Srinagar: The meteorological department on Wednesday forecasted light rain and snow at a few places in Jammu and Kashmir from January 25. A meteorological department official told GNS that although dry weather was expected to last until January 24, there was still a chance of light rain and snow in a few locations from January […]
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Srinagar The ongoing dry spell in Kashmir during the Chilla-e-Kalaan, the 40-day harsh winter period, is keeping snow-loving tourists, both international and domestic, away from the Valley. With only 30 per cent occupancy in houseboats in Srinagar, it highlights the impact of the dry spell on Kashmir’s tourism sector. A significant number of foreign and
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Srinagar In a recent entrance poll conducted at Iowa’s caucus, a majority of Republicans indicated unwavering support for former President Donald Trump, even if he were to face legal consequences. The poll, conducted by Edison Research and reported by Reuters, sheds light on the sentiments and preferences of 1,628 Iowa Republicans. Key findings from the
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Srinagar: A wildfire that erupted in the forests of Balakot and Mendhar districts in Jammu and Kashmir has continued to wreak havoc, defying all efforts to bring it under control. Reports from the affected areas indicate that the flames are spreading rapidly, posing a significant threat to the surrounding wildlife and the residents of the
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Srinagar: The Kulgam Police on Monday attached illegally acquired property of a notorious drug paddler in Khudwani area of the district on Monday, a officials said. “Today Property (double storey residential house) measuring 625 Sq. Ft belonging to a notorious drug peddler namely; Mashooq Ahmad Sheikh Son of Ghulam Qadir Sheikh R/O Khudwani Qaimoh, Kulgam
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January 2: In a chilling turn of events, a powerful earthquake rocked Japan on New Year’s Day, leaving at least 48 people dead and several areas in chaos. The quake, with a magnitude of 7.4, struck perilously close to the coast of Ishikawa and Toyama prefectures, prompting urgent evacuation orders and widespread panic among residents.
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Srinagar: The Kashmir Power Development Corporation Limited (KPDCL) has issued a statement, reassuring metered consumers across all categories that the recently passed tariff order by the Jammu and Kashmir Electricity Regulatory Commission (JERC) for the current financial year will have no impact on their electricity bills. The announcement comes in response to the concerns raised
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Srinagar: Former Chief Minister and PDP president, Mehbooba Mufti, has voiced apprehensions over what she perceives as an increasing atmosphere of fear and arbitrary arrests in Kashmir citing the recent arrest of Sarjan Barkati’s wife as an example of what she deems as unjust government actions. Talking to reporters on sidelines of party function in
Criticizes BJP for election delay Srinagar: Former Chief Minister and National Conference (NC) Vice President, Omar Abdullah, has called for installation of smart meters at security camps across the region. Talking to reporters on the sidelines of workers convention at Handwara, Omar said that security forces’ camps and government offices are among the highest consumers
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Srinagar: The Directorate of School Education Kashmir (DSEK) has unveiled a phased winter vacation plan for educational institutions in the Kashmir Valley. Starting November 28, 2023, winter vacations for students up to 8th standard will extend until February 29, 2024. Subsequently, for students in classes 9th to 12th, the winter break will commence from December
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