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Kashmir Shivers Under Record-Breaking Cold: Qazigund Freezes in 16-Year Low

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Kashmir Shivers Under Record-Breaking Cold: Qazigund Freezes in 16-Year Low

Kashmir experienced bone-chilling temperatures on Thursday night, as several areas recorded the coldest night in the past 16 years while the Meteorological Department (MeT) officials predicted more precipitation during the next two days. The plummeting temperatures have been attributed to an ongoing cold wave, persisting even after the conclusion of ‘Chillai Kalan’, the 40-day harshest winter period earlier this week. Gulmarg ski resort in Baramulla district recorded a staggering drop in temperatures, reaching a low of minus 12 degrees Celsius. This marked a significant decrease of more than four degrees…

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Kashmir Experiences Arctic Blast: Minimum Temperatures Sink Several Degrees Below Zero

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Kashmir Experiences Arctic Blast: Minimum Temperatures Sink Several Degrees Below Zero

The minimum temperature in the summer capital Srinagar dropped to minus 3.4 degrees Celsius from the previous night’s minus 2.8 degrees Celsius, officials said Kashmir reeled under cold wave conditions Sunday as minimum temperatures across the Valley stayed several degrees below the freezing point, officials said here. The minimum temperature in the summer capital Srinagar dropped to minus 3.4 degrees Celsius from the previous night’s minus 2.8 degrees Celsius, they said. Pahalgam in south Kashmir’s Anantnag district which serves as a base camp for the annual Amarnath Yatra recorded a minimum…

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Biting Cold Grips Kashmir Valley: Pahalgam Records -3.9°C, Srinagar Chills Below Zero

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Biting Cold Grips Kashmir Valley: Pahalgam Records -3.9°C, Srinagar Chills Below Zero

Jammu and Kashmir experienced a drop in night temperatures, plunging below freezing point on Sunday. The frigid temperatures have taken their toll on Kashmir’s lakes, with icy formations partially freezing parts of the iconic Dal Lake in Srinagar. As the mercury plummeted, the struggle for access to essential resources became apparent, prompting residents to resort to lighting small fires around drinking water pipes to thaw them. The harsh conditions have presented significant challenges, necessitating creative solutions for coping with the freezing environment. According to Meteorological Department officials, Srinagar recorded a low…

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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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Heart-Healthy Habits for Winter: Doctors Stress Reducing Salt, Sugar

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Heart-Healthy Habits for Winter: Doctors Stress Reducing Salt, Sugar

Winter Heart Health: Doctors Urge People to Reduce Salt and Sugar Intake Health experts have urged people to reduce salt and sugar intake as a preventive measure against heart attacks, especially during the cold winter months. They said low temperatures lead to the constriction of arteries, increasing the risk of heart attacks and strokes. Renowned health expert and Medical Superintendent of Khyber Hospital, Dr Showkat Shah, while speaking to the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) said that narrowed arteries reduce blood flow to the heart, raising the risk of heart…

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