News Topic:Floods
Kashmir
10 years after 2014 floods, Kashmir remains uncertain about preparedness for future disasters
As September 7, 2024 marked the 10th anniversary of the 2014 floods, the scars remain vivid, with lingering questions about the effectiveness of flood management.
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J&K
Heavy rainfall and flash floods expected in J-K
The Meteorological Department in Srinagar has issued a weather advisory for Jammu and Kashmir, warning of potential flash floods, landslides, and mudslides.
J&K
Meteorological Centre predicts rainfall and potential flood risks in J-K
With the overcast weather largely observed in J&K, the Meteorological Centre Srinagar on Friday predicted varied intensity rainfall in the UT.
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Kashmir
Decade-long delay in completion of vital bridge frustrates Pulwama locals
Despite elapsing 10 years, a vital bridge on Romshi rivulet in Rahmoo village of Pulwama district is awaiting completion, thereby leaving the locals to lurch at large.
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News & Interviews
Flash flood hits Tenghar village in Pulwama
In a harrowing ordeal for the residents of Tenghar village in southern Kashmir's Pulwama district, a sudden flash flood wreaked havoc, inundating over a dozen homes.
Kashmir
Cloud Burst: 15 Amarnath pilgrims dead, 40 still missing
At least 15 pilgrims died while over 40 others are missing after flash floods triggered by a cloudburst hit the holy cave area of Shri Amarnathji on Friday.
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Breaking News
Baltal Cloud Burst: Death toll rises to 13
The death toll in the flash floods triggered by a cloudburst at Baltal area, which houses a base camp for the Amarnath pilgrimage rose to 13.
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J&K
MeT predicts more rains in J-K in next 36 hours
The Meteorological Department on Tuesday predicted more rainfall in Jammu & Kashmir, while it also issued an advisory asking people to remain cautious.
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900 doctors appointed, 400 more underway, says Sakina Itoo
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