Jammu braces for heavy rains from Aug 30, Kashmir to see light drizzle: MeT
Srinagar, August 30, 2025: The Meteorological Department has issued a weather advisory predicting light to moderate rainfall across parts of Jammu division from August 30 to September 2, with the possibility of heavy showers in select districts. In contrast, Kashmir is expected to experience occasional light drizzling during the same period. The forecast, announced on […]
Union Home Minister Amit Shah to visit Jammu for two-day flood damage assessment
Jammu, August 30, 2025: Union Home Minister Amit Shah is set to undertake a two-day visit to Jammu on August 31 and September 1 to assess the devastating impact of recent floods and landslides in the region. The visit comes in the wake of relentless monsoon rains that triggered flash floods, cloudbursts, and landslides, claiming […]
J&K CM Omar Abdullah orders high alert in J&K as heavy rains spark flood, landslide fears
Srinagar, 24 August ,2025– In a swift response to the intensifying weather conditions, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has directed all relevant departments to remain on high alert as heavy rains continue to lash the region. The advisory comes as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued warnings of potential flash floods, landslides, […]
Indian Army restores connectivity with temporary bridge in Kishtwar post-cloudburst
On August 14, 2025, a devastating cloudburst struck Chishoti village in Kishtwar, Jammu and Kashmir, causing flash floods that disrupted connectivity and resulted in 38–60 deaths, over 100 injuries, and hundreds missing. The Indian Army, under White Knight Corps, constructed a temporary bridge over Chishoti Nala to restore movement for residents and Machail Mata Yatra […]
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 […]
Light showers bring relief to Srinagar as rain clouds blanket the city
SRINAGAR, AUGUST 17, 2025 – Residents of Srinagar, the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir, woke up to light showers on Sunday, August 17, 2025, as rain clouds enveloped the city, offering a much-needed respite from the summer humidity. The gentle rainfall, accompanied by a pleasant breeze, brought relief to locals and tourists alike, creating a refreshing atmosphere in the picturesque valley.According to the Meteorological Centre […]
Cloudburst, flash floods devastate Kishtwar, Kathua in J&K
JAMMU, August 17, 2025 – A series of catastrophic cloudbursts and flash floods have struck Kishtwar and Kathua districts in Jammu and Kashmir, claiming numerous lives and causing widespread destruction. Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo provided updates on the ongoing crisis, detailing the devastating impact and the extensive rescue operations underway. Kishtwar Cloudburst: 61 Dead, 116 Rescued In Kishtwar, a massive cloudburst on August 14 triggered flash floods and landslides in Chasoti village, a key stop on […]
Batch of over 3,700 pilgrims departs Jammu for Amarnath shrine amid tight security
Jammu, July 21, 2025 – A fresh batch of 3,791 pilgrims embarked on their journey to the Amarnath cave shrine in the south Kashmir Himalayas from the Bhagwati Nagar base camp in Jammu on Monday morning, officials reported. The 38-day pilgrimage, which began on July 3, 2025, has seen over 3 lakh devotees pay obeisance […]
Srinagar: MET issues alert for heavy rainfall and flash floods in J&K
Srinagar, July 16, 2025: The Meteorological Centre Srinagar has issued a critical weather advisory warning of heavy to very heavy rainfall, flash floods, and landslide risks across Jammu and Kashmir from July 16–17 and July 21–23, 2025. The advisory, released on Wednesday, urges residents and authorities to remain vigilant due to potential weather-related disruptions in […]
Wet spell in Kashmir to persist until July 17, MeT issues yellow alert
Srinagar, July 15, 2025 – The Kashmir Valley is experiencing a prolonged wet spell, with the Meteorological Department (MeT) forecasting continued rainfall across Jammu and Kashmir until July 17. Following a brief rise in temperatures, light to moderate rainfall returned on Monday, cooling the region and prompting weather advisories from authorities. The Srinagar district administration […]