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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…

Expert Recommendations on Storing Qurbani Meat in Deep Freezers

July 3, 2023 Editor

On the occasion of Eid Al-Adha, everyone worries about keeping the meat in Freezers, however, many do not know the safe time period for storing Qurbani meat. Health experts advise people about consuming and storing meat in the Summer as carelessness can cause health problems. According to the Health advisors the safe period for storing Qurbani meat in deep freezers is a maximum of 2 weeks. In addition, they advise having a balanced diet, especially during Eid Al-Adha events as consuming excessive meat can cause stomach problems. A healthy individual…

Amarnath Yatra: 68 Pilgrims found with fake registrations, Police to initiate legal action

June 30, 2023 Editor

As many as 68 pilgrims for Amarnath Yatra were found carrying fake registration or Yatra permits in Samba district, triggering registration of an FIR on Thursday. The pilgrims said their fake registration was done by one Rahul Bhardwaj, a resident of Muzaffarnagar in Uttar Pradesh, who reportedly took Rs 7,000 per head for the same. The fraud came to light after the permits of the 68 pilgrims, who came in two buses, were checked at the e-KYC verification centre in Samba for issuance of RFID cards. Deputy Commissioner Abhishek Sharma…

Doctors Report: Heroin usage accounts for nearly 80% of Drug Addiction Cases in Kashmir

June 28, 2023 Editor

As a major concern, more than 3000 fresh drug addicts have visited Government Medical College (GMC) Srinagar’s Drug De-Addiction Centre in the last year. This was revealed by Dr Yasir Hassan Rather, Professor in the Department of Psychiatry, IMHANS, GMC Srinagar, during a workshop organised by the department on the International Day against Drug Abuse & Illicit Trafficking, World Drug Day. Around 40 Imams (religious scholars) of the J&K Waqf Board also participated. Dr Yasir, who was in-charge of the workshop, as per the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), said…

Education Department directs CEOs to Prohibit Motorbike usage by Students below 18 Years during school hours

June 27, 2023 Editor

Authorities on Monday ordered a blanket ban on use of motorbikes during school hours by students below 18 years of age in Central and North Kashmir. News agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) reported that Joint Director, Central and North for School Education Department directed this in a communique to Chief Education Officers of Srinagar, Budgam, Ganderbal, Baramulla, Kupwara and Bandipora. The officer said, “A large number of complaints are making rounds in media and social circles about the rash driving and stunt biking and reckless movement of two wheelers by school…