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Tale of Deception: A Woman, 27 Grooms, and a Trail of Broken Hearts

July 15, 2023 Editor

A woman in Jammu and Kashmir managed to marry and cheat 27 grooms, robbing them off their jewellery and cash. The astonishing saga finally came to a dramatic end when unsuspecting grooms, bound together by their shared misfortune, converged on a local police station, only to discover that they had fallen victim to the same woman. “A local middleman approached me, saying I will have to pay Rs 2 lakh to a woman in order to marry her,” said Altaf Mir from Budgam. After paying Rs 2 lakh as ‘meher’,…

Exploring the Multifaceted Dimensions of Drug Abuse

July 14, 2023July 21, 2023 Editor

By : Prof. Geer Mohammad Ishaq Drug abuse, that is more appropriately termed as ‘Substance-Use-Disorder’ owing its derivation to the rising trend of abuse of multiple substances and volatile solvents apart from opioids and prescription drugs, is more of a bio-psycho-social disease or disorder than a self-inflicted affliction, with definite socio-politico-economic and medico-legal dimensions. Etiological or causative factors of this disease, that has of late assumed shape of a dreadful monster ready to swallow and engulf our budding youth and developing nation, too are a lot more complex and diverse…

Loneliness: The Modern-Day Pandemic Taking a Toll on Society

July 14, 2023 Editor

By : Bhushan Lal Razdan Some years age I chanced to read a short story titled “So Close, Yet So Far” in which a guy and a girl lived in the same apartment building for many years; they would start their day every morning riding the elevator together – however, they had never actually seen each other, nor had they met before, because they were always on their phones. Something similar is happening to us and our neighbours. Worse, the pandemic has hit our families where each member is seen…

Srinagar traffic snarls: Mismanagement to blame

July 12, 2023 Editor

Srinagar is witnessing a significant surge in vehicular traffic clogging the streets with long queues of vehicles. As per news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), many residents complained about lack of traffic management in Srinagar causing frequent traffic jams on roads. They pointed out Dalgate to Khanyar saying the road faces chronic traffic jams on a daily basis. Similarly, long lines of stranded vehicles are seen on weekends on busy Boulevard road along Dal Lake. “Despite the introduction of new vehicles by the traffic department, the traffic situation in Srinagar city remains a…

Haj pilgrims in Madina allege mistreatment by Haj Committee of India

July 12, 2023 Editor

Kashmiri Haj pilgrims who have proceeded through the State Haj Committees are having a tough time in the holy city of Madina. They have been accusing Haj Committee of India of cheat and fraud claiming that they have been huddled in those dinghy hotels rejected by Saudi Government. Some of the pilgrims informed the news agency Kashmir News Trust that Haj Committee of India has provided them worst kind of accommodation in Madina. They said over 600 pilgrims have been huddled in a building, lacking lavatory facilities. In most buildings,…

J&K Powercom Urges Public to Exercise Prudent Electricity Usage

July 11, 2023 Editor

The Jammu and Kashmir Power Corporation Limited (JKPCL) has appealed the people to cooperate with department and use power judiciously in view of low power generation due to incessant rainfall in the region. “It is for the information of general public of Jammu and Kashmir that due to the incessant rainfall experienced in Northern region over the past few days, the water level in Chenab River has risen above the reservoir level. This has caused heavy silt deposition in hydro power plants both under state and central sectors. These power…

Smartphones: The Mother of All Evils?

July 10, 2023July 10, 2023 Editor

By: Javid Amin In today’s hyper-connected world, smartphones have become an integral part of our daily lives. These powerful devices offer convenience, connectivity, and a plethora of possibilities at our fingertips. However, an increasing body of evidence suggests that smartphones may also be the catalyst for a multitude of societal evils. From addiction and mental health issues to social disconnection and unethical behaviors, smartphones have garnered a reputation as the “mother of all evils.” In this article, we delve into the concerning aspects of smartphone usage and explore their potential…

Kashmir’s Mobile Epidemic: Examining the Disturbing Consequences on Society

July 9, 2023July 9, 2023 Editor

The Unsettling Impact of Mobile Usage: Unveiling Societal Evils in Kashmir By: Javid Amin In the enchanting valley of Kashmir, a troubling reality lurks beneath the surface of its picturesque landscapes. The increasing prevalence of mobile usage has inadvertently given rise to a host of societal evils, casting a dark shadow on the region. The detrimental consequences of excessive screen time have contributed to the surge in issues like drug abuse, rapes, flesh trade, stabbing incidents, and road rage. In this article, we delve into the deep-rooted drawbacks of mobile…

Begging Menace in Srinagar: Authorities Turn a Blind Eye

July 5, 2023 Editor

Failure of authorities to check begging menace is causing inconvenience to people in the summer capital. A distressing trend has emerged among these beggars plaguing the streets of Srinagar—the exploitation of children. They use newborns and young children as pawns, beggars tug at the clothes of passersby, emotionally manipulating them into parting with their money. “The most alarming aspect is that these young children, who should be attending school at their age, are being exploited for begging, either by their parents or by unscrupulous agencies who have turned begging into a…

Study Reveals 3% of Adults in Kashmir Addicted to Contraband Substances

July 5, 2023 Editor

A staggering 3 percent of the adult population in Kashmir is taking contraband substances. The figures get worse if the female population is discounted from the numbers. Over the years, the highly addictive and devastating opium and its derivatives have replaced all other drugs of abuse to take over 90 percent share. Changing pattern of opioid Users attending an Opioid Agonist Treatment Clinic in North India carried out by a team of Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (IMHANS), Kashmir, has defined and detailed the contours of substance abuse in various districts…