News Topic:J&K Meteorological Department
Kashmir
Kashmir’s higher reaches blanketed in fresh snowfall
The higher reaches of the Kashmir valley witnessed a fresh bout of snowfall, while some plains experienced rainfall, setting the stage for an extended spell of wintry weather.
Travel
Bandipora-Gurez road reopens for one-way traffic amidst weather challenges
Authorities have successfully restored one-sided traffic on the Bandipora-Gurez road, allowing the movement of Light Motor Vehicles (LMVs).
Kashmir
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.
J&K
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.
Kashmir
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.
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Kashmir
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.
Kashmir
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.
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Traffic restored in Beerwah after flash floods washed away Sukhnag diversion
Vehicular traffic through Beerwah town in central Kashmir's Budgam district was restored on Saturday after remaining suspended for four days.
Overseas Job Fraud: EOW chargesheets accused who duped youth of lakhs
The Economic Offences Wing (EOW), Kashmir, of the Crime Branch, Jammu and Kashmir, has filed a chargesheet in connection with an alleged overseas job fraud.
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