November 27, 2023 | Kashmir POST

Amid worsening electricity crisis, electricity department seeks police action on ‘Online Abuse’

November 27, 2023 Editor

Amid the ongoing electricity crisis in the Kashmir valley, the electricity department of the region has sought Police action against users showing their frustration against the department online. Kashmir Power Development Corporation Limited (KPDCL) in a tweet tagged the cyber police of Jammu Kashmir after posting a few screenshots of hateful comments against the department and asked the Police to initiate action against the users. In a tweet, the department, tagged the Police and it’s cyber wing stating, “Pl take note of these abusive X handles using vituperative language against…

Navigating the Rich Landscape of Careers in Security and Surveillance: A Comprehensive Exploration

November 27, 2023November 27, 2023 Editor

Unveiling the Dynamics of Careers in Security and Surveillance: Roles, Skills, and Compensation By : Javid Amin In the dynamic, technologically charged landscape of the modern world, the role of security and surveillance has elevated to unprecedented heights. This is particularly pronounced in a country as diverse and populous as India, where distinctive security challenges call for innovative solutions. The demand for skilled professionals in the realm of security and surveillance is surging, making it a field ripe with promise and potential. Understanding the Essence of Security and Surveillance Security…

Students Leverage Organic Ganja Demand, Establish Illicit Online Supply Chain

November 27, 2023 Editor

Noida is currently leading the chart for the highest consumption of drugs in northern India where the drug peddlers operate with the help of fake e-commerce companies, conducting deliveries in educational institutions and companies. In Greater Noida, drug packets are being delivered on demand to universities, corporate companies, educational institutions and even residents of posh areas. The Greater Noida Beta-2 police recently exposed a gang engaged in the illicit trade of marijuana and charas, operating under the guise of an e-commerce company, conducting deliveries in educational institutions and companies. The…

State Land Reclaimed: Encroachments Removed in Kishtwar Area

November 27, 2023 Editor

A demolition drive was carried out and a large chunk of state land was retrieved in Drabshalla area of Kishtwar district on Sunday, an official said. The anti-encroachment drive was carried out by revenue officials with the help of police and CRPF teams at Dugga village. The official said the successful operation, conducted with requisite manpower and machinery, targeted structures, including sheds, walls and plinths, on state land. Eleven individuals have been identified as defaulters and their details have been promptly submitted to the office of Kishtwar Deputy Commissioner Devansh…

Apple Farmers and Trade Unions Unite in Protest Against Government Policies

November 27, 2023November 27, 2023 Editor

While addressing the demonstration, CITU president and Communist Party of India (Marxist) general secretary MY Tarigami said that Kashmir was facing the worst power crisis in the last two decades, a statement said Centre of Indian Trade Unions (CITU) and Jammu and Kashmir Apple Farmers Federation held a protest demonstration at the Press Enclave in Srinagar over the “anti-farmer and anti people” policies of the government on Sunday. Shouting slogans against the administration , the protesters expressed concern over problems faced by the people. While addressing the demonstration, CITU president…

J&K Fortifies Power Grid with Additional 500 MW to Combat Winter Demand

November 27, 2023 Editor

This will subside the energy demand in Jammu and Kashmir which is increasing at a compound annual growth rate of 10%, the spokesperson said The Jammu and Kashmir administration on Sunday approved the purchase of an additional 500 MW of power from the Centre to meet the winter demand, an official said. Due to the low proportion of hydropower in the Union Territory, the availability of electricity reduces in winter because of reduced water discharge in rivers. In order to bridge this gap between demand and availability of power during…

J&K’s Power Infrastructure Strains Under Growing Demand Despite Surplus Generation

November 27, 2023 Editor

A resource-rich region, Jammu and Kashmir, that produces surplus electricity from the hydro-electric projects is facing the worst power crisis in many decades during harsh winters. The tall claims of the J&K administration, directly under central government control since its reading down from a state to Union Territory since August 5, 2019, have fallen flat. Even as Jammu and Kashmir produces a surplus of nearly 900 Mega Watts (MW) electricity from its 21 hydroelectric projects, it continues to be in the dark. As temperatures begin to plummet Kashmir Valley is…