News Topic:Chillai Kalan

Srinagar witnesses record-breaking driest Chillai Kalan

In a first of its kind, Srinagar, the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir and other parts of the Valley witnessed the record-breaking driest Chillai Kalan this year.

Snowfall delay threatens long-term impact on water availability: Jal Shakti Department

The persistent dry spell in Kashmir, especially in the peak time of Chillai Kalan, has cast a shadow on Kashmir’s major water resources including Jehlum.

Cultural Extravaganza: Jashan Chilla-i-Kalan shines light on Kashmir’s heritage

Pulwama district was aglow with cultural vibrancy during the celebration of Jashan Chilla-i-Kalan, an event that echoed the ethos of the Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra.

Kashmiri tradition of Hokh Syun sustains winter comfort, economic benefits amidst Chillai Kalan

The timeless tradition of Hokh Syun, a unique culinary practice in Kashmir, permeates the kitchens, infusing the air with the aromatic essence of winter dishes.

Chillai-Kalan begins, night temperatures plummet across Kashmir

With the onset of Chillai-Kalan, the 40-day period of intense winter, the mercury has dropped significantly across the Kashmir Valley.

Minimum temperature below freezing point in Kashmir

The intense cold wave conditions continued in Kashmir as the minimum temperature settled several degrees below freezing point.

Kangri and Kashmir

We use different gadgets to counter the bone-chilling chill, yet the most important gadget is the earthen firepot Kangri or Kanger.

‘Kashmir Pheran Day’ celebrated in Srinagar

Social activists on Tuesday celebrated the arrival of ‘Chilai-e-Kalan’ by observing the day as ‘Kashmir Pheran Day’.

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Body of 22-year-old identified, found under suspicious circumstances in Pulwama

Authorities in Pulwama have identified the deceased found under mysterious circumstances in Palpora village of Pulwama as Junaid Ahmed Mir.
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Unidentified dead body found in Pulwama

An unidentified dead body of a male was found in Wasoora area of southern Kashmir’s Pulwama district on Thursday afternoon.

Woman hangs self to death in Srinagar

A 28-year-old woman allegedly ended her life by hanging herself at her residence in Mehjoor Nagar area of central Kashmir's Srinagar district on Thursday.

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PDP’s roadshow kicks off Lok Sabha campaign in J-K

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) launched its election campaign for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections in Jammu and Kashmir with a vibrant road show on Tuesday.

Jaundice outbreak in Pulwama village prompts official investigation

Concerns escalate in the village of Bellow Dergund, Rajpora area of Pulwama, as health officials investigate a surge in jaundice cases, particularly among children.