Jammu And Kashmir
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Northern Railways cancels 46 trains from Jammu, Katra, Udhampur as floods disrupt services
India | Aug 29, 2025, 11:01 PM ISTNorthern Railways has cancelled over 40 trains from Jammu, Katra and Udhampur on August 30 as heavy rainfall and flash floods continue to disrupt transport in the region. Union Home Minister Amit Shah is set to visit Jammu to review the situation.
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Vaishno Devi landslide: Three-member high-level committee formed to probe tragedy
Jammu and Kashmir | Aug 29, 2025, 11:47 PM ISTJammu and Kashmir LG Manoj Sinha has ordered a high-level probe into the August 26 Vaishno Devi landslide near Adhkuwari. A three-member committee led by senior officials will investigate the incident, evaluate rescue efforts and suggest preventive SOPs.
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Two terrorists killed along LoC during infiltration bid in Jammu and Kashmir's Bandipora
India | Aug 28, 2025, 10:19 AM ISTA search operation has been launched in the area, and an anti-terror operation is underway after security forces gunned down two terrorists along the Line of Control (LoC) in Bandipora district.
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J-K rain mayhem: 41 dead, over 10,000 evacuated as Army and IAF lead rescue ops | Key points
Jammu and Kashmir | Aug 27, 2025, 11:26 PM ISTJammu and Kashmir is battling the aftermath of its heaviest rainfall in more than a century, which has left more than three dozen people dead and caused severe damage to infrastructure. Thousands have been evacuated as the Indian Air Force intensifies rescue operations.
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Humanity in action: Youths brave floods to rescue stranded BSF soldiers in J-K's Akhnoor | WATCH
Jammu and Kashmir | Aug 27, 2025, 11:45 PM ISTAmid relentless rains in Jammu and Kashmir, youth in Akhnoor rescued BSF soldiers stranded at inundated border posts. Their courageous act highlights the power of humanity and solidarity in times of crisis, as floods continue to wreak havoc across the region.
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Jammu rain havoc: Will schools, colleges remain closed in region on Aug 28 due to bad weather?
Jammu and Kashmir | Aug 27, 2025, 11:45 PM ISTThe Jammu and Kashmir government has ordered the closure of all schools, colleges, universities and offices, excluding essential services on August 28 due to heavy rainfall. The Meteorological Department has issued an alert for the Jammu division, where rivers are already at warning levels.
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J-K weather updates: Udhampur records 629 mm rainfall in 24 hours, shatters all-time high
Jammu and Kashmir | Aug 27, 2025, 08:47 PM ISTJammu and Kashmir: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah held a conversation with Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the widespread devastation caused by torrential rains and landslides in the region. The Prime Minister assured the state of “all possible support” from the Centre.
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PM Modi expresses grief over loss of lives in Vaishno Devi landslide
India | Aug 27, 2025, 12:40 PM ISTThe rescue operation is continuing along the Vaishno Devi route near Adhkuwari, where a landslide struck on Tuesday, killing al least 32 pilgrims and injuring 20.
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Vaishno Devi landslide: Families of deceased to receive Rs 9 lakh compensation, confirms J-K LG
India | Aug 27, 2025, 10:43 PM ISTJ-K landslides: Several people have been evacuated to safety after continuous heavy rains triggered flash floods and severe waterlogging across Jammu. Teams from district administration, police, NDRF, SDRF, Indian Army, and local volunteers are carrying out relief ops.
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Kashmir University postpones all exams scheduled today due to inclement weather in J-K
Education | Aug 27, 2025, 07:47 AM ISTKashmir University exams: The revised date for the postponed exams will be notified in future, the exams controller said.
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Vaishno Devi landslide: Death count rises to 32, rescue operations continue
Jammu and Kashmir | Aug 27, 2025, 11:46 AM ISTThe landslide struck at a point about halfway along the winding 12-km trek from Katra town to the hilltop shrine.
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Jammu rain fury: Night movement of people restricted in region amid flood threat | Check timings
Jammu and Kashmir | Aug 26, 2025, 11:43 PM ISTAuthorities in Jammu have enforced night-time restrictions on public movement due to heavy rainfall and weather alerts. Telecom services collapsed in large parts of the union territory, leading to millions being cut off from communication and escalating problems.
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Indian Railways cancels 18 trains as flash floods disrupt rail traffic in Jammu-Kashmir, Punjab
India | Aug 26, 2025, 07:28 PM ISTIn total, 18 trains scheduled for August 26 were cancelled, including the SVDK-Secunderabad Express (20434), MCTM-Pathankot Express (74910), SVDK-Varanasi Express (14610), MCTM-Dehradun Express (22462).
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J-K: Tawi river bridge washed away near Bhagwati nagar amid heavy rains | Video
Jammu and Kashmir | Aug 26, 2025, 11:37 PM ISTHeavy rains trigger landslides, flash floods, and bridge collapse across Jammu and Kashmir, prompting red alerts, travel disruptions, and school closures.
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Jammu rain havoc: Will schools remain closed in the region on August 27 due to bad weather?
Education | Aug 26, 2025, 04:15 PM ISTContinuous heavy rains have wreaked havoc in Jammu, prompting the closure of all schools on August 27. Authorities in the region remain on high alert as CM Omar Abdullah calls the situation "quite serious".
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Vaishno Devi landslide: 8 dead, 14 injured on Ardhkuwari route; several still feared trapped
Jammu and Kashmir | Aug 26, 2025, 11:34 PM ISTA landslide near Inderprastha Bhojnalaya at Ardhkuwari, Shri Mata Vaishno Devi, has caused injuries and prompted rescue operations, while heavy rains have halted the Vaishno Devi Yatra and triggered flood alerts in Jammu districts.
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Doda cloudburst: Eight dead, network down across J-K, calling services disrupted in the valley
India | Aug 26, 2025, 11:27 PM ISTDoda cloudburst: Heavy rains triggered widespread disruption across several parts of Jammu and Kashmir, with repeated landslides and cloudbursts reported in recent days. On Tuesday, multiple landslides in Ramban district forced a complete halt of traffic along the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway.
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J-K govt issues order prohibiting use of pen drives on all official devices, here's why
Jammu and Kashmir | Aug 25, 2025, 03:47 PM ISTThe J-K administration has imposed a complete ban on pen drives in government offices, citing risks of cyberattacks and unauthorised access. Officials are now required to use the cloud-based GovDrive platform for all storage and data sharing.
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Pakistani drones spotted near LoC in Poonch, prompting search operation by security forces
Jammu and Kashmir | Aug 25, 2025, 03:40 PM ISTAfter the sightings, security forces sealed off the area and launched an extensive search operation at first light on Monday to ensure that no weapons or narcotics had been dropped during the drone activity.
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JK weather: IMD warns of rains, cloudbursts in several districts; authorities issue advisories
Jammu and Kashmir | Aug 24, 2025, 10:25 AM ISTResidents have been urged to stay alert and put their own safety and that of their community first. They have also been asked to avoid non-essential travel, particularly in areas that are low-lying or prone to flooding. District emergency operation centres have been set up at DC offices.