Category: Kashmir

  • NH-44 blocked after landslide in Ramban, traffic halted on Jammu-Srinagar highway

    NH-44 blocked after landslide in Ramban, traffic halted on Jammu-Srinagar highway

    Ramban, March 31: Vehicular movement on the Srinagar-Jammu National Highway, NH-44, was suspended on Tuesday after a landslide struck the Mehar area of Ramban district following heavy rainfall, officials said. The landslide led to accumulation of debris on the road, forcing authorities to halt traffic from both sides as a precautionary measure. The disruption is…

  • Weather Update

    Weather Update

    Weather to remain dry and cloudy today.However showers especially during evening hours cannot be ruled out.1st & 2 April will be the ideal day for spraying pesticides as farmers are advised to resume operations on the said date.There is yet another WD on cards from 3 to 5 April so plan accordingly followed by 7…

  • Private schools raise fees despite FFRC rule, J&K govt faces compliance challenge

    Private schools raise fees despite FFRC rule, J&K govt faces compliance challenge

    Srinagar, March 31. Despite clear-cut government directions, some private schools in Jammu and Kashmir have increased fees arbitrarily, drawing criticism from parents and raising questions over enforcement of regulations. The issue has surfaced even as the government recently reiterated in the Assembly that no private school can fix, collect, or increase fees without prior approval…

  • Heavy rain alert

    Heavy rain alert

    Another round of heavy rain /thunderstorm is expected at most places of J&K during next 4-6hrs from now. Lightning/thundering and Intense rain showers is also possible. Overall improvement in weather towards late night. Regards: Kashmir Weather Forecast

  • NC MLA Masoodi warns liquor ban may hit tourism, revenues in J&K

    NC MLA Masoodi warns liquor ban may hit tourism, revenues in J&K

    Jammu, March 30: National Conference (NC) MLA Hasnain Masoodi on Monday said a complete ban on liquor in Jammu and Kashmir could adversely impact tourism and government revenues, while also raising concerns about enforcement and potential smuggling. Speaking to reporters outside the Assembly, Masoodi said the issue requires a balanced approach, taking into account both…

  • PDP raises concern over electricity cuts for small dues, seeks relief for consumers

    PDP raises concern over electricity cuts for small dues, seeks relief for consumers

    Srinagar, March 30 : Senior leader of the Jammu and Kashmir Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Zuhaib Yousuf Mir, on Monday criticized the Power Development Department (PDD) over ongoing electricity disconnection drives, accusing the government of ignoring the hardships faced by consumers. The remarks come amid increased enforcement by authorities to recover pending electricity dues, even…

  • Kashmir wins 19 medals at J&K UT Boxing Championship in Jammu

    Kashmir wins 19 medals at J&K UT Boxing Championship in Jammu

    Jammu, March 30. The Jammu and Kashmir Union Territory Boxing Championship concluded in Jammu on Monday, with the Kashmir division securing 19 medals in a competitive three-day event, officials said. The performance highlights the growing presence of Kashmiri athletes in combat sports and reflects increasing participation across districts in the Union Territory. According to Boxing…

  • Elderly man dies after being hit by vehicle in Srinagar

    Elderly man dies after being hit by vehicle in Srinagar

    Srinagar, Mar 30. An elderly man died after being hit by a vehicle in the Parimpora area of Srinagar on Monday, officials said. An official told the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) that after being hit by the vehicle he was immediately shifted to a hospital, where doctors declared him dead on arrival. He has…

  • Weather Update

    Weather Update

    There is a possibility of widespread rainfall/snowfall during the next 24 hrs in Jammu and Kashmir.Overall system intensity is expected to be moderate, but heavy showers are still possible in some areas.Improvement in weather is expected from tomorrow morning — a few places may record light intensity showers tomorrow as well.Mostly dry weather is expected…

  • Gold price update

    Gold price update

    Gold and silver prices opened slightly lower on the Multi Commodity Exchange of India (MCX) on Monday, as the dollar strengthened amid rising hostilities in the oil-rich Middle East, strengthening the US dollar.Gold futures with June expiry dropped 0.68% (Rs 1,000 per 10 grams) to trade at Rs 1,46,255 per 10 grams in the early…