Kashmir Snowfall
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Kashmir's Sonmarg Transforms into a Winter Wonderland After Fresh Snowfall
News | Nov 05, 2025, 11:05 AM ISTSonmarg in Kashmir has turned into a winter wonderland after fresh November snowfall. Tourists flock to admire its snow-covered peaks and serene valleys, enjoying adventure sports and the tranquil beauty that marks the arrival of winter and boosts the region's timeless charm.
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J-K: Fresh snowfall in higher reaches of Kashmir including tourist resorts of Gulmarg | Video
Jammu and Kashmir | Feb 20, 2025, 02:21 PM ISTKashmir weather: Officials said light snowfall was also recorded in Heerpora area of Shopian, and Uri in Baramulla. Many other places in the higher reaches also witnessed fresh snowfall.
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Srinagar's first snowfall excites visitors, bonfire moments create cozy vibes
News | Dec 30, 2024, 12:59 PM ISTThe cold wave in Srinagar, J&K, shows no sign of letting up as temperatures dip below freezing. Locals and tourists alike gather around bonfires to stay warm while enjoying the snowfall that has blanketed the valley.
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Chillai Kalan in Kashmir: What is the 40-day intense winter that the valley witnesses?
Travel | Dec 30, 2024, 12:57 PM ISTChillai Kalan is a 40-day period of intense cold which began in Kashmir on December 21 and is likely to end on January 29. During Chillai Kalan, the nights become extremely cold with temperatures plunging to minus degrees. Know here more about Chillai Kalan.
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Flight services resume, Jammu-Srinagar Highway reopens after season’s first major snowfall
Jammu and Kashmir | Dec 29, 2024, 01:50 PM ISTKashmir has been experiencing sub-zero temperatures with lakes and water bodies freezing. The valley is currently under the grip of the 40-day 'Chillai-Kalan', considered the harshest period of winter.
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J-K: Army evacuates 68 tourists stranded in Gulmarg amid road closure due to heavy snowfall
Jammu and Kashmir | Dec 28, 2024, 08:39 AM ISTThe Army responded to a distress call from the civil administration and following the evacuation, hot meals shelter and medications were provided to the tourists.
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Crystal tree branches, frozen waterfall: Kashmir turns 'snow white' with intensifying cold waves
India | Dec 19, 2024, 10:43 AM ISTBiting cold gripped Kashmir as many regions in the valley shivered with temperatures plummeting several degrees below the freezing point. The intense cold wave led to the freezing of the famous Dal Lake and other water bodies in the valley.
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In Pics: Snowfall in Kashmir turns valley white, Srinagar experiences season's coldest night
India | Dec 10, 2024, 03:48 PM ISTJ&K snowfall: Amid ongoing cold wave-like conditions, Kashmir is racing for the 40-day harshest winter period which will begin on December 21.
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J&K: Chinar warriors rescue 61 tourists after snowfall in Gulmarg
News | Dec 18, 2023, 01:08 PM ISTChinar warriors rescued 61 tourists including women and children after incessant snowfall in Gulmarg. The tourists are now in a safe place and are resting in their bunks.
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Snowfall hits traffic at Srinagar airport, 40 flights cancelled
India | Jan 08, 2022, 09:21 PM ISTProblems related to low visibility will be addressed soon as an upgraded instrument landing system (ILS) will be installed at the airport by November this year.
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Indian Army medical team evacuates pregnant woman amid heavy snowfall | Watch
India | Jan 08, 2022, 08:02 PM ISTEarlier today, at least 10 flights were cancelled and several delayed on Saturday as air traffic between Kashmir and the rest of the country was affected due to low visibility.
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Delhi registers record-breaking winters, Schools closed in Punjab
News | Dec 22, 2021, 07:20 AM ISTWinter has arrived in India with fog and snowfall in many northern states. While Delhi registers record-breaking winters, this time around, schools have been shut down in Punjab. Even the Kashmir valley now witnesses 'Chillai Kalan' and according to weather department, it will register temperature in the minus range for over a month.
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Jammu-Srinagar highway reopens after 30 hours
India | Oct 24, 2021, 11:44 PM ISTOver 500 stranded vehicles, mostly trucks, have been cleared from Jammu to Srinagar after the road was cleared of the debris.
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Roads closed, fuel rationed as snow shuts Kashmir Valley
News | Jan 09, 2021, 10:54 PM ISTWidespread snowfall over the last three days has cut off the Kashmir Valley and led to blocked roads and power outages and, for the first time in decades, rationing of fuel.
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Kashmir Valley receives season's first snowfall; 'orange' alert issued for higher reaches
India | Nov 23, 2020, 01:03 PM ISTThe MeT office has issued an 'Orange Colour' weather warning for the higher reaches of J-K and Sonmarg -Zojila axis on the Srinagar-Leh road, asking the administration and people to be prepared and to maintain vigil.
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Highways in Kashmir closed as valley receives fresh snowfall
India | Nov 15, 2019, 12:37 PM ISTThe meteorological department has forecast light to moderate rains or snow in Jammu and Kashmir over the next 24 hours. There is a possibility of scattered light rain or snow over Ladakh region, it said.
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Heavy snowfall in Srinagar
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Life goes out of gear as heavy snowfall covers Kashmir Valley
India | Jan 18, 2017, 01:15 PM ISTLife goes out of gear as heavy snowfall covers Kashmir Valley
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Kashmir schools to remain closed due to snowfall
India | Mar 11, 2014, 02:39 PM ISTSrinagar : The Divisional Commissioner of Kashmir has announced closure of all schools and colleges for two days,till March 12 due to fresh snowfall in the Kashmir valley and Kargil district.The decision to re open