News Topic:Heatwave

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

Srinagar records third highest temperature since 1981

Since 1981, the summer capital Srinagar has witnessed the third highest ever day temperature this summer season.

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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Kulgam Horticulture Department offers 50% subsidy on anti-hail nets for orchardists

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Locals pool funds to send Jharkhand labourer home after mother’s death

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