Army rescues 300+ passengers stranded at Sadna Top
Kupwara, February 5,2026-More than 300 passengers stranded in around 35 vehicles were successfully rescued by the Indian Army after heavy snowfall blocked the Karnah–Kupwara road at Sadna Top late last night, officials said. The rescue operation was carried out by Beacon 109 RCC in coordination with the Indian Army and local police, after sudden snowfall […]
Northern railway launches special Vande Bharat to aid stranded passengers
Kashmir, December 12,2025: In a major relief to passengers affected by widespread IndiGo flight cancellations, Northern Railway has announced a special Vande Bharat Express service between Udhampur and New Delhi, operating from today until 14 December. The special train, numbered 02439/02440, has been introduced to provide a reliable and comfortable alternative for hundreds of stranded […]
Indian Railways launches 3-Day Vande Bharat amid flight disruptions
Jammu, December10,2025:Amid continuous flight cancellations affecting travel to and from Jammu and Kashmir, the Indian Railways has announced a three-day special Vande Bharat Express service on the Delhi–Udhampur route to accommodate stranded passengers and ease travel pressure. The temporary service will operate for three consecutive days, offering an alternative for thousands of travellers whose plans […]
Railways adds coach to Jammu–Delhi Rajdhani
Jammu, December 5 — In a relief measure for passengers affected by widespread flight disruptions, Indian Railways has added an extra 3rd AC coach to the Jammu–New Delhi Rajdhani Express. The temporary enhancement, effective for one week, aims to accommodate the surge in travellers who have been left without options due to repeated flight cancellations […]
Vehicular movement resumes on NH-44 in Ramban after eight days
Ramban, September 10: After remaining suspended for eight consecutive days due to landslides, shooting stones, and heavy rains, vehicular traffic finally resumed on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH-44) in Ramban district . Authorities worked round-the-clock to clear massive debris and restore connectivity on the vital highway, which serves as the lifeline of Jammu and Kashmir, […]
Special Katra-Sangaldan train service launched to support stranded passengers in J&K
Jammu, Jammu and Kashmir, September 8, 2025: The Jammu division of Northern Railways launched a special local train service between Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra in Reasi district and Sangaldan in Ramban district to assist passengers stranded due to the closure of the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH-44) caused by heavy rainfall and flash floods. Operating […]
Three special trains from Jammu Tawi today
Jammu, August 31, 2025 – In a relief measure for stranded passengers affected by severe flash floods and heavy rainfall in the Jammu region, the Northern Railway has announced the operation of three special trains departing from Jammu Tawi railway station today. This comes as rail services remain heavily disrupted due to damage from unprecedented monsoon […]
J&K CM Omar Abdullah reviews NH-44 restoration after incessant rains
Srinagar, August 30,2025:Chief Minister Omar Abdullah chaired a high-level meeting to review the condition of the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH-44) and other national highways and major roads that have suffered damage due to the recent spell of incessant rains across Jammu and Kashmir. During the meeting, the Chief Minister directed the concerned authorities to ensure […]
Two special trains from Jammu Tawi on Aug 30 for stranded passengers
Jammu, August 30, 2025: In response to severe disruptions caused by heavy rainfall and flash floods in Jammu and Kashmir, Northern Railways has announced the operation of two reserved special trains from Jammu Tawi station on August 30 to assist stranded passengers. The initiative, overseen by Divisional Commissioner Jammu Ramesh Kumar, aims to alleviate the […]
Jammu-Srinagar National Highway reopened for one-way traffic after landslide closure
Ramban, Jammu and Kashmir, April 23, 2025: The Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH-44), the vital artery linking the Kashmir Valley to the rest of India, was reopened for one-way traffic on Wednesday, April 23, 2025, after a three-day closure caused by devastating landslides and flash floods in Ramban district. The partial restoration has eased the plight […]