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J&K Weather Alert: MeT Forecasts Rain, Thunderstorms and Gusty Winds Till June 19; Flash Flood and Mudslide Risk Looms

June 13, 2026 Editor

MeT Forecasts Rain, Thunderstorms and Strong Winds Across J&K; Flash Flood and Mudslide Risk Remains High By: Javid Amin | 12 June 2026 Weather department warns of lightning, hailstorms and brief intense showers as temperatures stay above normal across Jammu and Kashmir The Meteorological Centre Srinagar has issued a fresh weather advisory for Jammu and Kashmir, forecasting a prolonged spell of rain, thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds across both the Kashmir Valley and Jammu region over the coming days. The advisory comes at a time when temperatures across several parts…

Strong Gusty Winds Lash Jammu & Kashmir: Trees Uprooted, Power Outages Reported as Weather Disrupts Daily Life

June 12, 2026 Editor

Strong Gusty Winds Sweep Across Jammu & Kashmir, Disrupting Traffic, Power Supply and Tourism Activities By: Javid Amin | 11 June 2026 Trees uprooted, roads blocked and electricity supply affected as powerful winds and unstable weather conditions impact several districts across Jammu and Kashmir Strong gusty winds accompanied by intermittent rain and rapidly changing weather conditions swept across Jammu and Kashmir, disrupting normal life, affecting transportation and causing power outages in several areas. From the bustling streets of Jammu city to the tourist hotspots of Gulmarg and Pahalgam, the impact…

Kashmir Under Weather Alert as Heavy Rain, Gusty Winds and Thunderstorms Lash Valley; MeT Warns of Flash Floods and Landslides

June 5, 2026 Editor

Kashmir Valley Battles Heavy Rain, Gusty Winds and Flash Flood Threat; Weather Set to Improve After June 6 By: Javid Amin | 05 May 2026 MeT warns of landslides, mudslides and localized flooding as an active weather system keeps Kashmir under a spell of rain and thunderstorms The Kashmir Valley remained under the grip of an active weather system on Friday evening, with widespread rainfall, thunderstorms, gusty winds and isolated hailstorms affecting several districts and prompting fresh warnings from meteorological authorities. From Srinagar’s rain-soaked boulevards to the mist-covered meadows of…

Cloudbursts Trigger Flash Floods in Doda, Kishtwar and Poonch: Roads Blocked, Villages Cut Off as Extreme Weather Strikes Again

June 3, 2026 Editor

J&K Cloudbursts Trigger Flash Floods in Doda, Kishtwar and Poonch: Roads Blocked, Villages Cut Off as Extreme Weather Strikes Again By: Javid Amin | 02 June 2026 Three cloudbursts in a single day expose the growing vulnerability of Jammu & Kashmir’s mountainous districts to extreme weather events Heavy rainfall and a series of cloudbursts triggered flash floods across Jammu & Kashmir’s Doda, Kishtwar and Poonch districts, disrupting transportation networks, damaging infrastructure and raising fresh concerns over the region’s increasing exposure to climate-driven disasters. The incidents occurred amid intense rainfall that…

Kashmir Hailstorm Damages Apple Orchards, Lightning Kills Youth in Lolab as Fresh Snowfall Returns to Higher Reaches

May 25, 2026 Editor

Kashmir Hailstorm Wreaks Havoc on Apple Orchards; Lightning Kills Youth in Lolab as Fresh Snowfall Returns to Higher Reaches By: Javid Amin | 24 May 2026 Severe Weather Strikes Kashmir at a Critical Time for Farmers Kashmir’s fragile weather pattern took a dramatic turn over the weekend as a powerful hailstorm, accompanied by lightning, thunderstorms, gusty winds and fresh snowfall in higher altitudes, battered large parts of the Valley. The extreme weather event has left apple growers counting losses, disrupted normal life in several areas, and claimed the life of…

Jammu Sweats in Darkness: How Heatwaves, Dry Rivers and Energy Dependence Triggered a Major Power Crisis

May 19, 2026 Editor

Jammu Power Crisis 2026: Heatwave, Chenab Water Shortage & 5-Hour Power Cuts Trigger Public Anger By: Javid Amin | 18 May 2026 As temperatures soar above 40°C across Jammu region, thousands of residents are enduring another unbearable reality alongside the scorching heat — prolonged power outages lasting up to five hours at a stretch. From crowded neighborhoods in Jammu city to border districts like Kathua and industrial zones in Samba, the ongoing electricity crisis has exposed the fragile link between climate conditions and Jammu & Kashmir’s energy infrastructure. With hydropower…

Pollens, Pollution, and Failing Lungs: The Silent Respiratory Crisis Growing in Our Cities

May 11, 2026 Editor

How Climate Change, Toxic Air, and Seasonal Allergies Are Creating a Perfect Storm for Human Lungs By: Javid Amin | 10 May 2026 Pollens, Pollution, and Failing Lungs: The Invisible Enemies We Breathe Every Day Every breath should sustain life. Yet for millions of people living in crowded cities and rapidly expanding towns, breathing itself is becoming a health risk. Across urban and semi-urban regions, a dangerous combination of seasonal pollens, toxic pollution, and climate change is quietly damaging human lungs. Doctors are witnessing a sharp rise in asthma attacks,…

Kashmir Heatwave: Srinagar Records Scorching 31.7°C, 7.6 Degrees Above Normal

May 10, 2026 Editor

Srinagar Heatwave: Kashmir Records 31.7°C, Temperature 7.6°C Above Normal By: Javid Amin | 09 May 2026 Srinagar Sizzles at 31.7°C as Kashmir Faces Unusual Heatwave The Kashmir Valley, traditionally known for its cool summers and mild climate, is witnessing an alarming rise in temperatures this May. Srinagar recorded a scorching 31.7°C — a massive 7.6 degrees above the seasonal average — marking one of the hottest days of the season so far. The sudden spike has left residents exhausted under blazing afternoon heat, while experts warn that Kashmir’s increasingly erratic…

Jammu & Kashmir to Witness Unusually Cool, Rainy May 2026: IMD Forecast Signals Shift in Seasonal Pattern

May 4, 2026 Editor

Jammu & Kashmir Weather Update: IMD Predicts Cooler, Rain-Heavy May 2026 with Unusual Climate Shift By: Javid Amin | 03 May 2026 In a notable shift from the region’s typical early summer weather, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast above-normal rainfall and below-normal temperatures across Jammu & Kashmir throughout May 2026. Instead of the usual transition into warmer and drier conditions, the Union Territory is expected to experience prolonged spring-like weather, driven by a series of active western disturbances. This evolving weather pattern is not just a short-term anomaly—it…

El Niño 2026 Threat Looms Over Kashmir: Hotter Summer, Weaker Rains, and Rising Water Risks

April 27, 2026 Editor

El Niño 2026 Impact on Kashmir | Heatwave, Weak Monsoon, Flood & Drought Risks By: Javid Amin | 27 April 2026 Kashmir Faces Climate Double Blow in 2026: Early Flood Risk, Late-Season Drought Kashmir is heading toward a climate stress test in 2026, as a strengthening El Niño is expected to disrupt the region’s delicate weather balance. According to projections aligned with the India Meteorological Department, India’s monsoon may drop to around 92% of the long-period average (LPA)—a “below normal” scenario. While Kashmir receives only a small share of monsoon…