Torrential rains lash Kashmir valley, trigger widespread disruptions
Srinagar, August 18, 2025 – Heavy rainfall battered the Kashmir Valley on Monday, causing waterlogging, traffic disruptions, and raising fears of flash floods and landslides across multiple districts. The Meteorological Department has issued yellow and orange alerts, warning of intense showers, potential mudslides, and hazardous conditions in vulnerable areas, with forecasts predicting continued rainfall through the […]
ICRISAT and SKUAST-Kashmir: Advancing climate-resilient agriculture in J&K
Srinagar, August 18, 2025 – A high-level delegation from the International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT), comprising Dr. Stanford Blade, Deputy Director General-Research, Dr. Damaris Odeny, and Dr. Manzoor A. Dar, met with Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday to discuss strategies for advancing climate-resilient agriculture in Jammu and Kashmir. The delegation was accompanied by Prof. Nazir Ahmad Ganai, Vice Chancellor […]
Kashmir’s bumper almond harvest uplifts farmers
Srinagar, August 17, 2025 – Kashmir’s almond industry is celebrating a bumper harvest this season, bringing significant income boosts to farmers across the region. The abundant yield, attributed to favorable weather conditions, has painted a vibrant picture in orchards, particularly in Anantnag, Pulwama, Budgam, and Baramulla. However, challenges such as erratic weather patterns, competition from […]
CM Omar Abdullah leads Van Mahotsav 2025, urges mass green movement in J&K
Jammu, July 28 — Marking a strong push for environmental stewardship, the Chief Minister of Jammu & Kashmir today participated in the Van Mahotsav 2025 celebrations held at Abhinav Theatre, Jammu. The annual tree-planting festival saw the participation of students, environmentalists, government officials, and members of civil society. In his keynote address, the Chief Minister […]
Tiger division, J&K forest dept celebrate Van Mahotsav 2025 with sapling plantation
Jammu, July 15, 2025 – The Indian Army’s Tiger Division, in collaboration with the Jammu and Kashmir Forest Department, marked Van Mahotsav 2025 by organizing a significant tree-planting initiative in Jammu, reinforcing their commitment to environmental stewardship and community engagement. The event, held during the annual week-long Forest Festival (July 1–7), saw personnel from the […]
Srinagar records hottest june night in history at 25.0°C
Srinagar, June 25, 2025 – Srinagar, the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir, marked a historic weather event on June 25, 2025, recording its hottest-ever June night with a minimum temperature of 25.0°C, surpassing the previous record of 24.6°C set on June 29, 1978. This unprecedented spike, reported by the India Meteorological Department (IMD) and […]
“Thandi Saans” drive launched to keep Kashmir commuters hydrated
Srinagar, June 24, 2025 — As Kashmir grapples with an unprecedented heatwave, the Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Traffic, City Srinagar, has launched the “Thandi Saans” initiative to provide relief to commuters and traffic personnel. The campaign, rolled out today, involves distributing water and juice to ensure hydration for those navigating the scorching streets of […]
Srinagar records 4th hotest June night in 134 years amid intense heatwave
Srinagar, June 24, 2025 – Srinagar, the heart of Jammu and Kashmir’s summer capital, endured its fourth hottest June night in 134 years, with the mercury settling at 23.2°C on June 21, 2025, as reported by the India Meteorological Department (IMD). This blistering night, part of the 21-day summer period known as ‘Wahrat,’ marks a […]
LG Manoj Sinha inaugurates Kathua Waterfront, unveils Urban Rejuvenation project
Kathua, June 9, 2025 – Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha inaugurated the Kathua Waterfront, a transformative urban rejuvenation project, on Sunday, dedicating it to the residents of Kathua. Spanning a 1,200-meter stretch along the Kathua Canal in the heart of the city, this initiative is poised to redefine the urban landscape, stimulate the local economy, and […]
Kashmir’s farmers brace for heatwave as paddy season takes root
In Kashmir, the paddy planting season has begun under the strain of an intense heatwave and prolonged dry spell, threatening farmers’ livelihoods. The India Meteorological Department recorded Srinagar’s temperature at 32.2°C and Qazigund at 33°C, 8.6 degrees above normal. In Ganderbal’s villages like Saloora, Arhama, and Tulmulla, irrigation canals are dry, borewells are inadequate, and […]