India Meteorological Department (IMD) said that rain and snowfall were expected in Jammu and Kashmir in the coming five days due to two western disturbance. Bandipora was turned into a white wonderland as the region received a fresh spell of snowfall on Sunday.
As the Jammu and Kashmir valley is undergoing 'Chillai Kalan', a 40-day period of harsh winter, the Bhalessa area of Doda turned into a winter wonderland after a fresh spell of snowfall.
The third day of the Spiti Cup 2025 unfolded amidst challenging conditions, with fresh snowfall briefly delaying proceedings but adding to the unique charm of the picturesque rink.
According to Doda DC Harvinder Singh, the snowfall, limited to the upper reaches of the district, will bring relief to the region's horticulture and agriculture sectors.
Jammu division's Bhaderwah valley in Doda district received a fresh spell of snowfall on Thursday, as did the adjacent region of Bhalessa which was blanketed in pristine white. Poonch, too, was freshly covered in snow; while further north in Kashmir valley, there has been snowfall in Anantna
National Conference leader Imran Nabi Dar on Tuesday welcomed the inauguration of the Sonamarg Tunnel, hoping it would boost connectivity and tourism in the region and called for developing Sonamarg for snow activities.
Deputy Development Commissioner (DDC) Poonch Vikas Kumar Kundal told ANI "... The Border Roads Organisation (BRO) has tried to reopen the road for vehicular traffic... But because of extreme cold and temperatures, a black ice condition develops which causes vehicles to slip. This is why rest
Union Council members in the area have voiced frustration over the lack of action, stating that many families have been displaced from their homes, and lives are at risk due to blocked roads. Markhor Times reported
After recent snowfall in the region, tourists from all over the country are flocking to the beautiful Kufri Hills to enjoy the winter wonderland. The snowfall, which began last night, has blanketed the surrounding areas in a pristine layer of white, attracting both nature lovers and adventur
As per, the Meteorological Centre Srinagar, the weather will remain generally dry on Tuesday and throughout January 8 and 9. A forecast of snow at a few isolated places between January 11-12.