Kashmir Valley Flood Watch 2025: Rising Waters, Rising Fear in Srinagar as 2014 Nightmare Haunts Residents

Kashmir Valley Flood Watch 2025: Rising Waters, Rising Fear in Srinagar as 2014 Nightmare Haunts Residents

Kashmir’s Rain-Soaked Wounds By: Javid Amin | 28 Aug 2025 The Kashmir Valley, often called “Paradise on Earth,” is once again battling the fury of nature. Relentless rains have pushed rivers and nallahs close to critical levels, sparking widespread fear and anxiety, especially in Srinagar city. For many residents, the downpour is not just about water—it’s about memory. The 2014 floods, which devastated Srinagar and left entire neighborhoods submerged, still haunt collective memory. Now, as the Jhelum River swells and tributaries surge, people fear history may be repeating itself. River…

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Srinagar Records Hottest June Day in 20 Years: Climate Alarm Bells Ring Across Kashmir

Srinagar Records Hottest June Day in 20 Years: Climate Alarm Bells Ring Across Kashmir

20-Year Heat Record Broken in Srinagar Srinagar | 25 June 2025 Srinagar, the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir, recorded a staggering 35.5°C on June 24, the hottest June day in nearly two decades, matching a previous high set in 2005. This is not just a weather statistic—it’s a signal. One that reflects the growing impact of climate volatility in the fragile Himalayan region. From the snow-fed meadows of Pahalgam to the densely populated lanes of Kupwara and Qazigund, the Valley baked under an oppressive sun. Pahalgam, typically known for…

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