News Topic:Heatwave
Education
School timings likely to be reviewed, says Education Minister
Education Minister Sakina Itoo on Wednesday hinted that the government may reconsider the revised school timings introduced after the summer break.
CNS -
Kashmir
Kokernag records hottest April day ever, Srinagar logs second highest
Jammu and Kashmir witnessed an extraordinary rise in temperatures on Wednesday, with Kokarnag setting a new all-time record for the highest maximum April temperature ever.
UNI -
Kashmir
Dry Spell: Leaf miners, red mites wreak havoc on Kashmir’s apple orchards
Amid the ongoing dry spell, apple growers in Kashmir are deeply concerned as a leaf miner pest continues to infect their orchards for the fourth consecutive year.
KNO -
J&K
Heatwave shatters temperature records across Kashmir
Kashmir is reeling from a record-breaking heatwave that has pushed temperatures to unprecedented levels, according to independent weather forecaster Kashmir Weather.
Education
Heatwave triggers suspension of classes for primary students in Kashmir
In response to a persistent heatwave, the Divisional Commissioner of Kashmir has ordered a temporary suspension of classwork for primary-level students.
Kashmir
Kashmir fruit growers concerned as dry spell and heatwave threaten horticulture
The ongoing dry spell and heatwave in Kashmir have left fruit growers deeply concerned, who fear severe impacts on the region's horticulture sector.
KNO -
Kashmir
Srinagar records third highest temperature since 1981
Since 1981, the summer capital Srinagar has witnessed the third highest ever day temperature this summer season.
KNT -
Kashmir
Heatwave predicted to loom as Kashmir faces scorching days
A severe heatwave is expected to grip Kashmir over the next three to four days, according to independent weather forecaster Kashmir Weather.
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Kashmir Police arrest 1,941 in drug cases, attach properties worth ₹154 crore
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Nadda reviews AIIMS Awantipora; MBBS seats to increase from 50 to 120
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Aga Ruhullah announces exit from NC, resignation as Srinagar MP
Aga Ruhullah Mehdi announced his decision to quit the National Conference and resign as Srinagar MP, citing the party's failure to honour election promises.
NC govt lacks political will to free youth facing incarceration, says Waheed Para
Waheed Para said that the current NC-led government has the power to drop cases against young people who are imprisoned, but they lack the political will to do so.