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Picturesque Scenes as Srinagar Sees Second Snowfall of the Season

February 21, 2024 Editor

A Winter Wonderland Awakens: Exploring Kashmir’s Snowy Embrace Srinagar: The crisp aroma of pine needles hangs heavy in the air, swirling snowflakes paint a scene straight out of a fairytale, and a hushed silence blankets the landscape – except for the occasional crunch of boots on fresh powder. This is not a dreamy winter escape from a novel, but the magical reality of Srinagar, Kashmir, after its second snowfall this winter. For the past 48 hours, a wintry enchantment has swept across the valley, with higher reaches experiencing a bountiful…

Rain Gauge Running Dry: Kashmir Watches in Worry as Winter Turns Arid

January 8, 2024 Editor

Kashmir is experiencing a prolonged dry spell with no snowfall, causing concern for ecologists and tourism stakeholders who depend on snow for visitors. The lack of snow may impact skiing trips and winter sports, with the fear of cancellations and a decline in tourists. The dry spell is attributed to El Nino, which is expected to persist until next month. Other tourist resorts in the region, such as Pahalgam and Sonamarg, are also without winter allure. Although Kashmir is almost halfway through its harshest 40-day winter period, “Chilla-i-Kalan”, no snow…

Srinagar Shivers at -5.6°C as Cold Wave Grips Kashmir, Marking Season’s Lowest Temperature

January 7, 2024January 7, 2024 Editor

Srinagar city records coldest night of season thus far. A thin layer of ice formed on the surface of the Dal Lake here and other water bodies in Kashmir due to the intense cold wave that is gripping the region, the officials said. Kashmir is currently under the grip of “Chilla-i-Kalan”, a 40-day harsh winter period, when a cold wave sweeps the region and temperatures drop considerably, leading to the freezing of water bodies as well as water in pipes. The chances of snowfall are the highest during this period…

Biting Cold Continues in Kashmir: Dal Lake Skims with Ice, Residents Bundle Up

January 6, 2024 Editor

The southern Konibal and Pahalgam tourist resort were the coldest at minus 5 degrees Celsius and minus 4.5 degrees Celsius, respectively Cold condition continued in Valley as all the weather stations in Kashmir recorded sub-zero temperatures on Friday night. Srinagar recorded a minimum of minus 3 degrees Celsius, some 0.9 notches below normal. The southern Konibal and Pahalgam tourist resort were the coldest at minus 5 degrees Celsius and minus 4.5 degrees Celsius, respectively. The ski resort of Gulmarg saw a low of minus 3 degrees Celsius, the only with temperature…

Visibility Zero: Blind Fog Engulfs Kashmir Amidst Bone-Chilling Cold Snap

December 30, 2023 Editor

Dense fog shrouded many parts of Kashmir where the minimum temperature dropped several degrees below the freezing point, officials said on Friday. Kashmir is currently in the grip of “Chilla-i-Kalan”, a 40-day harsh winter period, when temperatures drop considerably leading to the 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…

Unlocking the Charms of Autumn in Kashmir: A Season of Spectacular Beauty

October 31, 2023October 31, 2023 Editor

Kashmir in Autumn: A Kaleidoscope of Colors By: Javid Amin As the balmy breath of summer surrenders to the crisp, cool embrace of autumn, the vale of Kashmir undergoes a remarkable transformation. Nature, adorned in a magnificent tapestry of red, orange, and yellow, beckons travelers to immerse themselves in the enchanting beauty of this season. In recent times, the autumnal charms of Kashmir have been increasingly celebrated, with the region’s tourism stakeholders diligently working to promote this magical time of the year. A Symphony of Seasons: Autumn in Kashmir Autumn…

Winter Wonderland: Gulmarg Receives First Snowfall of the Season

September 25, 2023 Editor

Gulmarg is one of the most incredible tourist destinations famous for its eye-catching view during the snowfall season as well as the season of Lupine flowers. World-famous tourist destination Gulmarg in Jammu and Kashmir, is now witnessing the first snowfall of the season as the Pir Panjal range of the Himalayas located here adorns itself with the fresh snowfall. Gulmarg is one of the most incredible tourist destinations famous for its eye-catching view during the snowfall season as well as the season of Lupine flowers, which usually begins from mid-June…