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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17 killed as Congolese army plane crashes in southwest DRC
A Congolese army plane crashed in Kwango province after a technical fault, killing 17 people, including two senior generals, officials said.
Ashok Koul steps down as J&K BJP General Secretary
Ashok Koul has stepped down as J&K BJP General Secretary (Organisation), a post he held since 2012, saying he will return to his parent organisation.
No applications received under Journalist Welfare Scheme 2023: J&K Govt
J&K government told the Assembly that no application has been received under JWS-2023, which offers financial aid to eligible journalists in extreme hardship.
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Royal Premier League final draws thousands to Pulwama amid traffic congestion
The Royal Premier League final between Sultan Warriors Baramulla and Royal Goodwill Cricket Club drew thousands to Pulwama, causing traffic congestion.
J&K’s digital jobs push needs a verification receipt before trust breaks
To combat fake job offers in Jammu & Kashmir, employers must adopt a "verification receipt" to help candidates instantly identify legitimate opportunities.