News Topic:Rainfall
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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Kashmir
Shallabugh Wetland dries up, migratory birds absent
The Shallabugh Wetland in central Kashmir's Ganderbal district, once a haven for migratory birds, has dried up completely, leaving no water for these birds to thrive in.
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J&K
October ends with severe rainfall deficit in J-K, Ladakh
Jammu and Kashmir recorded a significant rainfall deficit of 74% in October, while neighbouring Ladakh faced an even higher shortfall of 89%.
Kashmir
No snowfall expected in Kashmir plains for next 10 days
Despite circulating rumours, independent weather forecaster Kashmir Weather clarified that there is no forecast of snowfall in the plains over the next 10 days.
J&K
Heavy rainfall and flash floods expected in J-K
The Meteorological Department in Srinagar has issued a weather advisory for Jammu and Kashmir, warning of potential flash floods, landslides, and mudslides.
J&K
Cloudburst triggers flood-like situation in Pulwama
A flood-like situation was witnessed in Keller and Achgoza areas of southern Kashmir’s Pulwama district on Saturday after the cloudburst occurred at several places.
J&K
Kashmir braces for intermittent rain, improved temperatures
Kashmir is expected to experience a mix of sunny and cloudy conditions with intermittent rain showers over the next few days, according to a weather forecast.
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480 Medical Officer posts refered to JKPSC, 335 appointed: Sakina Itoo
J&K Health Minister Sakina Itoo told the Assembly that 480 Medical Officer posts were referred to JKPSC, with 416 recommendations and 335 appointments.
J&K govt cites 53,972 vacancies, reviews regularisation of temporary workers
J&K government told the Assembly that 53,972 posts are vacant while a high-level panel examines regularisation of casual, seasonal and temporary workers.
J&K Assembly session begins amid BJP protests over power, daily-wagers
J&K Assembly’s autumn session began amid BJP protests over power tariffs, daily-wagers and NHM employees, while NC MLAs sought statehood restoration.
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Royal Premier League final draws thousands to Pulwama amid traffic congestion
The Royal Premier League final between Sultan Warriors Baramulla and Royal Goodwill Cricket Club drew thousands to Pulwama, causing traffic congestion.
J&K’s digital jobs push needs a verification receipt before trust breaks
To combat fake job offers in Jammu & Kashmir, employers must adopt a "verification receipt" to help candidates instantly identify legitimate opportunities.