News Topic:Rainfall
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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Kashmir
Horticulture Department recommends urgent fungicide spray for hailstorm-hit apple orchards
Amid growing concerns among farmers due to recent incessant rains and hailstorms in South Kashmir, the HDO Shadimarg has issued urgent recommendations.
Kashmir
Kashmir’s higher reaches receive fresh snowfall
The upper reaches of Kashmir, including the famous ski resort of Gulmarg, experienced fresh snowfall on Sunday, bringing a picturesque white blanket to the region.
Kashmir
Dry spell affects saffron cultivation in Kashmir
The dry spell in Kashmir has had a devastating impact on saffron production this year, with yields dropping by 50 to 70 percent compared to previous years.
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Kulgam Horticulture Department offers 50% subsidy on anti-hail nets for orchardists
Kulgam's Horticulture Department is providing anti-hail nets to orchardists at 50% subsidy, with assistance so far crossing ₹1.30 lakh to protect fruit crops.
AIP questions Demography Committee’s scope, says LoC displacement must be assessed
AIP spokesperson Inam Un Nabi has urged the High-Level Committee on Demographic Changes to examine LoC displacement, PoK returnees and Kashmiri Pandit migration.
900 doctors appointed, 400 more underway, says Sakina Itoo
J&K Health Minister Sakina Itoo says 900 doctors have been appointed via PSC, with 400 more recruitments underway alongside expansion of diagnostic facilities.
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Locals pool funds to send Jharkhand labourer home after mother’s death
Residents of Kadipora area in Anantnag district pooled money and arranged transportation for a labourer from Jharkhand after learning that his mother had died back home.
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