News Topic:J&K Meteorological Department
Kashmir
Rain brings relief to Kashmir after weeks of dry weather
Rain lashed parts of Jammu and Kashmir on Wednesday, bringing down the temperatures and relief to the people from weeks of hot and dry conditions.
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Kashmir
Authorities advise farmers to suspend agricultural operations
The Meteorological Department has predicted a three-day wet spell in Jammu and Kashmir from Tuesday, advising farmers to suspend chemical sprays, irrigation.
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J&K
8 forest fires in Kashmir, 50 in Jammu during last 24 hours
As per the satellite images by Fire Information for Resource Management System (FIRMS), there were 8 forest fires in Kashmir and nearly 50 in Jammu region.
Kashmir
March records warmest day after 42 years: Sonam Lotus
Director of Metrological department, Sonam Lotus said that March recorded its warmest day in 42 years in the valley.
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J&K
Widespread rains, snowfall expected in J-K from March 6
Weatherman has forecast widespread light to moderate rain and snowfall in Kashmir Valley from Sunday night to March 8.
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J&K
MeT predicts widespread rain, snow in J-K
Meteorological Department Srinagar on Monday predicted widespread light to moderate rain or snowfall, mainly over higher reaches of Jammu and Kashmir.
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Kashmir
Mercury drops below freezing point in Kashmir
Night temperatures dropped below freezing point in Kashmir with Gulmarg recording a low of minus 10.4°C on Thursday, officials said.
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Kashmir
Earthquake of 5.7 magnitude jolts Kashmir valley
An earthquake of moderate intensity shook Kashmir valley on Saturday but no loss of life or damage to property has so far been reported from anywhere.
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