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 […]
Union Home Minister Amit Shah pledges full support for Kathua cloudburst relief efforts
Kashmir, August 17, 2025 – Union Home Minister Amit Shah has assured comprehensive support from the Modi government to aid victims of a devastating cloudburst in Kathua, Jammu and Kashmir, which claimed seven lives and injured several others. The disaster, triggered by heavy rains, struck Jodh Ghati village and Janglote in Kathua district during the […]
J&K LG Manoj Sinha inspects Baltal base camp preparations for Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2025
Ganderbal, June 30, 2025 – Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha visited the Baltal Base Camp in Ganderbal district on Monday to assess the ongoing preparations for the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2025, set to commence on July 3. The visit underscores the administration’s commitment to ensuring a peaceful, safe, and hassle-free pilgrimage for devotees heading to […]
Srinagar-Jammu highway to remain closed until monday for urgent repair work in Ramban
Ramban, April 26, 2025 – The Srinagar-Jammu National Highway (NH-44), a critical lifeline connecting Kashmir with the rest of India, will remain closed from Saturday evening until Monday morning, April 28, 2025, to facilitate urgent repair work in Ramban district. The closure, announced by the District Administration Ramban and the National Highway Authority of India […]
J&K CM Omar Abdullah chairs review meeting in Ramban to address flash flood aftermath
Ramban, Jammu and Kashmir, April 26, 2025 – Chief Minister Omar Abdullah chaired a critical review meeting at the Conference Hall Maitra in Ramban district to assess the ground situation following the devastating flash floods and landslides triggered by a cloudburst on April 20, 2025. Emphasising immediate relief, restoration, and rehabilitation, Abdullah reaffirmed the government’s […]
Ramban administration sends ration kits to Bhagna via ponies amid flood recovery
Ramban, Jammu and Kashmir, April 26, 2025 – The District Administration Ramban, in collaboration with the Food, Civil Supplies, and Consumer Affairs (FCS&CA) Department, has successfully transported ration kits to flood-affected households in Bhagna village using ponies along the Sencha–Bhagna road. This initiative, led by Deputy Commissioner Baseer-Ul-Haq Chaudhary, underscores the administration’s commitment to ensuring […]
Ramban administration deploys water tankers to ensure drinking water after flash floods
Ramban, Jammu and Kashmir, April 26, 2025 – The District Administration Ramban, under the leadership of Deputy Commissioner Baseer-Ul-Haq Chaudhary, has launched a robust initiative to supply drinking water through tankers to areas affected by the recent flash floods and landslides triggered by a cloudburst on April 20, 2025. This effort aims to ensure uninterrupted […]
NDRF Conducts familiarization exercise at GHSS Dansal
JAMMU, DECEMBER 03: The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) 13th Battalion, Jammu, conducted a familiarization exercise and awareness program today at Government Higher Secondary School (GHSS) Dansal, as part of its ongoing initiative across every tehsil in Jammu District. The exercise included the School Safety Programme (SSP) along with hands-on training in essential life-saving techniques […]
Div Com Kashmir assesses flood situation; directs round the clock functioning of Control Rooms in all districts
SRINAGAR, APRIL 29: In view of the incessant heavy rainfall, Divisional Commissioner (Div Com) Kashmir, Vijay Kumar Bidhuri today convened a high level meeting to assess the overall situation and rescue operations.The meeting was attended by DIG Police, Kashmir; Deputy Commissioners; Chief Engineer Irrigation & Flood Control; Chief Engineer PWD; Chief Engineer PDD; CE, J&K […]