News Topic:Snowfall
J&K
J-K anticipates mild precipitation, advisories issued
The J&K Meteorological Department forecasts no significant weather activity until March 10, but residents should prepare for potential light rain or snow.
J&K
J-K braces for weather whiplash
In the past 24 hours, Jammu and Kashmir has been lashed by unrelenting rain, snow, strong winds, and hailstorms, posing challenges for residents and authorities alike.
Travel
Srinagar-Kargil road blocked due to snow accumulation
Srinagar-Kargil road is still blocked due to snow accumulation. After the recent snowfall, there is a lot of snow accumulation on the road, especially on Zojila Pass.
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J&K
Moderate snow and rain forecasted for J-K
The meteorological department has predicted moderate rains and snowfall in Jammu and Kashmir starting from March 1.
J&K
MeT predicts calm weather until February 26
Following recent rains and snowfall, residents can expect a period of tranquillity until February 26, as calm weather prevails across the region
Education
Snowfall prompts closure of schools in Gurez
Following heavy snowfall and concerns regarding avalanche threats, authorities have announced the closure of all schools in the Gurez sub-division for two days.
News & Interviews
Snowbound groom rescued by CRPF in southern Kashmir
In the once restive Tral area of southern Kashmir's Pulwama district, CRPF personnel stepped in to assist a snowbound groom in reaching his in-laws' home.
J&K
Fresh snowfall in Kashmir, plains lashed by rain
The scenic landscape of Kashmir is blanketed in fresh snowfall while the plains, including Srinagar city, are drenched in rain, as per the latest observations.
Latest news
NHRC intervenes in alleged harassment of Kashmiri shawl sellers and students in several states
The NHRC has taken cognisance of alleged incidents of harassment, intimidation and attacks against Kashmiri shawl sellers and students in different parts of the country.
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Govt in J&K will collapse on its own, BJP won’t topple it: LoP Sunil Sharma
Senior BJP leader Sunil Sharma on Friday said the present government in the Union Territory would "collapse on its own."
Time to review AFSPA as security situation improved in J&K: Minister Sakina Itoo
Sakeena Itoo on Friday said the Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) should be reconsidered in view of an improved security environment in Jammu and Kashmir.
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