July 25, 2024 | Kashmir POST

Pune’s Monsoon Nightmare: City Paralyzed, Four Perish

July 25, 2024 Editor

Pune District Collector Suhas Diwase has ordered schools in the city to be shut down amid incessant rain. Four died in rain-related incidents in Pune on Thursday amid heavy downpour and incessant overnight rain. Water entered several residential areas in Pune, with the Indian Meteorological Department issuing a red alert for the city. District Collector Suhas Diwase has ordered schools in the city to be shut down amid incessant rain and waterlogging. Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde said that he spoke to officers to put Indian Air Force and Army on…

US Issues Strongest Travel Warning Yet for India: Manipur, Jammu & Kashmir, and Naxal-Infested Regions Off-Limits

July 25, 2024 Editor

A Red Flag for Travelers The United States has issued a stark warning to its citizens, advising against travel to several regions within India. This unprecedented move underscores the escalating security concerns in these areas, placing a significant damper on tourism and investment prospects. Manipur: A Boiling Point At the heart of this advisory is Manipur, a northeastern state grappling with a complex ethnic conflict that has erupted into widespread violence. The US State Department has placed Manipur under its highest travel advisory level, “Do Not Travel,” citing the “threat…

Lace Up: Srinagar Gears Up for the Kashmir Marathon on October 20!

July 25, 2024 Editor

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today unveiled the logo, website and teaser of the inaugural edition of the Kashmir Marathon, to be held on October 20 in Srinagar. Speaking on the occasion, the Lt Governor invited the runners from all corners of the globe to participate in the marathon and experience the unique charm of J&K. “We aspire to make this event a beacon of peace and harmony. I am confident the Kashmir Marathon will place J&K firmly on the global running map and it will enhance global…

KPDCL Denies Tariff Hike, Confirms Load Revision for Non-Metered Areas

July 25, 2024 Editor

Srinagar, July 24: The Kashmir Power Development Corporation Limited (KPDCL) has addressed recent media reports about alleged electricity tariff hikes, stating that no such increase had been implemented for non-metered consumers in the current financial year. Addressing a news conference here today, the Managing Director of KPDCL, Mussarat ul Islam emphasised that only the Joint Electricity Regulatory Commission (JERC) for Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh was authorised to revise electricity tariffs. He addressed several critical issues facing Kashmir’s power sector. The MD KPDCL emphasised that providing 24×7 electricity was currently impossible…