Kashmir’s Climate Conundrum: The Disappearing Snow and Its Ripple Effects By: Javid Amin Nestled in the northern reaches of the Indian subcontinent, Kashmir has long […]
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Environment
Skiers Disappointed as Gulmarg Misses Heavy Snowfall; Another Wet Spell Predicted in J&K
Another wet spell forecast in J&K as skiers miss heavy snowfall in Gulmarg Light rain and snow was forecast on Tuesday in Jammu and Kashmir […]
Tourism and Agriculture in Kashmir Face Snow Deficit Challenge, Fresh Disturbance Brings Hope
Snow Deficit in Kashmir Threatens Tourism and Agriculture: Relief Expected from Fresh Western Disturbance The pristine valleys of Kashmir, renowned for their breathtaking landscapes and […]
Pahalgam Under Scrutiny: PDA Targets 300+ Unauthorized Structures
PDA raises alarm over 300 illegal constructions in Pahalgam, issues notices Anantnag, Jan 25: The Pahalgam Development Authority (PDA) has raised serious concerns over the […]
The Vanishing Chinars of Kashmir: Environmental Crisis Looms
Kashmir’s Iconic Chinar Trees Are Disappearing By: Suhail Bhat “It was a moment of panic for the tourists,” says Fayaz Ahmad, the head clerk of […]
Persistent Drought in J&K: Fifth Consecutive Year of Below-Normal Rainfall
J&K Records Lowest Rainfall in 50 Years: Water Scarcity Threatens Agriculture, Hydropower, and Daily Life By: Javid Amin Srinagar 11 Jan: Jammu and Kashmir, renowned […]
Rainfall Deficit in J&K Reaches 81% Amid Prolonged Dry Conditions
Deficit Rainfall in J&K Goes Up To 81% Srinagar 26 Dec: Jammu and Kashmir has continued to witness an increase in the deficit rainfall as […]
Dry Spell Delays Arrival of Migratory Birds in Kashmir Valley
Long dry spell, parched wetlands delay arrival of avian visitors to Kashmir Valley The prolonged dry weather in the Kashmir Valley has left its wetlands […]
Dal Lake Pollution Woes: Sewage Plants Threaten Kashmir’s Iconic Waterbody
With Kashmir attracting tourists again, pollution of the iconic Dal Lake is a concern ; Sewage treatment plants are dumping waste into the lake. Efforts […]
Depleting Water Levels Cause Power Shortfall in J&K
Power generation drops as water level depletes; Shortfall has direct implications for J&K’s power infrastructure, which heavily relies on hydroelectric generation. Srinagar, Nov 9: In […]