SRINAGAR: Inspired by the reality cookery show Master Chef India, a similar but local show is coming up in which 200 contestants will compete against each other to win prize money worth Rs 50,000.
To highlight Kashmiris’ culinary prowess, ConsortX Media and Dabur Homemade are collaborating to host the first social media-based cooking competition in the valley, called ‘Home Chef’. The registration for the show has already begun, and the organizers expect that 200 chefs from the valley will tantalize the taste buds of the jury to showcase local talent.
The show, as per the organisers, will be judged by the celebrated chef of Kashmir Yaseen Rishi, who will select the winner after assessing their creations in two phases.
Organizers said the show has two phases, including a social media contest and then a face-to-face cook-off in a commercial kitchen.
“Six finalists from this pool will advance to the much-anticipated cook-off, which is scheduled to take place in a commercial kitchen in Srinagar,” show organizer Junaid Hakim said.
He said more than 150 participants have already registered for the show.
“The show’s registration period opened on December 11. It’s simple to reserve your position; Just register online at https://ift.tt/4dXmLEN. In addition to offering the possibility to win a sizable financial reward of Rs. 50,000, Home Chef-Kashmir also guarantees media attention that may propel your culinary endeavours to unprecedented heights,” Hakim said.
Regarding the first phase- the social media contest, he said the dishes will be judged based on the preparation and the presentation. “The jury will assess the preparation, which includes ingredients and then the presentation of the culinary,” Hakim said.
He said this show, however, is different from the format of Master Chef India, given that more contestants can opt for their registration.
“This is a democratised master chef in which more participants can participate. This show will help aspiring chefs to make a career in the hospitality sector,” Hakim said. (KNO)
SRINAGAR: Various job openings have been notified across the valley. The updated list of job openings includes positions in various fields, including computer operator, travel consultant, delivery executive, IT counsellor, coding instructor, and manager of operations executive or consultant.
Next Generation Institute, located in Srinagar, is hiring a computer operator.
To be eligible, the candidate must have knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, accounting, and GST.
Interested candidates can send their CVs to NG1786@rediffmail.com.
For further information, contact 9149583272.
Yaarvan Travels is hiring a travel consultant.
To be eligible, the candidate must have a bachelor’s degree with experience as a travel consultant. Interested candidates can send their CVs to hr@yaarvan.com.
For further information, contact 9797000171.
Illaj Healthcare is hiring delivery executives. The expected salary will range from INR 11002 to INR 1200 with fuel charges.
Interested candidates can contact 9797 210 750 or 9622 123434.
Codefyu, located in Rajbagh Srinagar, is hiring three IT counsellors and coding instructors.
Interested candidates can submit their CV and portfolio to 8899492868.
Kashmir Water World Tour and Travels is hiring a female manager, operations executive, or consultant.
The candidate must have knowledge of MS Office, the internet, and social media websites with a minimum of 2 years of experience. Interested candidates can contact 7006 961 987.
Note: All the jobs are posted as received through various sources. Kashmir Life does not endorse any company. Readers are requested to verify themselves on their own before applying.
SKIMS pathologist and a prolific writer,Dr Rumana Makhdoomiteams up with Kashmiri AmericanProf Faroque Khanto profile 100 top Kashmir doctors who have immensely contributed to modern healthcare.Syed Shadab Ali GillanireadWarriors and Falcons: Life Sketches of 100 Outstanding Kashmiri Doctorsand found it interesting
SKIMS Launch: In the sitting row are the Late Sheikh Mohammad Abdullah, the Late Dr Ali Jan and Dr Ajit Kumar Nagpal (the first director of SKIMS)
Preserving the stories and contributions of pioneering doctors and medical practitioners is critically important for the advancement of medicine globally. As eloquently stated in the preface of Warriors and Falcons the 100 legends profiled in this book were instrumental in laying the foundations of modern healthcare in Kashmir by replacing superstition with science and rational approaches. Their selfless commitment to serving the community in the face of immense challenges is inspiring and sets an example for current and future generations of physicians and surgeons.
Documenting the medical history of a society or a region also allows valuable insights to be gained into the healthcare challenges and successes of the past. Analysing the epidemiology of diseases, innovations in treatments, public health policies and their outcomes provides a blueprint to inform best practices going forward. For instance, the high incidence of preventable nutritional, infectious and parasitic diseases revealed the need for awareness campaigns and health schemes that were effectively implemented by pioneering doctors like Dr Abdul Rauf. Preserving these stories is imperative so current and future healthcare leaders can learn from past victories and mistakes.
The profiles of outstanding physicians in Warriors and Falcons, jointly by Dr by Faroque A Khan (New York) and Rumana Makhdoomi (Srinagar), and published by Patridge Publishing also demonstrate the profound impact individual doctors can have on entire healthcare systems when driven by a sense of purpose and commitment to community service. The establishment of institutions like Government Medical College and Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS) against great odds is a testament to the vision and perseverance of leaders like Dr Ali Jan. These legacies must be upheld as sources of inspiration.
Ultimately, medical history tells the story of medicine itself – how healthcare philosophy, education, research, and clinical practice have evolved over decades and centuries. It chronicles the most impactful medical breakthroughs and innovations that have dramatically improved quality of life. This cumulative body of knowledge propels medicine forward as new generations build on the work of those before them. Capturing and honouring medical history is thus a key responsibility that the medical community owes to pioneers of the past and the future of the profession.
The Vital Role of Doctors
The far-reaching influence of doctors profiled in Warriors and Falcons underscores the invaluable role of physicians in society. Beyond the obvious responsibility of clinical service to patients, outstanding doctors like Dr Ali Jan, Dr MS Khuroo and others shaped public policy, established institutions, promoted community health, conducted pioneering research, and inspired future generations of medical professionals. Their vision and commitment to advancing healthcare went far beyond individual patient impact.
Doctor and patient
This highlights why medicine cannot simply be approached as a career or job by physicians. It is in essence a noble public service profession charged with profound social responsibility and trust. Going above and beyond clinical requirements to transform healthcare landscapes for the collective good must be integral to a doctor’s mission. The pursuit of research and innovation that cures diseases and revolutionises treatment paradigms is also a fundamental obligation physicians owe to society in return for the prestigious status granted to the medical profession.
Doctors are uniquely positioned to be powerful change agents that influence cultural mindsets, governmental policies, and models of healthcare delivery for the benefit of all. Physicians who embrace this higher purpose leave enduring legacies for their communities and for medicine itself. The outstanding Kashmiri doctors showcased in Warriors and Falcons leveraged their expertise, public influence, and leadership to make the world a little better place. This gold standard must continue to define and inspire the medical profession.
Warriors and Falcons
Warriors and Falcons bring to light poignant stories of Kashmiri physicians who overcame immense personal and societal challenges to deliver outstanding service and establish strong foundations for healthcare against all odds. The book is broadly divided into multiple sections – The Legends, The Pioneers, The Flag Bearers, The Path Breakers, and Tributes. While exhaustive, the compilation provides illuminating profiles of many towering figures spanning about a century of modern Kashmiri medical history.
The Legends section aptly honours physicians like Dr Ali Jan, considered the most popular and influential clinician Kashmir has known. His unrelenting commitment to patients, teaching prowess and instrumental role in establishing institutions like SKIMS despite resource constraints leaves an enduring legacy. Other legends like Dr Gwash Lal Kaul, Dr Girja Dhar and Dr Hafizullah were pioneers, braving resistance to bring modern medicine to Kashmir.
Warriors and Falcons: Life Sketches of 100 Outstanding Kashmiri Doctors
The history of medical progress always stands on the shoulders of visionaries who paved the way. The Pioneers section recognises such figures, including Dr GM Dhaar who spearheaded community health efforts and Dr Sheikh Abdul Ahad whose contributions were vital to the growth of ENT as a specialty. Pioneers like Dr Mushtaq Ahmed Margoob brought modern psychiatry practices while Dr Ghulam Nabi Kozgar introduced specialised eye care. Their foundational impact catalysed rapid advancement.
As medical institutions were established, a bright generation of physicians drove standards of excellence to greater heights. The Flag Bearers section documents the storied careers of master clinicians and surgeons like Dr Mahmooda Khan whose consummate skills broke glass ceilings and inspired women in medicine. Alongside her, venerable teachers like Dr GQ Allaqaband shaped entire generations of doctors and upheld the nobility of medicine. The scholarly impact of researchers like Dr MS Khuroo and Dr Abdul Hamid Zargar gave Kashmiri medicine global recognition. These flag bearers signify the coming of age of medicine in Kashmir.
Medicine never rests on its laurels as emerging frontiers constantly beckon. The Path Breakers section profiles Kashmiri physicians like Dr Nancy Khardori who brought specialised care in genetics to Kashmir. Dr Suhail Shah blazed new trails as a pioneering hospitalist while Dr Rafit Hassan’s cancer research at the NIH has broken new ground. Though dispersed globally, their Kashmiri roots drive their passion to advance medicine. They signify the capacious talent Kashmir has produced.
Ultimately, Warriors and Falcons is more than just a compilation of accomplishments – it provides poignant insights into the sociocultural fabric of Kashmir interwoven into these stories of exceptional physicians. It chronicles the coming of age of medicine in the valley through periods of conflict and turmoil. Peacebuilders like Dr Upendra Kaul shine as beacons of compassion and unity, serving broken communities. Undergirding it all is abiding Kashmiri pride and esprit-de-corps that unify this fraternity.
This invaluable book fills an important gap in recording the history of modern Kashmiri medicine over the past century. It immortalises the dedication and self-sacrifice of outstanding physicians who laid strong healthcare foundations for future Kashmir generations. May this inspire a new wave of visionary doctors to advance Kashmir’s proud medical tradition. As the preface suggests, every profile here deserves a book of its own that hopefully will be written in the years ahead.
Passionate Writer
Dr Mukhdoomi, who serves the SKIMS’s Pathology Department as a senior professor is a passionate and prolific writer. Earlier in 2013, she authored White Man In Dark, a detailed narrative about the making of doctors at the peak of an unprecedented situation in Kashmir. Her 2023 Warriors and Falcons showcase the life and contributions of 100 doctors and medical researchers from Kashmir who have served society within and outside Jammu and Kashmir.
SRINAGAR: Amid severe cold conditions, a thick layer of fog engulfed Kashmir Valley on Monday affecting smooth flow traffic.
A meteorological department official here told GNS that Srinagar recorded a low of minus 2.3 °C against minus 2.1°C on previous night and it was 0.3°C below normal for the summer capital of J&K for this time of the year.
Most parts of the Valley including Srinagar saw a thick blanket of fog, reducing visibility and causing inconvenience to commuters.
Qazigund recorded a minimum of minus 2.6°C against minus 2.0°C on the previous night, he said. The minimum temperature was 0.6°C below normal for the gateway town of Kashmir, the MeT official said.
Pahalgam recorded a low of minus 4.3°C against minus 3.9°C on the previous night and it was 0.7°C above normal for the famous resort in south Kashmir.
Kokernag, also in south Kashmir, recorded a minimum of minus 1.6°C against minus 1.1°C on the previous night and the temperature was above normal by 0.5°C for the place, the official said.
Kupwara town in north Kashmir recorded a low of minus 3.0°C against minus 2.7°C on the previous night and it was 0.4°C below normal there, the official said.
Gulmarg, the official said, recorded a low of minus 2.6°C against minus 3.5°C on the previous night and the temperature was 3.2°C above normal for the world famous skiing resort in north Kashmir.
Jammu, he said, recorded a minimum of 7.3°C against 9.6°C on previous night, and it was below normal by 0.9°C for the winter capital of J&K.
Banihal recorded 6.2°C, Batote 5.9°C and Bhaderwah 2.4°C, he said.
Kashmir valley is under ‘Chillai-Kalan’, the 40-day harsh period of winter. While ‘Chillai-Kalan’ will end on January 30, it does not mean an end to the winter. It is followed by a 20-day-long period called ‘Chillai-Khurd’ that occurs between January 30 and February 19 and a 10-day-long period ‘Chillai-Bachha’ (baby cold) which is from February 20 to March 1.
Till December 26, weather is expected to be generally dry, the MeT official said.
“Generally cloudy weather is expected with possibility of light snow over isolated higher reaches on December 27.
“Generally dry weather is expected from December 28-31,” he said, adding, “Overall there is no significant weather activity till December ending”.
He said from January 1-3, weather is expected to be generally cloudy with “light rain/snow at scattered places.” (GNS)
SRINAGAR: Two individuals lost their lives, and a minimum of 13 others sustained injuries as a vehicle, transporting a wedding party, veered off the road and plunged into a gorge in Reasi district on Monday.
The Ecco vehicle (JK20C-2474) was en route from Balmatkote to Baddar road when the incident occurred in Mohre area.
Following the accident, a significant rescue operation was initiated by locals and the police.
Two fatalities were reported, and 13 injured individuals were transported to District Hospital Reasi. Four critically wounded were later transferred to GMC Rajouri for specialized treatment.
SDM Mohre Sayed Mazhar Ali Shah confirmed the incident to GNS.
Authorities stated that the individuals involved were returning from a wedding ceremony, and a case has been registered with further investigation underway. (GNS)
Lt Governor Manoj Sinha reviews the security situation along the border during his visit to forward areas of Poonch
Five soldiers were killed, and two others injured in an ambush by militants at Dhatyar Morh near the border separating Rajouri and Poonch. The attackers strategically positioned themselves atop a hill, targeting Army vehicles at a blind curve and bumpy road, resulting in casualties. The ambush bore similarities to an earlier attack in April. Officials suspect the missing weapons of soldiers may have been taken by the militants. This marks the fourth major encounter in Rajouri and Poonch this year, totalling 20 soldiers lost, including two Captains. This year, Rajouri, Poonch and Reasi districts witnessed a series of encounters that left 55 persons, including 20 security personnel and 28 militants dead. While 27 persons, including 10 militants and 10 security personnel, were killed in Rajouri, 15 militants and 10 security personnel died in Poonch district. Three subversives were killed in the Reasi district.
India’s banking system has unclaimed deposits of Rs 42,270 crore as of March 2023.
LADAKH
Two members of the mountaineering team on way to the peak, crossing the glacier. KL Image: Special arrangement
Amidst a drinking water crisis exacerbated by receding mountain glaciers in Ladakh during the summer, the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC), Leh, has imposed a ban on all trekking expeditions to the Stok Kangri mountain range. This ban, effective immediately, extends to travel agencies, the Army, Air Force, and paramilitary forces. The administration had intermittently banned expeditions to address these concerns. With major water shortages reported in Leh and Kargil during the tourist season, experts reveal a 25 per cent glacier recession in Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh over the past 60 years, impacting nearly 5,000 glaciers in the region. Ongoing studies highlight glacier changes, including subglacial over-deepening leading to potential lake formation in the Parkachik glacier and characteristics of debris-free glaciers in the Stok range.
The government says that Jammu and Kashmir has got investment worth Rs 5319.35 crores after August 5, 2019.
GUPKAR
PAGD leaders addressing a press conference in Srinagar on Friday October 15, 2021. KL Image
The Peoples Democratic Party’s (PDP) newly constituted parliamentary board, chaired by Mohammad Sartaj Madni, expressed support for a pre-poll alliance with the National Conference in Jammu and Kashmir. Emphasising the unity of the Peoples’ Alliance for Gupkar Declaration (PAGD), Madni asserted that any rift could undermine their shared goals. Indications from top JKNC leadership suggest a pre-poll alliance between the two main Kashmir parties is impossible. Dr Farooq Abdullah and Mehbooba Mufti have joined the INDIA alliance as two parties. Separately, Ghulam Ahmad Mir of the Congress Working Committee expressed optimism about the INDIA alliance’s smooth seat-sharing process for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, envisioning a joint opposition candidate against the BJP-led NDA on every seat, including in Jammu and Kashmir.
After retrieving nearly 9000 kanals falling under Ghair Mumkin Khad category and delineating it as falling outside water bodies, the government will now get more than 13000 kanals from other areas.
NYOMA
A herd of Pashmina goats in Ladakh. KL Image: Bilal Bahadur
In Ladakh, 448 pashmina kid pens have been strategically installed in multiple villages of the Nyoma sub-division to address the winter mortality of high-value pashmina goat kids. These pens aim to create a more sustainable environment for herders during challenging winters. These well-designed pens, featuring double-layered polycarbonate sheets for heat retention and ventilation, contribute to safeguarding the well-being of pashmina goats, ultimately supporting the region’s pashmina production industry said to be 50 tons annually.
In 24 hours, Jammu Kashmir experienced 11 earthquakes and aftershocks, mostly in Chenab Valley and Ladakh.
KASHMIR
The Reasi Railway Bridge is a crucial link between Banihal and Katra. It is one of the world’s highest bridges railway, much higher than the Eiffel Tower Photograph: Asrar Sultanpuri
The Railways Ministry has approved the Final Location Survey for five rail lines exclusively in Kashmir. The approved lines include the doubling of the Baramulla-Banihal section (135.5 kilometres), Baramulla-Uri (50 kilometres), Sopore-Kupwara (33.7 kilometres), Awantipora-Shopian (27.6 kilometres), and Anantnag-Bijbehara-Pahalgam (77.5 kilometres). This development, part of the vibrant village programme, aims to bolster sustainability for livestock rearers during harsh winters. The absence of new lines in Jammu has sparked demands for an extension from Jammu to Poonch via Rajouri. The Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link project, facing challenges due to geological surprises in the young Himalayas, is expected to be completed early next year, linking Kashmir to the national rail network. All tunnelling works on 111-km Banihal and Katra stretch have been completed.
In Ladakh, banks have Rs 8567.17 crore deposits in their vaults against an exposure of Rs 4136.60 crore as of September 2023.
JAMMU
Rohingyas refugees settlement camp in Jammu. KL Image by Pallavi Sareen
In six Jammu districts, the police launched a crackdown on the support system of Rohingyas refugees, filing 14 FIRs and detaining nearly 50 individuals, including seven married couples. This marks the first simultaneous effort against those aiding Rohingyas in obtaining essential documents, housing, and utilities. The crackdown targeted facilitators across Jammu, Doda, Kishtwar, Ramban, Rajouri, and Poonch. FIRs were lodged in seven locations in Jammu, with additional cases in other districts. The operation aimed at preserving the socio-economic fabric and security of the region, with the arrested individuals facing legal proceedings for violating national security and immigration laws. The police seized documents, including Aadhaar cards and ration cards, during searches. The arrests include a former BJP Corporator.
Central University of Kashmir has announced the launch of the Student Aid Fund (SAF) for variable tuition fee waivers for students which can go from 40 per cent to even 100 per cent.
SRINAGAR
Representational picture
A mobile app named Cough Against TB is revolutionising tuberculosis (TB) detection in Kashmir. Developed by the Wadhwani Institute for Artificial Intelligence, the app utilises artificial intelligence to screen for TB by comparing cough sounds with a dataset of nearly 15000 TB-positive and TB-negative cough sounds. Dr Adfar Yaseen, leading Kashmir’s IB treatment division, oversees the training of healthcare workers to use the app, emphasising its effectiveness in detecting the disease, especially in hard-to-reach places without access to X-rays.
Jammu and Kashmir will receive an additional 1036 MW of power until March 2024, following the allocation of 393 MW in December 2023. This brings the cumulative allocation to 3184 MW.
LUCKNOW
On December 17, an anti-encroachment drive in Lucknow (UP) led to the detention and assault of seven Kashmiri traders selling dry fruits. The police action, captured in viral videos, sparked accusations of excesses. The traders, booked under various sections of the CrPC, were later bailed out by lawyers. One trader, Rauf Nazir, emphasised their legal compliance and expressed fear, stating, “We are frightened. We may return to our hometowns earlier this season.” The police claimed the vendors misbehaved with municipal officials. The incident highlights tensions faced by Kashmiri vendors and raises concerns about discrimination and excessive measures during such drives. In UP, Kashmiri vendors have been facing such situations for many months now.
ODISHA
The Special Task Force (STF) of the Odisha Crime Branch has arrested a Kashmiri fraudster Sayed Ishaan Bukhari. Impersonating as a neurosurgeon, and PMO official, he has reportedly married six women using fake certificates. He was arrested from Neulpur village where he was living with Sainaz, a woman from Jajpur and her six-year-old daughter. The woman, a teacher, has been sacked. Bukhari, belonging to Handwara, reportedly married the woman in 2016 after they fell in love on social media. Police are working to see if there is anything that would link him to espionage with Pakistan. Police in Jammu and Kashmir have said they have a case against Bukhari as well.
BUDGAM
High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh (KL Image- Raashid Andrabi)
The Jammu and Kashmir High Court has relieved Ghulam Nabi Shah from a five-year restraint preventing him from opening his home’s windows. In 2018, a local court issued the order based on a neighbour’s complaint that it would violate privacy. The High Court reportedly in an ex-party decision ruled that ensuring privacy is the defendant’s responsibility, suggesting solutions like using curtains or erecting a wall to maintain privacy. Shah, residing in Budgam, had faced restrictions despite complying with court directives on roof slope and drain pipes.
DUBAI
A cricket tournament in progress at the picturesque Lehanthora stadium in Shopian. Photo Abdul Wajid, Facebook
Jammu and Kashmir cricketers Rasikh Salam Dar and Abid Mushtaq are set to play in the 2024 Indian Premier League (IPL). Rasikh will represent Delhi Capitals, having been released by Kolkata Knight Riders, while Abid Mushtaq secured a spot in Rajasthan Royals at his base price of Rs 20 lakh. Rasikh, a pacer, is the third cricketer from Kashmir in the IPL after Abdul Samad and Umran Malik. Rasikh, who faced a ban in 2019, recently took six wickets in a Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy match. The IPL 2024 auction took place in Dubai on December 19. Nine players from Jammu and Kashmir were shortlisted for the IPL auction, in 2024,
JAMMU
Tahir Khurshid Raina, a Special Judge Anti-corruption in Jammu sentenced a former Section Officer in the Planning Section of the DC office to three years imprisonment and imposed a Rs 50 lakh fine in a disproportionate assets case. The judge emphasised the severity of the sentence to deter corruption and stated that the fine, if not paid within two months, would be recovered from the convict’s assets. The court lamented the uncontrolled avarice of the convict and invoked legal provisions to address the failure to invoke certain sections during the investigation. The accused, in his seventies, received a reduced sentence due to age and trial duration.
JAMMU
47 former lawmakers of the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly were accused of failing to repay housebuilding advances, depriving the government exchequer of Rs 570 lakh. The interest-free loans, granted under Housing Loan Rules, 1988, amounted to Rs 5 lakh, Rs 10 lakh (if car advance wasn’t availed), and Rs 20 lakh. Some members including Mehbooba Mufti stated that the RTI revelation is incorrect as she has paid the loan back.
MUMBAI
Bollywood actor Bhayashree in Kashmir in December 2023.
Bollywood actress Bhagyashree praises Kashmir’s tranquillity and beauty, questioning why people choose foreign destinations over such scenic wonders. Reminded of Amir Khusro’s couplet, she urges others not to miss visiting Kashmir, expressing admiration for the locals’ kindness and the delectable cuisine. Bhagyashree has been sharing her Himalayan Holiday in Pahalgam on social media, emphasising the region’s mesmerising beauty and her joy amidst the snow-capped Himalayan peaks. “People here say Kashmir is a mini-Switzerland but I say Switzerland is mini-Kashmir. You feel inner peace here. People are so good that you will never face a problem,” the 54-year-old actor said. Meanwhile, Hiten Tejwani, currently filming Pashminna – Dhaage Mohobbat Ke in Kashmir, shares a positive experience. Enjoying the picturesque beauty and pleasant weather, he commends the locals’ warmth and delicious cuisine, relishing kebabs and local dishes.
SRINAGAR
The Jammu and Kashmir Police successfully dismantled a militant module in Srinagar with the arrest of three individuals linked to the attack on a police constable in Bemina on December 9. The Director General of Police, RR Swain, revealed that Imtiyaz Ahmed Khanday, Mehnan Khan, and Danish Ahmed Mala were arrested for their involvement in the attack. The trio, he said are with banned Lashkar-e-Toiba outfit. Danish Malla, the mastermind, planned the attack on police constable Muhammad Hafiz Chak. The arrested individuals had prepared a list of policemen as potential targets. During the investigation, it was found that the weapons, including Canik TP09 pistols, were dropped from drones or smuggled into Jammu and Kashmir.
SRINAGAR
The Jammu and Kashmir administration banned a health supplement consisting of lysine and zinc with B-complex syrup after it failed the quality test twice. Manufactured in Samba, the Drugs and Food Control Organisation advised people to discontinue the usage of Corvit-M’s health supplement as it was declared as misbranded and unsafe.
SRINAGAR: King Abdulaziz University is inviting applications for Fully Funded Scholarships in Saudi Arabia for all International Students from around the world. The application process is open throughout the year.
The Scholarship for the academic year 2024-25 offers complete financial coverage for international students pursuing undergraduate, masters, and PhD programmes. The University is providing a range of academic programmes, encompassing Sciences, Engineering, Humanities, Arts, Information Technology, Business Administration, Computer Engineering, and Sciences Fields, for both Master’s and PhD levels.
The programme period for undergraduates is four years, for masters is two years and for PhD is three years. The courses available for undergraduate programme involve Arts and Humanities, Faculty of Economics and Administration, Faculty of Law, Faculty of Science, Faculty of Communication and Media, Environmental Designs, Faculty of Marine Sciences, Meteorology, Environment and Arid Land Agriculture, Faculty of Engineering, Faculty of Earth Sciences, and Faculty of Computing and Information Technology.
The courses available for the masters programme involve Faculty of Arts: Arabic Language and Literature, Islamic Law Studies, Sociology, Psychology, Information Science, English Language and History.
Faculty of Economics and Administration: Accounting, Economics, Business and Public Administration, Faculty of Science: Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Mathematics, Physics, and Astronomical Sciences, Faculty of Engineering: Thermal Engineering and Desalination, Mining Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Medical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Aeronautic Engineering, Production Engineering & Mechanical System Design, Industrial Engineering.
Faculty of Meteorology, Environment Arid Land Agriculture: Arid Land Agriculture, Environmental Sciences, Hydrology and Water Resources Management.
Faculty of Marine Science: Marine Biology, Marine Physics, Marine Chemistry, and Marine Geology, Faculty of Environmental Design: Urban and Regional Planning and Architecture, Faculty of Computing & Information Technology: Computer Science, and Information Technology, and Information System.
The courses available for PhD programme involve Faculty of Arts & Humanities: Arabic Language and Literature, Islamic Law Studies, Sociology, Psychology, Information Science, English Language, History
Faculty of Science: Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Astronomical Sciences, Faculty of Engineering: Thermal Engineering and Desalination, Mining Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Medical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Aeronautic Engineering, Production Engineering & Mechanical System Design and Industrial Engineering, Faculty of Meteorology, Environment Arid Land Agriculture: Arid Land Agriculture, Environmental Sciences, Hydrology and Water Resources Management, Faculty of Marine Science: Marine Biology, Marine Physics, Marine Chemistry, and Marine Geology.
The scholarship benefits include Welcoming new students at the airport, providing a two-month stipend upon arrival as a preparation allowance, a monthly stipend, a distinction allowance for outstanding students providing a three-month stipend as a graduation allowance for book shipment, ensuring ongoing financial assistance and support until students are well-established. Providing emergency subsidies and financial aid to students. Arranging suitable accommodation for scholarship students and monitoring their well-being in their places of residence throughout the academic year, offering solutions in case of any issues and providing affordable food options and healthcare services for students.
The eligibility criteria to apply for the application involve:
Undergraduate eligibility Requirements:
The student should possess a secondary school graduation certificate or an equivalent qualification from within the KSA or abroad. The student’s secondary school graduation certificate should not be more than 3 years old. For undergraduate admission, students should be between 17 and 25 years old. Female students must be accompanied by a relative within the prohibited degrees with regular residence.
Masters and PhD eligibility Requirements:
Students must not be older than 30 years old for Masters and 35 Year for PhD. Students must obtain a recognized qualification in his/her own country with a minimum grade (very good) in case their final degree classifications were awarded in an estimate and English Language Test Certificate. The student must provide two recommendation letters from his/her previous faculty members. Students must not have been dismissed from one of the Saudi Institutions. Candidates of Arabic Language and Literature, Islamic Law and Studies, Sociology, Psychology, Information Science programs must be professional in spoken and written Arabic language.
The documents required for the scholarship include:
Curriculum vitae for the applicant. Statement of purpose must be in English for all programmes except in Islamic Studies and Arabic Language. A copy of the previous degree certificate (certified by the Saudi Embassy). A copy of the transcript (certified by the Saudi Embassy). Recommendation letters should be submitted from two of their former professors. A copy of a valid passport, with at least one year of validity. Photographs, and Language Proficiency Certificate.
For further details and application process, go on to www.kau.edu.sa
The Special Task Force (STF) of the Odisha Crime Branch has arrested a Kashmiri fraudster Sayed Ishaan Bukhari. Impersonating as a neurosurgeon, and PMO official, he has reportedly married six women using fake certificates. He was arrested from Neulpur village where he was living with Sainaz, a woman from Jajpur and her six-year-old daughter. The woman, a teacher, has been sacked. Bukhari, belonging to Handwara, reportedly married the woman in 2016 after they fell in love on social media. Police are working to see if there is anything that would link him to espionage with Pakistan. Police in Jammu and Kashmir have said they have a case against Bukhari as well.
47 former lawmakers of the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly were accused of failing to repay housebuilding advances, depriving the government exchequer of Rs 570 lakh. The interest-free loans, granted under Housing Loan Rules, 1988, amounted to Rs 5 lakh, Rs 10 lakh (if car advance wasn’t availed), and Rs 20 lakh. Some members including Mehbooba Mufti stated that the RTI revelation is incorrect as she has paid the loan back.