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Meteorological Department forecasts end to dry spell in J-K

The Meteorological Department Kashmir on Monday predicted a much-awaited end to the dry spell in Jammu and Kashmir.
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Kashmir grapples with unprecedented water crisis amidst prolonged dry spell

A severe water crisis has engulfed the Kashmir region, triggered by an extended dry winter spell that has severely impacted its water sources, raising urgent alarms.

Weather may take a turn from January 24 onwards: Director MeT

Director MeT, Dr Mukhtar today said that it is not the first time Kashmir has witnessed a dry winter.

Visibility improves, sub-zero temperature continues across Kashmir

The visibility improved on Saturday after four days of dense fog while mercury continues to settle below freezing point across the Kashmir Valley.

Fog likely to continue till January 4 amidst dry spell: MeT

The persistent dense fog in Kashmir, now spanning five days, is posing considerable difficulties for commuters across the region.

Anticipated snowfall in Kashmir plains, precipitation expected tonight

Residents in several districts of Kashmir are bracing for the possibility of snowfall tonight as temperatures continue to plummet, according to the latest weather update.

Chillai-Kalan begins, night temperatures plummet across Kashmir

With the onset of Chillai-Kalan, the 40-day period of intense winter, the mercury has dropped significantly across the Kashmir Valley.

Weak Western Disturbance to bring cloudy skies, light precipitation in J-K

As per the latest weather forecast, Jammu and Kashmir braces for the impact of a week Western Disturbance, leading to anticipated partly cloudy to cloudy weather.

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