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, […]
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 […]
New bus service connects Jammu to Daddal Kalasara via Sunderbani
July 7, 2025, Jammu, Jammu & Kashmir – In a significant step toward enhancing regional transport, Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary flagged off a new daily bus service from Jammu to Daddal Kalasara via Sunderbani Bajabhain on July 6, 2025. This long-awaited service addresses the persistent demand for improved transportation in the far-flung areas of […]
Heavy rainfall disrupts Srinagar, Lal Chowk faces waterlogging
July 7, 2025, Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir – Heavy rainfall lashed parts of Srinagar, including the iconic Lal Chowk, bringing much-needed relief from the recent heatwave but causing significant disruptions due to waterlogging and traffic chaos. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) had forecasted light to moderate rain with the possibility of intense showers, which materialized […]
Heatwave sweeps Jammu region, Samba sizzles at 43.9°C
Jammu, June 9, 2025 – An intense heatwave has gripped the Jammu region, with temperatures soaring above 40°C for the third consecutive day, pushing residents and infrastructure to their limits. Samba recorded the highest temperature in the region at a scorching 43.9°C, while Jammu city followed closely at 42.7°C, according to the local meteorological department. […]
Boondan Phuhar: A melodic tribute to monsoon at New Delhi’s music fest
On August 29, J&K LG Shri Manoj Sinha attended the Monsoon Music Festival ‘Boondan Phuhar ,’ a melodious celebration of the rainy season organised by the Girija Darshan Trust in New Delhi. The event was a cultural confluence where music, monsoon, and tradition harmonised beautifully, creating an unforgettable evening of classical ragas. In his address, […]