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Freezing in Gulmarg and Pahalgam: Kashmir Valley Experiences Mixed Weather

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Freezing in Gulmarg and Pahalgam: Kashmir Valley Experiences Mixed Weather

Gulmarg, Pahalgam reel under cold wave; relief from harsh weather in rest of Valley Even as heavy snowfall has brought a relief to the harsh weather in Kashmir Valley, the night temperatures recorded a steep fall in three major tourists destinations—Gulmarg in north Kashmir, Pahalgam in South Kashmir and Sonmarg in Central Kashmir. According to the MeT department, the night temperatures in Gulmarg on Sunday night was recorded at minus 10° Celsius; Sonamarg registered minus 9.9°C and Pahalgam settled at minus 9.2°C. The summer capital Srinagar saw a night temperature…

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Major Power Outage Hits Kashmir After Heavy Snowfall

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Major Power Outage Hits Kashmir After Heavy Snowfall

Major Power Outage in Kashmir After Heavy Snowfall, Restoration Expected by Evening Srinagar, December 29, 2024 – The Kashmir valley is grappling with widespread power outages following a heavy snowfall last night that disrupted electrical services, leaving many areas in darkness. The region has been significantly impacted as power supply interruptions continue to affect daily life and essential services. Extent of the Outage Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, who also holds the portfolio of Power Development Department (PDD), is closely monitoring the situation. In a post on X,…

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Kashmir Transformed by Season’s First Snowfall; Flight Operations Affected

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Kashmir Transformed by Season's First Snowfall; Flight Operations Affected

Srinagar Experiences First Snowfall of the Season: Winter Arrives in Kashmir Srinagar, December 27, 2024 – Srinagar, the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir, has experienced its first snowfall of the season, marking the beginning of winter. Images of snowfall in Pulwama, Anantnag, and Srinagar have quickly spread across social media, bringing joy and excitement to residents and tourists alike. Snowfall and Weather Conditions Recent snowfall in various parts of Kashmir has brought a slight increase in minimum temperatures, according to officials cited by PTI. A western disturbance hit Jammu…

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Kashmir Endures Intense Cold Wave: Srinagar Plunges to Minus 7°C

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Kashmir Endures Intense Cold Wave: Srinagar Plunges to Minus 7°C

Kashmir reels under intense cold wave conditions; Srinagar recorded a low of minus 7 degrees Celsius on Wednesday night Srinagar, Dec 26: Intense cold wave conditions prevailed across Kashmir as the minimum temperatures settled several degrees below the freezing point, officials said on Thursday. There is a possibility of light snowfall over the higher reaches on Friday and Saturday as a Western Disturbance is set to impact the region, they said. The night temperature dropped at most places in Kashmir as the valley continued to reel under freezing conditions. The fall…

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Kashmiri Kandur Tchout Prices Double, Sparking Outrage Amid Rising Costs

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Kashmiri Kandur Tchout Prices Double, Sparking Outrage Amid Rising Costs

Doubling of Kashmiri ‘Kandur Tchout’ Prices Sparks Outrage Amid Rising Costs Srinagar 25, Dec: The price of the traditional Kashmiri bread, Kandur Tchout, has doubled from Rs 5 to Rs 10, sparking widespread concern across the Valley. The bread, a staple for breakfast and afternoon essential with Kashmir’s pink Nun Chai, has been a dietary cornerstone for generations. However, the sharp price increase is placing a significant financial burden on families, particularly those already struggling with low incomes. The Kashmir Bread Makers and Bakers Union, led by its president, Sofi…

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Freezing Temperatures Disrupt Life in Kashmir: Srinagar Plunges to -7.3°C

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Freezing Temperatures Disrupt Life in Kashmir: Srinagar Plunges to -7.3°C

Intense cold wave conditions in Kashmir, Srinagar records minus 7.3 degrees Celsius; Except in Gulmarg, the night temperatures plummeted across all other weather stations in the Kashmir valley Srinagar, Dec 25: Minimum temperatures decreased at most places in Kashmir as the valley continued to reel under intense cold conditions, leading to the freezing of several water bodies and water supply lines in many areas. Srinagar recorded a low of minus 7.3 degrees Celsius on Tuesday night — down from the previous night’s minus 6.6 degrees Celsius, the meteorological department said on…

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Winter Ready: Omar Abdullah’s Strategic Plan for Kashmir’s Uninterrupted Trade and Supply Chain

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Winter Ready: Omar Abdullah's Strategic Plan for Kashmir's Uninterrupted Trade and Supply Chain

Omar Abdullah Reviews Winter Preparedness in Kashmir: Ensures Uninterrupted Trade and Essential Supplies Chief Minister Omar Abdullah reviewed the preparedness of various departments to address challenges posed by harsh winter conditions, particularly in the snow-bound zones of the Kashmir valley and Jammu division during a meeting on Tuesday. The CM emphasised the need for a robust mechanism to minimise inconvenience to public during severe weather conditions and directed various departments to ensure uninterrupted trade, transport and availability of essential supplies on priority, while addressing disruptions caused by snow, waterlogging and…

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Breaking Records: Srinagar’s Coldest Night in 24 Years

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Breaking Records: Srinagar’s Coldest Night in 24 Years

Srinagar Shivers: Record-Breaking Cold Brings Life to a Standstill Srinagar 21 Dec: The picturesque valley of Srinagar has always been a winter wonderland, but this year, it turned into an icy ordeal. The city recently experienced its coldest night in 24 years, with temperatures plunging to a bone-chilling -8.5°C. This extreme weather, part of the infamous 40-day winter period known as ‘Chillai-Kalan,’ has transformed the daily lives of locals and made survival a challenge. In this article, we’ll delve deeper into the causes, effects, and historical significance of this record-breaking…

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Srinagar Implements Intelligent Traffic Management System: E-Challans to Begin Tomorrow

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Srinagar Implements Intelligent Traffic Management System: E-Challans to Begin Tomorrow

E-Challans to be Issued Through ITMS in Srinagar Starting Tomorrow Srinagar, December 17, 2024 – The Srinagar traffic landscape is set to transform as the Intelligent Traffic Management System (ITMS) becomes operational. Starting tomorrow, e-challans will be issued to traffic violators, marking a significant step towards modernizing traffic regulation in the region. Overview of the ITMS Initiative The ITMS aims to enhance road safety and improve traffic management by encouraging drivers to adhere to traffic rules. This system is a part of a broader strategy to modernize law enforcement and…

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Brace Yourselves: Cold Wave Hits Kashmir, MeT Issues Yellow Alert

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Brace Yourselves: Cold Wave Hits Kashmir, MeT Issues Yellow Alert

Yellow Alert! MeT Predicts Cold Wave in Kashmir For Next 1 Week Srinagar 18 Dec: Amid no forecast of a major weather activity till December 26, the local Meteorological department here has issued a yellow alert, predicting a cold wave at isolated regions for the next one week. According to the details available, the MeT has sounded a yellow warning for isolated regions, saying that the cold wave conditions would prevail for the next one week from December 17 to December 23. The warning has been issued for the isolated…

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