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SRINAGAR, J&K — January 24, 2026The intense Western Disturbance that gripped Jammu and Kashmir over the last 48 hours has officially moved out of the region, leaving behind a significantly altered landscape. While the system has exited, it delivered a final overnight punch, adding several inches of fresh snow to already blanketed districts including Anantnag,…

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JAMMU, J&K :- January 24, 2026:-The Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH-44), along with several other vital arterial links, remains closed to all vehicular movement this morning as relentless snowfall and heavy rains continue to lash the region. According to an official update at 08:30 hrs, high-altitude passes and strategic routes including Mughal Road, Srinagar-Sonamarg-Gumri (SSG) Road,…

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SRINAGAR, J&K — January 24, 2026 :-Flight operations at Srinagar International Airport faced significant disruptions today as a combination of heavy snowfall in the Kashmir Valley and strict airspace restrictions at Delhi Airport led to multiple cancellations. The Srinagar Airport Authority issued a fresh passenger advisory via X (formerly Twitter), noting that the temporary flight…

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JAMMU/Srinagar, JANUARY 23, 2026 — IGP Traffic J&K, Mohd Suleman Choudhary, chaired a high-level meeting today to evaluate the traffic situation following recent snowfall in the Kashmir Valley, Banihal, and Ramban areas, while simultaneously finalizing traffic arrangements for the upcoming Republic Day celebrations. During the session, which included senior traffic officials from across the Jammu…

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ANANTNAG, JANUARY 23, 2026 — In a swift emergency response, the Anantnag Police provided critical assistance to a family in Syed Pathri, Reshkulbal, Aishmuqam, after a large pine tree collapsed onto their residential property. The incident occurred at the home of Mohd Yaseen Shah, son of Noorani Shah, causing significant structural damage to the house;…

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KULGAM, JANUARY 23, 2026 — In response to prevailing inclement weather conditions, Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare, and Education, Sakeena Itoo, conducted a surprise inspection of District Hospital Kulgam to review patient care and healthcare service delivery. Accompanied by Deputy Commissioner Kulgam Athar Aamir Ul Shafi Khan and Director Health Services Kashmir…

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BARAMULLA, January 23, 2026 — The Office of the Deputy Commissioner of Baramulla has issued an urgent circular closing the Gulmarg-Tangmarg road to all vehicular traffic until further notice following reports of heavy snowfall and landslides in the region. Due to significant road connectivity disruptions and adverse weather conditions, authorities have advised tourists and the…

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SRINAGAR, JANUARY 23, 2026 — The Jammu and Kashmir Disaster Management Authority (JKDMA), in coordination with the Defence Geoinformatics Research Establishment (DGRE), Chandigarh, has issued a High Intensity Avalanche Alert for several districts in the Union Territory. Valid for the next 24 hours, the warning indicates that avalanches with a high danger level are likely…

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SRINAGAR, JANUARY 23, 2026 — Severe winter weather has forced the total closure of the Mughal Road and the Kishtwar-Sinthan-Anantnag (NH-244) highway for January 24, 2026. Fresh snowfall over the high-altitude passes has made these vital links impassable for all types of vehicular traffic. Similarly, the Srinagar-Sonamarg-Gumri (SSG) road remains shut due to significant snow…

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JAMMU/SRINAGAR, JANUARY 23, 2026 — The Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH-44) remains closed for all vehicular movement heading into January 24, 2026, following heavy snow accumulation and torrential rains across the sector. According to the Traffic Police Headquarters, no vehicles will be allowed to ply from Nagrota (Jammu) towards Chenani, Patnitop, Ramban, or Srinagar, nor will…

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SRINAGAR, JANUARY 23, 2026 — Chief Minister Omar Abdullah presided over a high-level pre-budget consultation meeting at the Civil Secretariat today to gather vital inputs for the Jammu and Kashmir Budget 2026–27. Attended by cabinet ministers and top administrative secretaries, the session served as a collaborative platform for industrialists, hoteliers, agriculturists, and entrepreneurs to voice…

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UDHAMPUR, JANUARY 23, 2026 — In a significant blow to pharmaceutical smuggling networks, the Jammu & Kashmir Drugs Control Organization (DCO) successfully intercepted a massive illegal shipment of 8,000 Pregabalin-300 capsules being transported via a private courier service. Acting on precise intelligence and routine surveillance, a specialized team of Drugs Control Officers, including Rakesh Singh…

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UDHAMPUR, Jan 23, 2026 — The famous tourist destination of Patnitop has transformed into a winter wonderland following the season’s first significant snowfall, drawing a massive influx of visitors to the Udhampur district. The hill station is currently blanketed under an impressive two to two-and-a-half feet of snow, creating a picturesque landscape that has sparked…

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JAMMU, Jan 23, 2026 — The Border Security Force (BSF) Jammu has officially announced the postponement of the ongoing recruitment process for Constable/Tradesman positions scheduled for Saturday, January 24, 2026. According to a statement released on X (formerly Twitter), the physical and administrative tests held at the Shaheed Veer Dev Stadium, Paloura Camp, have been…

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KATHUA, Jan 23, 2026 — The Indian Army’s Rising Star Corps has officially confirmed the elimination of a foreign terrorist during a high-precision joint operation in the Parhetar area of Kathua district. Acting on actionable intelligence, the coordinated strike by the Army and Jammu and Kashmir Police (JKP) marks a major security achievement as the…

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JAMMU, Jan 23, 2026 — In a major breakthrough ahead of Republic Day celebrations, security forces neutralized a high-ranking Pakistani terrorist in the Billawar area of Kathua district on Friday. The successful elimination of the insurgent, identified as a member of the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) outfit, marks a significant victory for the region’s counter-terrorism grid during…

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JAMMU, January 23, 2026 — In the wake of relentless rainfall and heavy snowfall across the Jammu Division, the Jammu Power Distribution Corporation Limited (JPDCL) is working on a war footing to normalize the region’s power supply. The severe weather conditions caused an unprecedented drop in power demand, hitting a low of 140 MW at…

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SRINAGAR, January 23, 2026 — The Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited (KPDCL) has made significant strides in restoring electricity across the valley following an early-morning collapse in load demand due to adverse conditions. According to an official update shared via their X (formerly Twitter) handle, the regional power load plummeted to a record low of…

Read More “Kashmir Power Update: KPDCL Scales Up Electricity Supply to 699 MW Following Heavy Disruptions” »