#CommunityAwareness Archives

Stay Alert, Stay Safe: A Growing Concern Every Family Must Understand

March 27, 2026 Editor

Stay Alert: How Families Can Protect Daughters and Women from Fraud, Exploitation & False Promises in 2026 By: Javid Amin | 26 March 2026 Kashmir on Alert: A Silent Threat Growing Behind False Promises In the quiet neighborhoods of Srinagar and across towns in Jammu & Kashmir, a silent but dangerous pattern is emerging—one that rarely makes headlines until it is too late. Families are increasingly reporting cases where young women and girls are approached with promises of jobs, marriage, or opportunities outside the region. At first glance, these offers…

J&K’s Fertility Rate Falls Below Replacement Level: What’s Next?

February 8, 2025 Editor

Low Fertility Rate in Jammu and Kashmir: A Cause for Concern By: Javid Amin Srinagar, February 8, 2025 – The fertility rate in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) has been steadily declining over the years, raising concerns about the region’s demographic future. According to the National Family Health Survey (NFHS-5), the Total Fertility Rate (TFR) in J&K is 1.4, significantly lower than the national average of 2.0 and well below the replacement level of 2.1. This trend suggests that the region’s population is shrinking rather than maintaining a stable growth rate,…

Mobile Phones: Our Modern-Day Drug?

November 3, 2023 Editor

The Devastating Impact of Smartphone Addiction on Children in Kashmir By: Javid Amin In the tranquil valleys of Kashmir, a silent epidemic is quietly ensnaring the future of the region. The culprit? Smartphone addiction among children. This phenomenon, often underestimated and misunderstood, is wreaking havoc on the innocent minds of Kashmiri youth. As these young souls increasingly turn to smartphones for solace and entertainment, the repercussions are alarming. From fractured focus to insomnia, from aggressive outbursts to speech delay and mood swings, the consequences are profound, and they are tearing…