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Kashmir in Grip of Severe Cold Wave, Minimum Temperatures Plummet

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Kashmir in Grip of Severe Cold Wave, Minimum Temperatures Plummet

Minimum temperatures in several parts of Kashmir have dropped below the minus three degrees Celsius-mark as a cold wave sweeps the region. Kashmir is currently in the grip of “Chilla-i-Kalan”, a 40-day harsh winter period, when temperatures drop considerably leading to freezing of water bodies, including the Dal Lake, as well as water in supply lines. The chances of snowfall are the highest during this period and most areas, especially the higher reaches, receive heavy snowfall. “Chilla-i-Kalan” will end on January 31 and will be followed by the 20-day “Chilla-i-Khurd”…

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Frozen in Time: Kashmir Shimmers Under a Frosted Fog Blanket

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Frozen in Time: Kashmir Shimmers Under a Frosted Fog Blanket

Kashmir continued to shiver under the grip of a severe cold wave, accompanied by dense fog, causing disruptions in normal life. Foggy conditions persisted across most parts of Kashmir, including Srinagar, leading to reduced visibility and posing challenges for commuters. The Meteorological Department officials said that Srinagar witnessed a low of minus 2.6 degrees Celsius, slightly milder than the previous night’s minus 3 degrees Celsius, yet still 0.5 degrees Celsius below average for this time of the year. Gulmarg ski resort in north Kashmir saw the mercury dip to minus…

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Biting Cold Grips Kashmir Valley: Pahalgam Records -3.9°C, Srinagar Chills Below Zero

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Biting Cold Grips Kashmir Valley: Pahalgam Records -3.9°C, Srinagar Chills Below Zero

Jammu and Kashmir experienced a drop in night temperatures, plunging below freezing point on Sunday. The frigid temperatures have taken their toll on Kashmir’s lakes, with icy formations partially freezing parts of the iconic Dal Lake in Srinagar. As the mercury plummeted, the struggle for access to essential resources became apparent, prompting residents to resort to lighting small fires around drinking water pipes to thaw them. The harsh conditions have presented significant challenges, necessitating creative solutions for coping with the freezing environment. According to Meteorological Department officials, Srinagar recorded a low…

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Doors Reopen After 10 Weeks: Faithfuls Return for Friday Prayers at Srinagar’s Jamia Masjid

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Doors Reopen After 10 Weeks: Faithfuls Return for Friday Prayers at Srinagar's Jamia Masjid

Congregational prayers were allowed at the historic Jamia Masjid in Srinagar on Friday after remaining barred for 10 consecutive weeks, officials said. A substantial number of devotees gathered at the historic mosque located in the Nowhatta locality here to participate in the prayers. This significant development follows the release of Mirwaiz Umar Farooq earlier this year, allowing him to lead the congregational Friday prayers after more than four years of house detention. The 14th-century architectural marvel stands as the most prominent cultural and religious centre in Kashmir. Closure of the…

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Winter’s Wrath Unleashed: Kashmir Welcomes Chilla-i-Kalan with Frigid Temperatures

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Winter's Wrath Unleashed: Kashmir Welcomes Chilla-i-Kalan with Frigid Temperatures

Chilla-i-Kalan: Navigating the 40-Day Odyssey of Kashmir’s Winter Majesty As the chill of winter tightens its grip, Kashmir, a realm of unparalleled beauty, readies itself for a spectacle unlike any other — Chilla-i-Kalan. Commencing on December 21st, this 40-day stretch marks the pinnacle of winter’s harshness, casting the valley into a mesmerizing panorama of glistening frost and cutting winds. Winter’s onset appears unusually prompt this year. Even before Chilla-i-Kalan officially commences, Srinagar experienced a bone-chilling -4.4°C, a frigid prelude to the impending season. Pahalgam and Gulmarg, donned in icy robes…

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Sub-Zero Temperatures Descend on Kashmir: Pahalgam Registers Record Low of -6.9°C, Srinagar at -3.7°C

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Sub-Zero Temperatures Descend on Kashmir: Pahalgam Registers Record Low of -6.9°C, Srinagar at -3.7°C

Kashmir Shivers Under Bitterly Cold Night: Season’s Lowest Temperatures Recorded A bone-chilling night engulfed South Kashmir on Tuesday as temperatures plunged across the region, marking the season’s coldest night so far. This biting cold wave, following a brief respite due to snowfall, sent shivers down residents’ spines and intensified the winter’s grip. According to Kashmir News Observer, sub-zero temperatures blanketed all weather stations in the region, leaving residents battling the relentless cold. Qazigund and Pahalgam emerged as the epicenters of this frigid night, recording a bone-chilling minus 4.2°C and minus…

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Pre-Election Move: BJP Repositions Itself in Kashmir with New District Chiefs

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Pre-Election Move: BJP Repositions Itself in Kashmir with New District Chiefs

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has made changes to the leadership positions in four districts of Kashmir – Baramulla, Kupwara, Budgam, and Anantnag – in preparation for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, as reported by the Hindustan Times. In Baramulla, Sufi Mohiudin, the district president, has been replaced by Raja Waqar, a young influential leader from an esteemed family in Uri. Sufi has been appointed as a member of the state working committee of the party. Javeed Quershi, a prominent advocate, has been appointed as the new district president of…

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Winter Wonderland Turns Icy Nightmare: Kashmir Valley Shivers Under Record-Breaking Cold Snap

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Winter Wonderland Turns Icy Nightmare: Kashmir Valley Shivers Under Record-Breaking Cold Snap

The intense cold wave conditions in Kashmir valley has resulted in freezing of several water bodies while water supply pipes in many areas have been jammed Kashmir is freezing under intense cold wave with Srinagar city recording the coldest night of this season even as the minimum settled several degrees below freezing point across the valley, officials said on Thursday. Srinagar city — the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir — recorded a low of minus 5.4 degrees Celsius on Wednesday night which was slightly lower than previous night’s minus…

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#SrinagarBlackout: Unannounced Power Cuts Disrupt Life, Residents Urge Authorities to Act

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#SrinagarBlackout: Unannounced Power Cuts Disrupt Life, Residents Urge Authorities to Act

Unscheduled power cuts are taking a toll on residents in various areas of the summer capital. The consumers in the areas where smart meters have been installed decried unscheduled power cuts. Asif Ahmad, a resident of Srinagar, said that for the past many months, they have been facing unscheduled power cuts in their areas. “Despite installation of smart meters, unscheduled power cuts are causing inconvenience to us,” Ahmad said. The residents of Downtown Srinagar said that they have been equally suffering due to power cuts for the past few months now.…

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Kashmir Shivers at Record-Breaking Minus 4.8°C: Deep Freeze Grips Valley

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Kashmir Shivers at Record-Breaking Minus 4.8°C: Deep Freeze Grips Valley

While parts of Kashmir were engulfed by shallow fog, Valley continued to reel under deep freeze with Srinagar recording a minimum of 4.8 degrees celsius. Meteorological Department officials have predicted mainly dry and cold weather in J&K till December 16. “Dry and cold weather is likely to continue till 16th December,” they said, adding, “Shallow to moderate fog is likely to continue at many places of Kashmir Division.” “The mercury settled two notches below yesterday’s temperature of minus 4.4°C and surpassed the season’s lowest minus 4.6°C on the weekend in…

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