News Topic:Rainfall
J&K
Flash flood warning issued for J&K amid gusty winds, heavy rain
The Meteorological Centre Srinagar issued a severe weather advisory Thursday, warning residents and tourists in Jammu and Kashmir of potential flash floods over the next 48 hours.
Kashmir
Parched Peaks: 65% rainfall deficit sparks fears for J&K’s agriculture
Jammu and Kashmir has recorded its seventh consecutive winter rainfall deficit, with the December 2025–February 2026 period ending 65 per cent below normal.
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J&K
J&K braces for fresh spell of rain and snow
After the season’s first major widespread snowfall, Jammu and Kashmir is set to witness another spell of rain and snow from Monday evening, the MeT said.
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Jammu
SDRF teams conduct disaster management Ops in waterlogged areas of rains hit Jammu
The State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) teams conducted disaster management operations in various areas of Jammu, following heavy rains.
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Jammu
Heavy rain creates havoc in Jammu, bridge damaged on Jammu-Pathankot NH
Life came to a standstill today after several parts of the Jammu region witnessed flash-flood-like situations due to continuous heavy rainfall, causing damage.
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Religion
No Yatra convoy to move from Bhagwati Nagar on July 31
In view of the inclement weather conditions, as an abundant caution, the ongoing Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra convoy will not move from Bhagwati Nagar, Jammu on July 31, 2025.
Kashmir
Driving skill test postponed in Anantnag due to rainfall
The Office of the Assistant Regional Transport Officer (ARTO), Anantnag, has postponed the driving skill test scheduled for July 30, 2025, due to inclement weather.
Travel
Srinagar-Jammu Highway still blocked; Authorities continue to clear debris
The Jammu-Srinagar National Highway remains blocked for the second consecutive day following a series of mudslides in Ramban district.
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Latest news
Pulwama Police attach residential property of alleged drug peddler
Continuing a crackdown on local drug trafficking networks, Pulwama Police on Friday attached a residential property valued at 15.85 lakh rupees of an alleged drug peddler.
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Centre urged to intervene over mandatory TET ruling for in-service teachers
The All India National Educational Federation on Friday expressed concern over the impact of the Supreme Court's recent ruling making the TET mandatory for in-service teachers.
Driver killed, two students injured in Budgam bus mishap
A driver was killed, and two students were injured after a school bus belonging to IPTS School, Khansahib, skidded off the road and plunged into a gorge.
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