Pahalgam

Shutdown in Pahalgam market over Amarnath terror attack

The yatra, which passes through the Pahalgam market along the traditional route to the cave shrine, was, however, going on smoothly.

Jul 12, 2017, 14:32 PM IST

Emergency meeting of Jammu and Kashmir Cabinet underway

"The Cabinet meeting chaired by the chief minister has started to discuss the situation after last night's attack in Anantnag," an official said.

 

Jul 11, 2017, 16:12 PM IST

Amarnath yatra resumes from Pahalgam and Baltal routes

The annual pilgrimage to the 3880-metre-high cave shrine of Amarnath resumed on Friday from Pahalgam and Baltal routes after weather improved.

Jun 30, 2017, 11:09 AM IST

Over 500 pilgrims pay obeisance at Amarnath

More than 500 pilgrims on Thursday paid obeisance at the cave shrine of Amarnath while the second batch of 2,481 pilgrims left from Jammu for the twin base- camps of the yatra, amid tight security.

Jun 29, 2017, 18:26 PM IST

Militants planning to target Amarnath yatra: Intel reports

Replying to questions on security, the Special DG said, "All security arrangements have been made in view of the threat perception."

Jun 27, 2017, 18:28 PM IST

Amarnath Yatra: Security arrangements on war footing, assures J&K Police

With the Amarnath Yatra set to begin from June 29, the Jammu and Kashmir Police on Tuesday said that they have put all the necessary security arrangements in place so that the pilgrims have a hassle free and secure journey.

Jun 27, 2017, 12:08 PM IST

Working hard to make Amarnath yatra safe and convenient: J&K Governor

The Indian Army has deployed total five battalions in the valley in view of the Amarnarth Yatra. 

Jun 15, 2017, 20:03 PM IST

Host of medical facilities along Amarnath yatra route

The base camp hospitals would be equipped with hyperbaric oxygen chambers, portable oxygen concentrators, automated CPR machines, defibrillators and cardiac monitors among others.

Jun 09, 2017, 22:37 PM IST

Cordon and search operation in Kashmir's Pahalgam

Security forces on Thursday launched a cordon and search operation (CASO) in south Kashmir's Pahalgam  an area which is a base camp for the annual Amarnath Yatra commencing later this month.

Jun 08, 2017, 12:30 PM IST

Light snowfall in Srinagar

Fresh snowfall occurred in Srinagar and some other parts of the Kashmir Valley on Friday, the Met department said.

Mar 10, 2017, 10:48 AM IST

Jammu and Kashmir to witness snow and rains

Jammu and Kashmir will experience erratic weather conditions beginning from Tuesday evening with snow and rains expected to occur during this period, the Met department announced.

Mar 07, 2017, 10:59 AM IST

Rain, light snow to lash Jammu and Kashmir

A three-day long spell of rain and snow was forecast for Jammu and Kashmir on Tuesday as an overcast night sky caused night temperatures to rise.

Feb 28, 2017, 10:11 AM IST

Minimum temperatures increase across Kashmir, Ladakh

Overnight rains at many places and fresh light snowfall in Gulmarg led to an increase in the minimum temperatures across the Valley and Ladakh region, with the mercury settling above the freezing point at most places.

Feb 16, 2017, 13:11 PM IST

Overcast conditions lead to rise in min temp across Kashmir

Overcast conditions led to an increase in the minimum temperatures across Kashmir division, with the mercury settling above the freezing point at most places in the Valley, even as the Meteorological department forecast rains or snow over next few days.

Feb 15, 2017, 12:09 PM IST

Heavy rain and snow forecast for Jammu and Kashmir

The 40-day long `Chillai Kalan` was expected to end on January 30, which would mark rise in both day and night temperatures in the valley.

Jan 23, 2017, 10:49 AM IST

Cold wave continues in Jammu and Kashmir, Leh records minus 13.9

Cold wave continued in Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday as minimum temperatures remained several notches below freezing point.

Jan 21, 2017, 10:47 AM IST

Security forces gun down three terrorists in encounter in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam; 3 AK-47 rifles recovered

In yet another victory against terrorism, security forces gunned down at least three terrorists in an encounter on Monday.

Jan 16, 2017, 09:05 AM IST

Encounter breaks out in J&K's Anantnag, three terrorists believed to be trapped

An encounter broke out between security forces and terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag.

Jan 15, 2017, 17:12 PM IST

Leh town freezes at minus 18, Srinagar shivers at minus 5

All the water bodies in the Valley have frozen over and fisherman and boatmen are finding it difficult to negotiate their passage through the frozen lakes.
 

Jan 12, 2017, 11:28 AM IST

Cold wave grips Jammu and Kashmir; snowfall expected in many areas

A cold wave gripped the Kashmir Valley on Thursday as night temperatures remained below zero degree, a MET department official said.

Jan 05, 2017, 10:32 AM IST