The report highlights the intricate relationship between cinema and real-life events, especially in the subcontinental context. Films often influence fashion trends, social behaviours, and even criminal activities. It draws parallels between Bollywood movies and actual incidents in Jammu and Kashmir, showcasing how on-screen narratives sometimes mirror the region's reality. The examples range from fashion trends inspired by movie characters to elaborate cons mirroring cinematic plots, as well as cases of gruesome violence, deception, drug abuse, acid attacks, heists, and domestic violence. The report underscores the interplay between reel and real, shedding light on the impact of cinema on society.
The Jammu and Kashmir Bank's stock has been bullish in recent years, particularly since the 2014 share-split era. The bank's impressive performance is driven by historically high profits, notably a substantial leap from a Rs 1139.41 crore loss in 2019-20 to a Rs 1197 crore profit in 2022-23. This success is indicative of the broader banking sector's health, as the bank historically sets the tone for financial operations in the region. While overall financial inclusion is better in Jammu and Kashmir compared to other states, deposit growth remains modest, with slight declines in some districts. Advances have seen notable growth, especially in corporate lending and personal loans. Notably, the bank's performance is crucial for the region's economy, with credit appetite varying across districts and regions. Despite challenges in priority sector lending, the banking sector's robustness in non-priority lending contributes significantly. Non-performing assets (N
In South Asian politics, symbols play a crucial role, especially with electronic voting replacing paper ballots. Post-2019, Jammu and Kashmir parties face symbol-related challenges. Jammu and Kashmir Peoples' Conference shifted from lion to apple symbol for economic significance. Jammu and Kashmir National Panthers Party adopted a bicycle, facing internal issues. The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference battled for their plough symbol. Parties' symbol struggles extend to Ladakh and upcoming elections, with BJP debating non-party versus party-based contesting strategies. Elections' significance remains due to symbol associations and potential political shifts.
by Masood Hussain SRINAGAR: The more than 111 thousand- word judgement by Jawad Ahmad, Principal Sessions Judge Srinagar that convicted two young men for disfiguring the face of an eighth-semester law student in Srinagar details the chilling incident and how police cracked the apparently ‘bind’.