J&K faces 86% rainfall deficit amid dry spell

Jammu, December 11, 2025: Jammu and Kashmir is experiencing an 86% rainfall deficit this season due to a prolonged dry spell, according to the India Meteorological Department . The low rainfall is affecting farmers and agriculture, especially rabi crops like wheat and mustard. Soil moisture is decreasing, which may reduce crop yields in the coming […]
A Devotee’s Ode to the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2025

In the heart of the majestic Himalayas, where the divine resonates with every step, the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra stands as a testament to unwavering faith and spiritual unity. As a devoted pilgrim, I walk this sacred path, chanting “Har Har Mahadev” and “Jai Bhole Baba,” my heart brimming with reverence for Lord Shiva, the […]
Srinagar braces for intense heatwave as mercury set to cross 35°C mark

Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir – An unprecedented heatwave is gripping the Kashmir Valley, with independent weather forecaster Faizan Arif Keng warning that Srinagar’s temperatures may surpass 35°C over the next three days. The forecast, reported by Kashmir Observer and JK Updates on June 18, 2025, comes amid a prolonged dry spell and a 26% rainfall […]
Srinagar hits season’s hottest day at 31.5°C amid heatwave in J&K

Srinagar, May 18, 2025: The summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir, Srinagar, recorded its hottest day of the season on Saturday, May 17, 2025, with temperatures soaring to 31.5°C, as reported by the Kashmir News Observer . This marked a significant spike in heatwave conditions across parts of J&K UT, with the Meteorological Department noting […]
Srinagar swelters at 30°C as dry spell persists until may 18

Srinagar, May 16, 2025: Srinagar recorded a high of 30°C on Thursday, marking a significant temperature spike as heatwave conditions intensified across Jammu and Kashmir, with Jammu soaring to a scorching 40.4°C. The Meteorological Department has forecasted that the ongoing dry spell will continue across the region until the evening of May 18, with maximum […]
Jammu & Kashmir weather forecast and alerts – April 29, 2025

SRINAGAR, April 29, 2025 – The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has released its morning weather bulletin for Jammu and Kashmir, forecasting a prolonged dry spell with rising temperatures and potential heatwave conditions across the Union Territory. Residents, farmers, and travelers are urged to take precautions as hot and dry weather dominates the region. The IMD […]
Jammu and Kashmir braces for dry spell and heat wave

Srinagar, April 27, 2025 – The Meteorological Department has forecast a prolonged dry spell and potential heat wave across Jammu and Kashmir, with hot and dry conditions expected to persist until May 1, 2025. The advisory, issued by the department’s Srinagar center, warns of rising temperatures, particularly in the Jammu division, where heat wave conditions […]
Kashmir weather set to improve from April 12, says meteorological department

Srinagar, April 11, 2025 – The Meteorological Department in Srinagar has forecast an improvement in weather conditions across Jammu and Kashmir starting April 12, following a spell of light rain, snow, and gusty winds. The wet weather, which has affected the region since April 9, is expected to subside, ushering in a dry and stable […]