‘April showers’: A rainfall scientist explains what they are
By: Rob Thompson The idea of “April showers” is ingrained in the nation’s cultural consciousness as a symbol of spring and nature’s renewal. These phrases date back to times when knowing planting dates for crops was essential to most people, yet such weather lore was the only forecast available. But what exactly is an “April […]
Eid ul Fitr: A beacon of Hope
By: Aubaid Ahmad Akhoon As we embrace the joyous occasion of Eid ul Fitr, we extend our warmest wishes to all those celebrating. May this Eid serve as a beacon of peace, health, and prosperity, casting a light of joy and serenity on everyone’s life? In this moment of jubilation, let’s also spare a thought […]
Eclipses aren’t just visual spectacles
By: Oisin Creaner The total solar eclipse across North America on April 8 2024 is a stunning and memorable event for everyone in its path. However, eclipses are not just valued for their visual impact, they are at the heart of cutting-edge science. Eclipses can tell us a vast amount about distant planets beyond our […]
Night temp drops as MeT forecasts rain from April 10
Srinagar: Amid forecast for mainly dry weather during next 24 hours and possibility of light rain and snow at many places towards evening of April 10, night temperature recorded a drop in Jammu and Kashmir on Tuesday. A meteorological department official here said that Srinagar recorded a minimum of 5.6°C against 5.8°C on the previous […]
Rajpora’s Sheermal continues to be in high demand
Bread makers say sales increase on every festive occasion Pulwama: The tradition of buying Sheermal from Rajpora in south Kashmir’s Pulwama district for special occasions like Eid is still maintained among people in the valley and beyond, with demand consistently increasing during festive periods. Sheermal is a distinctive, flat and circular bread adorned with sesame […]
Over 17.67 lakh voters to decide fate of 22 candidates in Jammu Parliamentary Constituency
Jammu: The fate of 22 candidates will be decided by over 17, 67, 837 lakh voters of Jammu-Samba-Reasi Lok Sabha seat in the second phase of General Elections to be held on April 26. On the last day of withdrawal of candidature in Jammu Parliamentary Constituency, Independent candidate Roop Krishen Dhar withdrew his nomination, leaving […]
Navratra festivities illuminate Vecharnag temple in Sgr
Srinagar: As a display of religious fervor and cultural harmony, Navratri festivities took center stage in Srinagar as the devotees gathered at the historic Vecharnag Temple to celebrate the auspicious occasion. The temple grounds echoed with chants and prayers, resonating with the spirit of devotion and celebration. Local residents and pilgrims alike flocked to the […]
Man dies in Wular Lake as boat capsizes
Bandipora: A 45-year-old man, father of four, lost his life after his boat capsized in Wular Lake near Kanbathi village of North Kashmir’s Bandipora district on Tuesday morning. Locals said that Mushtaq Ahmad Kawa, son of Ghulam Mohammad Kawa of Kanbathi village of Bandipora district was on his way to catch fishes when his boat […]
Police observer visits Reasi to oversee election preparedness
Jammu: In order to oversee the preparations for the upcoming Parliamentary elections on Jammu Lok sabha seat, police observer Bhopal Gajarai today visited district police office Reasi. The police observer held a meeting with district election officer Reasi (Deputy Commissioner) Vishesh Paul Mahajan, Senor Superintendent of Police (SSP) Reasi Mohita Sharma and other police officers. […]
