November 2023 | Kashmir POST

Kashmir Universities Erupt in Protest Over Controversial Social Media Post

November 29, 2023 Editor

A senior official said NIT has rusticated the student for a year but protesting students want more stringent punishment and his arrest. A day after Srinagar’s National Institute of Technology saw protests over an alleged social media post on the Prophet by a student from outside Kashmir, protests spread to other colleges on Wednesday. NIT was, meanwhile, closed for all academic activity to prevent the protests from escalating, and police and paramilitary personnel were deployed on the premises. A senior official said “no outsider, student or even employees are allowed…

#OpenToWork: A Double-Edged Sword in Your Job Search

November 29, 2023 Editor

#OpenToWork on LinkedIn: A Counterproductive Approach? By : Javid Amin In the fiercely competitive landscape of today’s job market, individuals seeking employment are constantly exploring avenues to distinguish themselves. A prevalent method is the use of the hashtag #OpenToWork on LinkedIn, intended to signal active job-seeking status to recruiters. Despite its apparent proactiveness, this approach might have counterproductive implications for several reasons. 1. Perception of Desperation: Recruiters tend to gravitate towards candidates who are in high demand, receiving multiple job offers. Broadcasting an active job search to the entire LinkedIn…

Kashmir’s Electricity Crisis: A Looming Threat to Daily Life and Economic Vitality

November 29, 2023 Editor

Kashmir’s Power Crisis: Casting a Shadow over the Region’s Well-being By : Javid Amin The picturesque landscapes of Kashmir, often revered as “Paradise on Earth,” are currently shrouded in the darkness of an escalating power crisis that has plunged the region into extended periods of electricity deprivation. Daily power cuts reaching up to 16 hours have become a grim reality for Kashmiris, disrupting their daily routines, hindering economic activities, and casting a pall over the region’s overall well-being. The Grip of Darkness: Disrupting Essential Services and Education The power crisis…

Tarigami Spearheads Demonstration Against Allegedly Anti-Public Government Measures

November 29, 2023 Editor

CPI (M) leader Mohammad Yousuf Tarigami on Tuesday held a protest rally under the banner of Jammu and Kashmir Kisan Tehreek against “anti-workers, anti-farmers and anti-people policies” of the government. He also called slapping UAPA against seven students of a farm university in Kashmir as “repressive”. Despite restrictions imposed by the UT administration, hundreds of workers and farmers assembled at Maharaja Hari Singh Park here and held protest demonstration against “anti-workers, anti-farmers and anti-people” policies of the governments at the Centre and UT of Jammu and Kashmir, he said. While…

NIT Srinagar Student’s Social Media Post Sparks Outrage, Prompts Legal Action

November 29, 2023 Editor

Police have booked a student of National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar for posting a hurtful video on social media, officials said today. The action comes after the students of the institute held a massive protest against the derogatory video clip. Talking about the incident, IGP Kashmir VK Birdi said that upon receiving the information and a written letter from the registrar of NIT campus for seeking legal action, they have taken action under relevant laws and have set an investigation into motion. “This evening police received information about a…

Kashmir Police Defend UAPA Action Against Students Accused of Pro-Pakistan Slogans During World Cup Match

November 29, 2023 Editor

Seven students have been booked for cheering Australia’s win in World Cup final. Reacting to the opinions and comments on booking of some students of SKUAST-Kashmir under UAPA for sloganeering during India-Australia cricket World cup final, Jammu and Kashmir Police on Tuesday said ‘it is not merely about raising pro Pakistan slogans and is also about normalising an abnormal : that everyone hates India (as different from the government of the day and party in power) ‘openly’. In a statement, a police spokesperson said a number of opinions and comments…

Unlocking Nature’s Healing Touch: A Comprehensive Guide to Herbs and Spices for Natural Blood Pressure Management

November 28, 2023 Editor

Harnessing Nature’s Bounty for Natural Blood Pressure Management By : Javid Amin In the relentless pursuit of holistic health, the realm of herbs and spices emerges as a treasure trove for managing hypertension, the silent adversary affecting millions worldwide. While pharmaceutical interventions are prevalent, delving into the richness of nature’s pharmacy offers an intriguing avenue for promoting cardiovascular well-being. Embark on a journey through these 11 herbs and spices celebrated for their profound properties: 1. Garlic: The Heart’s Ally Key Compound: Allicin Mechanism: Promotes vasodilation, relaxing blood vessels, enhancing blood…

‘Islamic Republic of Bihar’: BJP Criticises Bihar’s School Holiday Calendar, Cites Alleged Bias Towards Muslim Festivals

November 28, 2023 Editor

BJP leaders accused the Nitish Kumar-led Bihar government of reducing holidays for Hindu festivals and increasing holidays for Muslim festivals. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday launched another offensive against the Nitish Kumar-led Bihar government for allegedly axing the number of holidays for the state’s schools during Hindu festivals and increasing it for Muslim festivals. Calling Nitish Kumar the “chief of appeasement”, Union minister Ashwini Choubey claimed that the “anti-Hindu face” of the grand alliance has come to the fore again, alleging that the Bihar government “hates Sanatan for…

Kashmir’s Power Woes Worsen, Plunging Residents into Darkness and Frustration

November 28, 2023 Editor

The crisis has forced leaders of mainstream political parties to question the intentions of the administration Kashmir is reeling under an unprecedented power crisis amid the early winter in the Valley. As against the demand of 2,500MW, the supply is limited to a mere 1,200 to 1,500MW. Though the administration had promised to procure additional 500 MW power, the procurement process is not being fast tracked. The crisis has forced leaders of mainstream political parties to question the intentions of the administration. They have even organised protests over the demand.…

Uptick in Respiratory Infections Blamed on Chilled Weather; Physicians Advise Precautions

November 28, 2023 Editor

In the wake of a recent advisory issued by the Centre regarding a surge in respiratory illnesses in China, doctors in Kashmir have assured the public that the increase in such cases in the region is primarily due to cold weather and not a cause for panic. Amid reports of an uptick in respiratory illnesses among children in northern China, the Government of India (GoI) is closely monitoring the situation. The Centre stressed that there is no need for alarm and emphasised that the current spike in respiratory cases in…