October 29, 2024 | Kashmir POST

Tragic Crash in Rajasthan: 12 Dead, 30 Injured as Bus Hits Flyover in Sikar

October 29, 2024 Editor

The bus coming from Salasar rammed into a part of the flyover in Laxmangarh while taking a turn. At least 12 passengers died and around 30 were injured after a private bus crashed into the wing wall of a flyover in Rajasthan’s Sikar district on Tuesday. “12 people have lost their lives. A few of those who are injured are referred to Jaipur and others are getting treatment at SK Hospital, Sikar. Proper treatment is being given to those injured. The reason behind the accident is being investigated…” Satyendra Choudhary, inspector…

Beware: Festive Scams on the Rise! Protect Yourself from Costly Gift Card Frauds

October 29, 2024November 7, 2024 Editor

A Costly Diwali Gesture: Bengaluru Techie’s Rs 4.35 Lakh Gift Card Scam By: Javid Amin As India prepares for the festive season, a new and costly scam has come to light, with Bengaluru’s Rakesh Kumar (name changed) falling prey to a fraud that cost him Rs 4.35 lakh. It all began with what seemed like a genuine message from his boss, requesting Apple gift cards as a Diwali gift for important clients. But the gesture turned into a nightmare when Kumar, a young techie, realized the request was fake—an elaborate…

Kashmir Faces Rising Stroke Rates: Experts Call for Action

October 29, 2024 Editor

Experts warn of high stroke incidence in Kashmir; Advised, also cautioning against over-the-counter cold medications, which can increase blood pressure Srinagar, Oct 28: Leading neurologists and cardiologists in Kashmir have issued a call to prioritize stroke prevention and management, citing worrying trends in the incidence and nature of strokes in the region. On the eve of World Stroke Day, experts highlighted the pressing need for public awareness and improved healthcare strategies to tackle what has been declared a global health emergency. Dr Bashir Ahmed Sanaie, Head of the Department of…

Omar Abdullah Warns of Zero Tolerance for Misconduct in Hybrid Governance Phase

October 29, 2024 Editor

Omar concerned over ‘Hybrid Governance System’, warns officers against exploiting it Srinagar, Oct 28: Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Omar Abdullah Monday expressed concern over ‘hybrid governance system’ in the Union Territory, and warned officers against exploiting the loopholes “in this system”.. Omar also said he has received assurances from the highest level at the centre that commitments made to J&K particularly with regard to governance model will change soon. Omar expressed these remarks while addressing cabinet ministers and administrative secretaries in Civil Secretariat Srinagar. “…I would [like to] tell…

Engineer Rashid Demands Transparency from Omar Abdullah on Meetings with PM Modi, Amit Shah

October 29, 2024 Editor

What did you talk with PM Modi, Amit Shah, Engineer Rashid asks Omar Abdullah; Asks did you discuss the release of J&K’s political prisoners President of Awami Ittehad Party and MP, Sheikh Abdul Rashid, alias Engineer Rashid, has urged Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah to disclose details of his meetings with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh during his recent visit to New Delhi. Addressing a press conference, Engineer Rashid said: “People have a right to know what was discussed in…

Tragic Fireworks Accident at Kerala Temple Festival Injures Over 150

October 29, 2024 Editor

Kerala fire: The injured have been taken to various hospitals in Kasargod, Kannur, and Mangaluru. More than 150 people were injured, including eight seriously, in a fireworks accident during a temple festival near Neeleswaram in Kerala’s Kasaragod late on Monday, news agency PTI reported citing police. The injured have been taken to various hospitals in Kasargod, Kannur, and Mangaluru. It is suspected that the accident took place when a fireworks storage facility near Veerarkavu Temple caught fire. The accident occurred around midnight, the report added. Top district administration officials, including…