At least 17 people have died in Jammu and Kashmir’s Rajouri district, sparking concerns in the area. While Union Minister Jitendra Singh has blamed a toxin, others have blamed pesticide poisoning

A mysterious illness in Jammu and Kashmir has claimed 17 lives, prompting panic. Initial tests revealed no infections, but cadmium toxin was later found in victims.

The authorities have sealed the affected homes, divided the area into three zones and banned all public and private gatherings.

At least 17 people, including 12 children, have died in Badhal village in Jammu's Rajouri district since 7 December. The victims initially displayed symptoms similar to food poiso