Urge calm as rescue teams, helplines activated across vulnerable Sgr, Budgam areas Rehan Qayoom Mir Srinagar, Sep 04 : Authorities on Thursday said water levels at Sangam and Ram Munshi Bagh are showing signs of recession but continue to remain above the danger mark, necessitating caution. They say, preventive evacuations are underway in Shalina, Rakh Shalina, Seerbagh, and Summerbugh following...
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Jhelum swelling, but situation under control: I&FC appeals for calm
2014 floods occurred only after Jhelum crossed record levels of 34.7 ft at Sangam and 29.5 ft at Ram Munshi Bagh, say officials Urge journalists, social media page owners not to create panic by sharing minute-to-minute updates Dal Gates not opened, Kandizaal bund intact, no cause for alarm, says CM Omar Rehan Qayoom Mir Srinagar, Sep 03 : As the...
Next few hours crucial, people need to remain alert: Div Com Kashmir*
Says preventive evacuations activated in Sgr, South Kashmir parts; Adequate stock of essentials in place, relief centres, health, power, & telecom services fully functional* Rehan Qayoom Mir Srinagar, Sep 03 : Divisional Commissioner, Kashmir, Anshul Garg Wednesday urged citizens to remain alert throughout the night. He said the next 6–8 hours will be particularly critical and appealed to all residents...
Amid flood warning, schools across J&K continue to remain closed
Jammu Edu Institutes to remain shut till Friday Srinagar, Sep 03 : In view of inclement weather and flood like situation, the government Wednesday said the schools in Kashmir division shall remain closed on Thursday. The government however said that the schools in Jammu division shall continue to remain closed till Friday. Divisional Commissioner Kashmir Ashul Garg according to the...
Sakeena Itoo appeals all doctors, paramedics to remain available in view of adverse weather conditions
SRINAGAR, SEPTEMBER 03: Minister for Health and Medical Education, Sakeena Itoo has appealed all doctors, paramedics and other medical staff to remain available round the clock for the well being of the general public in view of ongoing inclement weather conditions. In a message issued here , the Minister said “in view of inclement weather conditions, I appeal to all...
Sakeena Itoo, Nasir Aslam Wani visit Anantnag, take stock of flood situation
Also chair meet with local MLAs, district administrations of Anantnag, Shopian, review flood situation ANANTNAG, SEPTEMBER 03: Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo along with Advisor to the Chief Minister, Nasir Aslam Wani today visited Anantnag and took first hand appraisal of the prevailing flood situation in the district. During the visit, the Minister...
Jhelum Swells: Water level rises above danger mark at Sangam, Pampore; RM Bagh enters warning zone in Sgr
Rising water levels flood Telbal, Srinagar; Authorities monitor rivers, teams put on alert; joint review meet on flood preparedness, contingency planning held at PCR Kashmir; old Barzulla bridge closed for traffic movement Rehan Qayoom Mir Srinagar, Sep 03 : The water bodies in the Kashmir Valley have reached alarming levels following heavy rainfall, with the Jhelum at Sangam and Pampore...
Multiple rivers cross danger levels in J&K, 20 families rescued
Anantnag, Sep 03 : Several rivers across Jammu and Kashmir are flowing above danger levels following incessant rainfall, raising concerns of flash floods and inundation in low-lying areas. Officials details accessed by the Kashmir News Service (KNS), states that the Jhelum at Khanabal in Anantnag is flowing at 1594.86 m, 2.36 m above its danger level of 1592.5 m, while...
Inclement Weather: Health deptt on high alert in Kashmir
Secretary H&ME says hospitals operational, health camps, door-to-door medical care underway in vulnerable areas Jahangeer Ganaie Srinagar, Sep 03 : Secretary Health and Medical Education, Syed Abid Rasheed Shah, on Wednesday said the administration is fully geared to ensure uninterrupted medical services amid inclement weather conditions in Kashmir. Speaking to the media in Srinagar, Shah, as per the news agency—Kashmir...
CM Omar Abdullah reviews situation following incessant rains across J&K
Directs administration to stay on high alert, intensify ground response and ensure timely evacuations in critical areas New Delhi, September 03: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today convened an emergency meeting to review the situation arising from incessant rains across Jammu and Kashmir. Minister Sakina Itoo and Advisor to the Chief Minister Nasir Aslam Wani briefed him on the latest situation...
Relief from heavy rainfall expected by evening: Div Com Kashmir
Rehan Qayoom Mir Srinagar, Sep 03 : Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg on Wednesday said that the weather forecast suggests a relief from the heavy rainfall soon and that it will decrease by afternoon. Speaking with reporters, Anshul Garg, per news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) said since last night rainfall has been heavy, particularly in south and central Kashmir, which...
Health Minister, Advisor to CM visit Irrigation and Flood Control Room Rambagh; review prevailing flood situation
Also take stock of preparedness, response measures SRINAGAR, SEPTEMBER 03: Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education Sakeena Itoo along with Advisor to the Chief Minister, Nasir Aslam Wani today visited the Irrigation and Flood Control Room Rambagh to take stock of the prevailing flood situation and preparedness measures in place. During the visit, the Minister and...
Flood alert at Sangam as water levels rise rapidly: I&FC CE
Says monitoring weak spots, emergency teams put on alert; Public urged to avoid rivers Rehan Qayoom Mir Srinagar, Sep 03 : Authorities on Wednesday said the situation in Kashmir is becoming critical as the river Jhelum has crossed the flood alert mark at Sangam, while Ram Munshi Bagh remains at a normal level for now. Officials said the department is...
Chenab river flows in spate, Akhnoor villages submerged; 40 trapped, rescue on
Sajid Raina Jammu, Sep 03 : The Chenab river crossed the danger mark at Akhnoor area of Jammu division on Wednesday after incessant rainfall, inundating a temple and cutting off several villages in the region, officials said. An official told the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), that many houses in Kotli village were flooded as the river overflowed, while in...
CM Omar Abdullah Reviews Situation Amid Incessant Rains, Directs Relief Measures
Srinagar, Sep 03 : Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday chaired a high-level meeting to review the situation arising from incessant rainfall across the Union Territory. During the meeting, the Chief Minister directed the administration to intensify ground response, ensure clearance of waterlogged areas, safeguard essential services, carry out timely evacuations in vulnerable zones, and provide immediate...
Time To Align Dogra Legacy With India’s Mainstream Global Journey: Dr Jitendra
JAMMU, Sept 2 : Delivering the 6th “Kunwar Viyogi Memorial Lecture” at University of Jammu today, Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh said, it is time to align Dogra legacy with India’s mainstream global journey. The Minister said, India is now following the same global strategies that are being followed by the other developed countries. He said, the country is now...
Continuous Heavy Rains Trigger Closure Of Routes In Jammu
Avoid travel towards 4th Bridge, Somnath Chowk routes: Div Com Jammu Ramesh Kumar Jammu, Sep 2: Divisional Commissioner Jammu, Ramesh Kumar, on Tuesday ordered closure of multiple routes following heavy rainfall, landslides, and safety concerns. In a post on X, Div Com Ramesh wrote that traffic has been barred on the 4th Bridge and the nearby rotary. The administration has...
Mehbooba Mufti Appeals for Dedicated Train Service to Help Fruit Growers Hit by NH-44 Closure
Srinagar, Sep 2: Peoples Democratic Party President and former Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti on Tuesday said that fruit growers in the valley facing huge financial losses due to the closure of Srinagar–Jammu National Highway (NH-44). Taking to X, she posted as per KNS “Fruit growers have been facing severe financial losses every year due to the closure of NH-44. Unfortunately,...
Delhi extends support to J&K flood victims, Omar Abdullah thanks CM Rekha Gupta
Srinagar, Sep 02 : Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today thanked Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta for reaching out with solidarity and support for the flood-affected people of the union territory. Omar said Gupta’s call and her offer of assistance from the Delhi government were generous gestures that reflected cooperation and goodwill. “Chief Minister thanked Hon’ble Chief Minister...
Admin on high alert, but water level below danger mark: DC Srinagar
Rehan Qayoom Mir Srinagar, Sept 02 : Deputy Commissioner Srinagar, Akshay Labroo on Tuesday said the administration is on high alert for the next 15-30 days in view of the weather forecast. Speaking with reporters per news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), the Deputy Commissioner urged people to strictly adhere to advisories being issued from time-to-time. “We are on high alert...
Srinagar court dismisses CBK charges against ex-Minister & 2 officers in 2019 case
Srinagar, Sept 2 : The Special Judge Anti-Corruption, Kashmir, has dismissed a chargesheet filed by Crime Branch Kashmir (CBK) against former minister and PDP leader Naeem Akhtar and two others over alleged irregularities in the 2018 appointment of a senior officer in the Jammu & Kashmir Projects Construction Corporation (JKPCC). The other two officers discharged in the case by the...