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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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Rewards for Efficiency: KPDCL Exempts 22 Stations from Power Cuts

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Rewards for Efficiency: KPDCL Exempts 22 Stations from Power Cuts

In a groundbreaking move, the Kashmir Power Development Corporation Limited (KPDCL) has introduced a novel approach to reward areas that have successfully reduced power losses by providing them with uninterrupted electricity. Speaking to Kashmir InFocus, Chief Engineer of KPDCL, Javid Yusuf Dar, revealed that 22 feeders have been selected in the initial phase, where Aggregate Technical and Commercial (AT&C) losses have significantly decreased due to the implementation of smart metering technology. Dar emphasised the corporation’s dedication to its promise that areas exhibiting minimal pilferage and reduced AT&C losses would receive…

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Valley Freezes: Srinagar Records Biting -2°C, Coldest Night of the Season

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Valley Freezes: Srinagar Records Biting -2°C, Coldest Night of the Season

Srinagar experiencing the coldest night of the season at -2°C on Wednesday. The Meteorological Centre in Srinagar reported the chilling temperatures, revealing a notable drop from the previous night’s -1.4°C, standing 1.1°C below the summer capital’s seasonal norm. Pahalgam in south Kashmir claimed the title of the coldest spot, registering a low of -5.1°C on Wednesday, compared to -4.3°C the night before. The tourist hotspot noted a deviation of 1.8°C below its usual seasonal average. Gulmarg, the renowned ski resort in north Kashmir, saw a marginal improvement with a minimum…

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Chilling News: Night Temperatures to Plummet across Kashmir Valley

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Chilling News: Night Temperatures to Plummet across Kashmir Valley

The weather on Sunday was clear with sunshine for a few hours during the day with the meteorological department predicting a further drop in night temperatures Get ready for a frosty bite, folks! Night temperatures across Jammu and Kashmir are expected to drop further in the coming days, sending shivers down spines and turning landscapes into frosty wonderlands. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an alert, predicting a significant dip in mercury levels from tonight. Popular tourist destinations like Gulmarg and Pahalgam are bracing for sub-zero temperatures, while Srinagar…

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