News Topic:J&K Meteorological Department

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Minimum temperature below freezing point in Kashmir

The intense cold wave conditions continued in Kashmir as the minimum temperature settled several degrees below freezing point.

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Srinagar MP Aga Ruhullah seeks reopening of Yousmarg tourist resort

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