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Nail Your Next Phone Interview with These Essential Questions and Tips

January 27, 2025 Editor

Common Phone Interview Questions and Pro Tips to Ace Them By: Javid Amin Phone interviews are a crucial step in the hiring process, often serving as the gateway to securing an in-person meeting or final interview. To succeed, you need to be prepared, confident, and articulate. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll dive deep into common phone interview questions, how to answer them effectively, and practical tips to leave a lasting impression. Common Phone Interview Questions (and How to Answer Them) 1. Tell Me About Yourself What They’re Looking For: This…

Master Skills, Simplify Tasks, and Transform Your Life with These ChatGPT Prompts

January 25, 2025 Editor

Life-Changing ChatGPT Prompts to Transform Your 2025 By: Javid Amin Imagine having a virtual assistant that simplifies your life, boosts productivity, and accelerates personal growth. Meet ChatGPT, your AI-powered partner in crime for mastering skills, breaking down complex ideas, and getting ahead in every aspect of life. Whether you’re a student, a professional, or someone striving to optimize their time, these tailored ChatGPT prompts will revolutionize the way you work, learn, and grow before 2025. From learning faster using the 80/20 principle to acing interviews and building top-notch skills, here…

Resume Or CV? Mastering the Right Document for Your Job Search

January 20, 2025January 20, 2025 Editor

Resume Vs CV: Which One Is Right for Your Career? By; Javid Amin Understanding the distinctions between a resume and a curriculum vitae (CV) is crucial for career success. Both documents serve the purpose of showcasing your professional qualifications, but they are used in different contexts and have unique formats. What is a Resume? A resume is a brief document that highlights your work experience, education, skills, and achievements. It is typically one to two pages long and tailored to the specific job you’re applying for. The goal of a…

Crackdown on Capitation Fees: Education Minister Promises Strict Action

January 15, 2025 Editor

Will take action against schools demanding capitation fee: Education Minister Sakina Masood Srinagar, Jan 14: The Minister for Education, Health and Medical Education and Social Welfare Sakina Masood today called on parents to formally report schools demanding capitation fees, assuring them of the government’s strict action against such institutions. Speaking to media, Masood emphasised the need for community cooperation to curb this unethical practice. “Parents must put their foot down and assist the government in addressing this issue. We will ensure the strictest action against schools violating norms,” she said.…

From Fear to Freedom: Lessons from a Digital Arrest Scam Survivor

January 6, 2025 Editor

How a Digital Arrest Scam Trapped Influencer Ankush Bahuguna in a 40-Hour Ordeal By: Javid Amin In a world increasingly dependent on digital communication, online scams have become alarmingly sophisticated. Recently, YouTuber and social media influencer Ankush Bahuguna, with over 7 lakh YouTube subscribers and more than a million Instagram followers, became the target of a chilling 40-hour digital arrest scam. His ordeal sheds light on the psychological manipulation tactics scammers use and serves as a stark reminder to remain vigilant online. The Anatomy of the Scam It Began With…

BOSE Guidelines Ignored: Private Schools Force Parents to Buy Specific Textbooks

January 4, 2025January 4, 2025 Editor

Private schools forcing to buy textbooks other than prescribed by BOSE: Parents Parents in Handwara area of north Kashmir’s Kupwara district have raised concerns over alleged exploitation by private schools, which are reportedly forcing students to purchase textbooks other than prescribed by Board of School Education Department. Several parents have voiced frustration, claiming the schools are disregarding official regulations and imposing arbitrary book prices that range from two to three thousand rupees per set. Parents said that they were being directed to specific bookstores, with no alternatives offered, and that…

How AI Can Help You Ace Your Board Exams: A Complete Guide

January 1, 2025 Editor

Smart Ways to Use ChatGPT for Effective Board Exam Preparation By: Javid Amin Board exams are a significant milestone in every student’s academic journey, often bringing stress and pressure to perform well. With advancements in technology, tools like ChatGPT have emerged as game-changers, offering innovative ways to enhance preparation strategies. ChatGPT, an AI-powered tool, can assist students by simplifying complex concepts, creating study plans, and providing practice tests. However, its real power lies in how effectively students can leverage it for their unique needs. This guide delves into creative and…

Cambridge Affiliation in J&K Schools: Governance and Parental Concerns

December 10, 2024 Editor

Who governs Cambridge affiliated schools in J&K? Srinagar, Dec 9: Over the past few years, several JK Board of School Education (BOSE) affiliated private schools across the Valley have switched their affiliation while other schools are in process of switching their affiliation to other national and international boards. The move under which the schools are switching their affiliations to different international boards particularly Cambridge, has created apprehensions among the parents about the regulation of these institutions post shifting of the affiliations. The management of a private school in Srinagar, previously…

Freezing Classrooms in Kashmir: Students Stay Home Amid Heating Crisis

November 30, 2024 Editor

Students shiver as Kashmir colleges lack heating facility Srinagar, Nov 29: The students across the Government Degree Colleges (GDCs) in Kashmir shiver daily in the classrooms due to lack of heating facilities. An official said while the mercury has witnessed a dip and most of the areas reel in sub-zero temperatures, the Higher Education Department (HED) has not made any heating arrangements for the students. “There are no heating arrangements available for the college students in the classrooms despite the cold weather prevailing inside the classrooms,” a college professor told, wishing…

What Is an ATS? A Complete Guide to Creating ATS-Friendly Resumes

November 19, 2024November 19, 2024 Editor

What is an ATS, How It Works, and How to Create an ATS-Friendly Resume By: Javid Amin The job market is increasingly competitive, and with hiring managers often inundated with hundreds of applications, getting your resume noticed can be a daunting task. Enter the Applicant Tracking System (ATS)—a game-changing tool that can determine whether your resume reaches human eyes. While ATS has streamlined the hiring process for employers, it has also created challenges for job seekers who fail to optimize their resumes for this system. In this guide, we’ll cover…