Strong winds disrupt flight operations at Srinagar airport, 22 flights cancelled
Srinagar, March 29, 2025 – Strong winds wreaked havoc at Srinagar International Airport on Friday, leading to the cancellation of 22 flights and causing widespread disruptions in flight operations throughout the day. The adverse weather conditions, marked by powerful gusts, not only grounded aircraft but also left passengers stranded, underscoring the vulnerability of air travel […]
Beekeeping booms in Udhampur as favourable weather fuels apiculture surge
Udhampur, March 25, 2025 – Apiculture in Udhampur has seen a remarkable upswing this year, driven by unusually favourable climatic conditions that have created an ideal environment for honey production. Local beekeepers, including seasoned veteran Abdul Gani from Thaplal, Batote, are reaping the benefits of this natural boon, marking a promising season for the region’s […]
A farmer’s hope: Government schemes and rain revive Udhampur’s strawberry fields
In the quiet village of Chai, nestled in Udhampur district, Rashpal Singh tills the land with a renewed sense of purpose. A strawberry farmer by trade, Rashpal embodies the resilience of rural Jammu and Kashmir, where agriculture remains the backbone of life. For years, he and his fellow farmers faced the unpredictable whims of nature, […]