. Rape, murder, burglary, physical assaults, and verbal abuse have stained the sacred fabric of Kashmir’s social landscape. The surge in criminal acts demands immediate attention. The impact of crime is not limited to the tragedy and trauma faced by the victims; it…

Horrific Incident: On-Duty Constable Shoots Dead Colleague and Targets Muslims on Train in Apparent Terror Attack

August 1, 2023 Editor

In the video Chetan Chaudhary after killing Muslims can be heard saying, ‘all Muslims are controlled by Pakistan’, ‘for India there is only Yogi, and Modi’ An Indian railway security guard has been arrested after he allegedly shot dead a colleague and three passengers on board a train. The suspect was identified by police as Railway Protection Force (RPF) constable Chetan Singh, 33, who hailed Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Yogi Adityanath, the chief minister of India’s most populous state, Uttar Pradesh, after the shooting on board the Jaipur-Mumbai Central…

Skyrocketing Vegetable Prices Cause Financial Strain for Consumers

July 31, 2023 Editor

Consumers in Kashmir are already feeling the pinch from rising costs, and now surging vegetable prices are burning a hole in their wallets. Staple vegetables, which are utilised in every home, have seen a significant spike in price, with rainfall lashing Kashmir for the past two weeks also affecting local output, fueling further price increases. Collard green is marketed at Rs 70-80 per kilogramme, gourd is priced at Rs 70, bitter gourd is priced at Rs 120 per kilogramme, peas are priced at Rs 120/kg, and brinjal is priced at…

Alarming Increase in Suicide Cases: A Growing Concern for Society

July 31, 2023 Editor

Rising Suicide Rates Among Youth: Causes and Solutions By | Javid Amin The alarming increase in suicide and suicide attempt cases among young people has become a major cause for concern. Reports from different regions continue to highlight the distressing trend of youth taking their own lives or attempting to do so. Urgent and effective actions are needed to ensure that our invaluable youth are protected from such fatal tendencies. Both society and government departments must come together to address the root causes of these suicides and implement the expert-provided…

Juice Jacking: A Hidden Cyber Threat Lurking in Public Charging Stations

July 29, 2023July 29, 2023 Editor

In today’s fast-paced digital world, smartphones have become an indispensable part of our lives. However, the increasing reliance on these devices also makes us susceptible to various cyber threats. One such emerging threat is “juice jacking.” This article will delve into what juice jacking is, how it works, and essential tips to avoid falling into this trap. What is Juice Jacking? Juice jacking is a cyber attack where malicious actors exploit the vulnerabilities in public charging stations to steal data or install malware on unsuspecting users’ smartphones or other electronic…