News Topic:J&K Meteorological Department

Snowfall breaks month-long dry spell in Kashmir’s southern region

After enduring a month-long dry spell, the Kashmir region is finally witnessing a respite as snowfall graces the southern part of the valley.

Meteorological Department forecasts end to dry spell in J-K

The Meteorological Department Kashmir on Monday predicted a much-awaited end to the dry spell in Jammu and Kashmir.
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Kashmir grapples with unprecedented water crisis amidst prolonged dry spell

A severe water crisis has engulfed the Kashmir region, triggered by an extended dry winter spell that has severely impacted its water sources, raising urgent alarms.

Weather may take a turn from January 24 onwards: Director MeT

Director MeT, Dr Mukhtar today said that it is not the first time Kashmir has witnessed a dry winter.

Fog likely to continue till January 4 amidst dry spell: MeT

The persistent dense fog in Kashmir, now spanning five days, is posing considerable difficulties for commuters across the region.

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.

J-K braces for rising temperatures, dry spell ahead

The weatherman here has predicted a further increase in the temperature across Jammu & Kashmir, saying that the Union Territory would witness warmer days ahead.

J-K Breaks Rainfall Records: Excess precipitation hits 24%, highest in May

Jammu and Kashmir recorded an excess rainfall of 24 percent in the month of May as the Union Territory recorded 96.3 mm of rainfall last month.

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LG Sinha chairs high-level security review; Orders heightened alert across Kashmir

Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday chaired a high-level meeting of senior police and civil administration officials at the Police Control Room in Kashmir.

Schools, colleges to remain closed in Kashmir until March 7

All schools and colleges across the Kashmir Division will remain closed till March 7, 2026, Education Minister Sakina Itoo announced on Tuesday.

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