Shimla, Himachal Pradesh covered in fresh blanket of Snow
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Shimla, Himachal Pradesh covered in fresh blanket of Snow

Live Mint  

Shimla, a picturesque town in Himachal Pradesh, was seen adorned with fresh snowfall, as per a video shared by ANI. The India Meteorological Department has issued a forecast for light to moderate rainfall or snowfall in parts of Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand today. The India Meteorological Department predicted light to moderate rain or snowfall in Jammu and Kashmir and Himachal Pradesh for March 3rd, primarily impacting some areas. Additionally, India is likely to experience a warmer summer and more heatwave days this year with El Nino conditions predicted to continue at least until May, the India Meteorological Department said on March 1. India is likely to see above-normal maximum and minimum temperatures in most parts of the country in the March to May period, IMD Director General Mrutyunjay Mohapatra said at a press conference.

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Snowfall in Himachal brings cheer to tourists, orange alert issued
23 hours, 58 minutes ago

Snowfall in Himachal brings cheer to tourists, orange alert issued

New Indian Express  

CHANDIGARH: The second light snowfall of the season has brought cheers to the local people and the tourists visiting Shmila, Kullu-Manali, Kinnaur and Lahaul-Spiti districts on Monday. The met department has also predicted light rain and snowfall at a few places in the mid and higher hills till Thursday. The weather department has forecast a cold wave at many places …

Day temperatures drop sharply in North India; intense cold wave persists in Kashmir
23 hours, 58 minutes ago

Day temperatures drop sharply in North India; intense cold wave persists in Kashmir

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: Day temperatures dropped sharply in several areas of Punjab, Haryana and Himachal Pradesh after light rain hit parts of north India on Monday, even as intense cold wave conditions persisted in Kashmir with mercury dipping several degrees below freezing point. According to the Met office, Chandigarh, which received light rain during the day, recorded a maximum temperature of …

Fresh snowfall in Shimla and beyond draws tourists to Himachal Pradesh
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1 week, 6 days ago

Fresh snowfall in Shimla and beyond draws tourists to Himachal Pradesh

Live Mint  

Breaking a ten-week dry spell, Himachal Pradesh's Shimla, along with the nearby tourist resorts of Kufri, Fagu, Chansel, Narkanda and the Churdhar ranges, as well as several high mountain passes, received the first snowfall of the season on Sunday evening. Snowfall was also recorded in key tourist destinations such as Manali, Kasauli, and Chail since Sunday evening, while Dharamshala experienced …

Shimla Witnesses Early December Snowfall After 52 Years, 87 Roads Across Himachal Blocked
2 weeks ago

Shimla Witnesses Early December Snowfall After 52 Years, 87 Roads Across Himachal Blocked

ABP News  

Shimla, known for its picturesque winters, witnessed snowfall on Sunday, 8 December 2024, marking an early seasonal snowfall after a gap of 52 years since 1972. Meanwhile, continuing intermittent snowfall in Himachal Pradesh’s tribal Lahaul and Spiti districts has intensified cold conditions across adjoining valleys. Himachal Pradesh Snowfall: 87 Roads Including National Highway-03 Blocked The snowfall, although a welcome relief …

Himachal Pradesh turns into winter wonderland as it receives season's first snowfall in December: Top 5 places to visit
2 weeks ago

Himachal Pradesh turns into winter wonderland as it receives season's first snowfall in December: Top 5 places to visit

Hindustan Times  

Several regions across Himachal Pradesh witnessed the season's first snowfall on Sunday. If you love the cold or just want to witness snowfall or the majestic mountains covered in snow, this is the time to plan your winter wonderland trip to Himachal. Shimla to Spiti Valley; top 5 places to visit in Himachal Pradesh. Shimla The capital of Himachal Pradesh, …

Cold wave warning for Delhi, parts of north India from this week; Shimla receives season's first snowfall | 10 updates
2 weeks ago

Cold wave warning for Delhi, parts of north India from this week; Shimla receives season's first snowfall | 10 updates

Hindustan Times  

Delhi is set to experience a sharp dip in temperatures this week, with the mercury possibly plunging to as low as 6 degrees Celsius by December 10, the India Meteorological Department predicted. This drop will bring cold wave conditions to the national capital and neighbouring northern states such as Punjab, Haryana, and western Uttar Pradesh, with the chill expected to …

Himachal Pradesh Weather and AQI Today: Check weather forecast for December 9, 2024
2 weeks ago

Himachal Pradesh Weather and AQI Today: Check weather forecast for December 9, 2024

Hindustan Times  

Date Temperature Sky December 10, 2024 13.43 °C Sky is clear December 11, 2024 17.34 °C Sky is clear December 12, 2024 17.23 °C Sky is clear December 13, 2024 17.3 °C Sky is clear December 14, 2024 19.18 °C Broken clouds December 15, 2024 21.21 °C Sky is clear December 16, 2024 21.05 °C Sky is clear City Temperature …

87 roads closed in Himachal Pradesh as snowfall hits Shimla, Manali. Details here
2 weeks ago

87 roads closed in Himachal Pradesh as snowfall hits Shimla, Manali. Details here

India Today  

At least 87 roads, including the Atari-Leh National Highway 3 near Manali's Rohtang Pass, have been closed in Himachal Pradesh after the state received its first snowfall of the season. 87 ROADS CLOSED IN HIMACHAL The State Emergency Operations Centre reported that a total of 87 roads were closed in the state, with 58 in Shimla, followed by 17 in …

Shimla, Kasauli and adjoining Himachal towns receive season’s first snow; Gulmarg turns into ’wonderland’
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Shimla, Kasauli and adjoining Himachal towns receive season’s first snow; Gulmarg turns into ’wonderland’

Live Mint  

Temperatures are expected to dip further over northern parts of India after several regions across Himachal Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir witnessed season's first snowfall on Sunday. Shimla and the adjoining tourist resort towns of Kufri and Fagu received the season's first snow on Sunday while continuing intermittent snowfall in the higher reaches of Himachal Pradesh's tribal Lahaul and Spiti …

Heavy Snowfall Blankets Himachal’s Lahaul-Spiti, J&K’s Gulmarg — WATCH
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Heavy Snowfall Blankets Himachal’s Lahaul-Spiti, J&K’s Gulmarg — WATCH

ABP News  

Heavy snowfall has blanketed the Lahaul and Spiti region of Himachal Pradesh and its surrounding areas on Sunday. Lahaul and Spiti, Himachal Pradesh: The snowfall has blanketed the region and its surrounding areas pic.twitter.com/MK7iZnxSxB — IANS December 8, 2024 Last month on November 11, Gulmarg received its first snowfall of the season. VIDEO | Himachal Pradesh: Fresh snowfall blankets Shimla, …

Himachal Pradesh Weather and AQI Today: Check weather forecast for December 8, 2024
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Himachal Pradesh Weather and AQI Today: Check weather forecast for December 8, 2024

Hindustan Times  

Date Temperature Sky December 9, 2024 11.4 °C Broken clouds December 10, 2024 13.79 °C Sky is clear December 11, 2024 17.4 °C Sky is clear December 12, 2024 17.14 °C Sky is clear December 13, 2024 16.86 °C Sky is clear December 14, 2024 19.26 °C Broken clouds December 15, 2024 22.0 °C Sky is clear City Temperature Sky …

Himachal Pradesh Weather and AQI Today: Check weather forecast for December 7, 2024
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Himachal Pradesh Weather and AQI Today: Check weather forecast for December 7, 2024

Hindustan Times  

Date Temperature Sky December 8, 2024 13.45 °C Light rain December 9, 2024 9.24 °C Rain and snow December 10, 2024 10.45 °C Sky is clear December 11, 2024 15.89 °C Sky is clear December 12, 2024 16.64 °C Sky is clear December 13, 2024 16.48 °C Sky is clear December 14, 2024 18.81 °C Broken clouds City Temperature Sky …

Himachal Pradesh Weather and AQI Today: Check weather forecast for December 3, 2024
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Himachal Pradesh Weather and AQI Today: Check weather forecast for December 3, 2024

Hindustan Times  

Date Temperature Sky December 4, 2024 19.2 °C Sky is clear December 5, 2024 18.97 °C Sky is clear December 6, 2024 18.03 °C Sky is clear December 7, 2024 15.81 °C Sky is clear December 8, 2024 10.98 °C Light rain December 9, 2024 13.32 °C Scattered clouds December 10, 2024 13.56 °C Rain and snow City Temperature Sky …

Himachal Pradesh Weather and AQI Today: Check weather forecast for December 2, 2024
3 weeks ago

Himachal Pradesh Weather and AQI Today: Check weather forecast for December 2, 2024

Hindustan Times  

Date Temperature Sky December 3, 2024 18.92 °C Sky is clear December 4, 2024 18.97 °C Sky is clear December 5, 2024 19.3 °C Sky is clear December 6, 2024 18.32 °C Sky is clear December 7, 2024 16.27 °C Sky is clear December 8, 2024 15.09 °C Sky is clear December 9, 2024 8.58 °C Rain and snow City …

Himachal Pradesh Weather and AQI Today: Check weather forecast for December 1, 2024
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Himachal Pradesh Weather and AQI Today: Check weather forecast for December 1, 2024

Hindustan Times  

Date Temperature Sky December 2, 2024 18.31 °C Few clouds December 3, 2024 18.36 °C Sky is clear December 4, 2024 18.16 °C Sky is clear December 5, 2024 18.49 °C Sky is clear December 6, 2024 17.65 °C Sky is clear December 7, 2024 15.0 °C Sky is clear December 8, 2024 6.24 °C Rain and snow City Temperature …

Jammu and Kashmir receives season’s first snowfall; netizens call it a ‘winter wonderland’
1 month, 1 week ago

Jammu and Kashmir receives season’s first snowfall; netizens call it a ‘winter wonderland’

Live Mint  

The season's first snowfall has enhanced Jammu and Kashmir's scenic beauty, making it an attractive destination for tourists in the upcoming holiday season. Officials told newswire ANI that the higher reaches of Kashmir received the season's first snowfall, while the plains in lower altitudes were lashed by heavy rainfall. Snowfall in Kashmir | Watch Video J&K's Sonmarg received fresh snowfall …

Breathtaking Snowfall in India: A Guide to the Most Enchanting Destinations
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Breathtaking Snowfall in India: A Guide to the Most Enchanting Destinations

Live Mint  

India offers some of the best places for snowfall during winter, with destinations like Gulmarg, Shimla, Ladakh, Manali, and Mussoorie providing breathtaking landscapes and thrilling activities. Whether you're looking to enjoy snow sports or simply soak in the beauty of snow-capped mountains, these destinations offer something for every winter traveller. Club Mahindra resorts provide excellent options for a comfortable and …

Snow cover in Himachal down by 12.9% this year, study shows
5 months, 1 week ago

Snow cover in Himachal down by 12.9% this year, study shows

Hindustan Times  

Snow cover across the Himalayan region of the state came down 12.9% in 2023-24 compared to the previous year, a study conducted by the State Centre on Climate Change of Himachal Pradesh Council for Science, Technology and Environment, Shimla, has shown. The state receives winter precipitation in the form of snow at higher altitudes and around one-third of the total …

Himachal News: Major Landslide Escalates Tension Ahead Of Rainfall, Many Cars Destroyed | ABP News
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Himachal News: Major Landslide Escalates Tension Ahead Of Rainfall, Many Cars Destroyed | ABP News

ABP News  

Monsoon entered Himachal Pradesh on Thursday. The very first rain of monsoon has caused huge devastation in Himachal's capital Shimla. Due to this, many vehicles got hit by debris. Not only this, traffic was also disrupted at many places due to debris falling on the road. In Malyana area of ​​Shimla also, due to rain, rocks broke and fell on …

Video: Heavy rain triggers landslide in Himachal Pradesh's Shimla, vehicles stuck
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Video: Heavy rain triggers landslide in Himachal Pradesh's Shimla, vehicles stuck

India Today  

Several vehicles were buried after heavy rain in parts of Shimla triggered a landslide in the town. The Southwest monsoon advanced and covered several parts of Himachal Pradesh on Thursday after being delayed by five days, the meteorological office said. Himachal Pradesh received 39.5mm against the normal 84.3 mm of rain, a deficit of 53 per cent from June 1 …

Himachal Pradesh weather update: Yellow warning for thunderstorms over three days
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Himachal Pradesh weather update: Yellow warning for thunderstorms over three days

Hindustan Times  

The local meteorological center in Himachal Pradesh's Shimla on Thursday issued a yellow warning for thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty winds at speed of 30-40 kmph at isolated places in the state over the next three days. The Meteorological Centre, Shimla, has predicted rain at isolated places in mid-hills from May 31 to June 2 and in seven districts …

Weather updates: IMD forecasts light rain, hailstorms in THESE states for next 3 days
7 months, 1 week ago

Weather updates: IMD forecasts light rain, hailstorms in THESE states for next 3 days

Live Mint  

Several Indian states are likely to get relief from scorching heat in the next few days due to western disturbance. According to the India Meteorological Department's latest projections, states such as Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Rajasthan are likely to witness light to moderate rainfall and hailstorms in the next three days. IMD on Saturday wrote, "Wet spell accompanied with thunderstorms; …

IMD issues red alert over severe heatwave; rainfall likely to bring relief in these states
7 months, 4 weeks ago

IMD issues red alert over severe heatwave; rainfall likely to bring relief in these states

Hindustan Times  

A prolonged spell of scorching heat is expected to maintain its grip over East and South Peninsular India for the next five days, according to meteorological authorities. Isolated pockets of Bihar, Jharkhand, Coastal Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Rayalaseema, and coastal Karnataka are also expected to experience heatwave conditions during this period. “Heat wave conditions in isolated pockets over Bihar, Jharkhand, Coastal …

Heatwave alert in Odisha, Telangana, 3 others; Check IMD’s full weather forecast with heavy showers in other states
8 months, 1 week ago

Heatwave alert in Odisha, Telangana, 3 others; Check IMD’s full weather forecast with heavy showers in other states

Live Mint  

Weather Update Today: The India Meteorological Department issued a heatwave alert in four states over the next few days while some of the states in the Himalayan region will most likely witness a wet spell in the coming days. A cyclonic circulation lies over Northwest Uttar Pradesh and another over West Rajasthan in lower tropospheric levels.” Moreover, another western disturbance …

Fresh snowfall lashes Jammu and Kashmir's Sonamarg | WATCH
8 months, 1 week ago

Fresh snowfall lashes Jammu and Kashmir's Sonamarg | WATCH

India TV News  

Sonamarg in Jammu and Kashmir's Ganderbal district received a fresh spell of snowfall on Tuesday evening. Army to start clearing snow from Hemkunt Sahib route A team of the Army will conduct a special operation to clear the snow-clogged route leading to Gurdwara Sri Hemkund Sahib in Uttarakhand's Chamoli district, officials said on Monday. According to officials, the work to …

After Warmest Day In Delhi, IMD Forecast Predicts Rain & Thunderstorms In Northern India — Details Inside
8 months, 3 weeks ago

After Warmest Day In Delhi, IMD Forecast Predicts Rain & Thunderstorms In Northern India — Details Inside

ABP News  

The India Meteorological Department on Saturday predicted light to moderate rain and thunderstorms across the northern part of the country. Fairly widespread light to moderate rainfall and snowfall, accompanied by isolated thunderstorms and lightning, are expected over Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, Gilgit-Baltistan, Muzaffarabad, and Himachal Pradesh on March 30. "As a result of these weather systems, fairly widespread light to …

Weather update today: IMD predicts rain in THESE states; hailstorm likely in J-K. Check full forecast
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Weather update today: IMD predicts rain in THESE states; hailstorm likely in J-K. Check full forecast

Live Mint  

Weather update today: The India Meteorological Department in its weather bulletin predicted a fresh spell of intense rainfall, thunderstorm over Arunachal Pradesh, Assam and Meghalaya from 30th March. IMD has also predicted light to moderate rainfall accompanied with thunderstorms and lightning over Sub-Himalayan West Bengal and Sikkim till 30th March. IMD predicted light rainfall/snowfall with isolated thunderstorms and lightning likely …

Weather today: IMD predicts rain with thunderstorm in THESE states; above normal temperatures in South Indian states
9 months, 1 week ago

Weather today: IMD predicts rain with thunderstorm in THESE states; above normal temperatures in South Indian states

Live Mint  

Weather update today: The India Meteorological Department's has predicted rainfall accompanied with thunderstorm and lightning over East and Central India today i.e. IMD rainfall/hailstorm prediction -As per the weather office, scattered to fairly widespread rainfall with isolated thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds has been predicted over Gangetic West Bengal during 16-20 March. -IMD has also predicted isolated to scattered light …

Weather update: IMD issues rain, snow alert over Western Himalayan Region
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Weather update: IMD issues rain, snow alert over Western Himalayan Region

Live Mint  

The India Meteorological Department has predicted that light to moderate scattered to fairly widespread rainfall or snowfall over Western Himalayan Region from 11th to 14th March. As per IMD, isolated light to moderate rainfall or snowfall has been predicted over Jammu-Kashmir, Ladakh, Gilgit-Baltistan, Muzaffarabad, Himachal Pradesh on 10th March while scattered to fairly widespread light to moderate rainfall or snowfall …

Temperatures likely to stay below normal over northwest India till March 15: IMD
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Temperatures likely to stay below normal over northwest India till March 15: IMD

Hindustan Times  

Temperatures are likely to remain low for another seven days till March 15 over the northern plains because of the prevailing western disturbances that are impacting the Western Himalayan region, the India Meteorological Department said on Thursday. Under their influence, isolated to scattered light/moderate rainfall/snowfall is likely over Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, Himachal Pradesh and isolated rainfall/snowfall over Uttarakhand …

IMD issues orange alert for snow, hailstorm in THESE states. Check forecast
9 months, 3 weeks ago

IMD issues orange alert for snow, hailstorm in THESE states. Check forecast

Live Mint  

Weather today: The India Meteorological Department has predicted an intense spell of rainfall/snowfall over the Western Himalayan Region and rainfall over plains of northwest India till 3rd March. The weather office has also issued an orange alert for isolated hailstorm very likely over West Madhya Pradesh, Haryana-Chandigarh, Jammu-Kashmir-Ladakh, West Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, East Rajasthan on 2 March. …

Rain In Delhi, UP, Punjab, Snowfall in J&K, Ladakh
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Rain In Delhi, UP, Punjab, Snowfall in J&K, Ladakh

News 18  

India Meteorological Department has predicted an intense spell of rainfall in Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, West Bengal, and Odisha due to a western disturbance over the next five days. Owing to the weather system over northeast Iran and the neighborhood, rainfall in plains of northwest India can be predicted from March 1 till March 3, said …

Weather Update: IMD predicts rainfall in THESE states today. Check details
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Weather Update: IMD predicts rainfall in THESE states today. Check details

Live Mint  

The India Meteorological Department has predicted rainfall in several states of Central India on Tuesday. A Met department spokesperson told PTI that several parts of Rajasthan, including Jodhpur, Ajmer, Kota and Jaipur, will likely receive light rain at isolated places in the next 48 hours due to a new western disturbance, on Monday. “There is a possibility of the formation …

IMD weather update: IMD predicts spell of rain over THESE states on February 27
9 months, 3 weeks ago

IMD weather update: IMD predicts spell of rain over THESE states on February 27

Live Mint  

The India Meteorological Department said on Sunday that Central India can expect a new bout of rainfall along with thunderstorms, hailstorms, and lightning on the 26th and 27th of February, 2024. In a post on X, IMD added, A fresh spell of rainfall activity accompanied with thunderstorm, hailstorm & lightning likely over Central India on 26th & 27th February, 2024. …

Weather update: Rain, snow, hailstorm alert issued in THESE states till 27 Feb
9 months, 4 weeks ago

Weather update: Rain, snow, hailstorm alert issued in THESE states till 27 Feb

Live Mint  

The Indian Meteorological Department has issued a snowfall alert in several parts of the Western Himalayan Region till 25 February. Additionally, the weather office has also issued rainfall alerts in several states like Madhya Pradesh, Odisha, and Jharkhand. "Currently, there has been light to moderate rainfall occurring in the state for the past several days along with thunder and hailstorm …

Weather Update: IMD predicts heavy rain, snowfall in THESE states
10 months ago

Weather Update: IMD predicts heavy rain, snowfall in THESE states

Live Mint  

Due to fresh westerly disturbances, light to moderate rainfall and snowfall are likely to be expected over the Western Himalayan Region during the next two days, the Indian Meteorological Department said in its bulleting on Friday. “Today also we are expecting heavy rainfall, mainly from Arunachal Pradesh, snowfall from Sikkim and thunderstorm activity likely in Northeast. IMD weather forecast for …

IMD predicts snowfall, rainfall, hailstorm in THESE states around 19 February
10 months, 1 week ago

IMD predicts snowfall, rainfall, hailstorm in THESE states around 19 February

Live Mint  

In the latest weather prediction report, the India Meteorological Department said that northwest India may see a rise in its minimum temperature from 17 February onwards. Whereas Haryana-Chandigarh, Punjab, and Uttarakhand may also experience moderate rainfall and hailstorms on 19 February, IMD said. Snowfall forecast in February According to the IMD weather forecast, "Heavy rainfall/snowfall at isolated places very likely …

Snowfall, rains continue in Himachal; 4 NH among 645 roads closed
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Snowfall, rains continue in Himachal; 4 NH among 645 roads closed

New Indian Express  

SHIMLA: Snowfall and rains continued across Himachal Pradesh, affecting normal life as 645 roads, including four national highways, were closed for vehicles on Monday, the state emergency operation center said. In the state capital Shimla, 242 roads have been closed, 157 in Lahaul and Spiti, 93 in Kullu, 61 in Chamba and 51 in Mandi in Mandi district, it said. …

Fresh snow across Valley, Gulmarg coldest at -10.6°C
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Fresh snow across Valley, Gulmarg coldest at -10.6°C

Hindustan Times  

Many parts of Kashmir observed fresh snowfall on Saturday as the Valley continues to remain under the grip of cold wave. In its daily update, the IMD said that on Sunday, there was possibility of light to moderate snow/rain at most places from early morning till evening, with chances of heavy snowfall over isolated higher reaches of south Kashmir and …

Snowfall in Himachal Pradesh leads to closure of over 500 roads, including 4 national highways
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Snowfall in Himachal Pradesh leads to closure of over 500 roads, including 4 national highways

The Hindu  

After consecutive days of moderate to heavy snow in several parts of Himachal Pradesh, 504 roads, including four national highways, in the state were closed for vehicular traffic, officials said. The weather office predicted heavy snow in isolated places of the state on February 4. The local MeT station has issued a ‘yellow’ alert for thunderstorm and lightning in isolated …

Himachal Pradesh shivers at sub-zero temperatures as snowfall, rain continue
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Himachal Pradesh shivers at sub-zero temperatures as snowfall, rain continue

Live Mint  

As many as 720 roads, including four national highways, in Himachal Pradesh, are blocked following snow while 2,243 transformers are disrupted. Snowfall and widespread rain caused sharp fall in minimum temperatures and residents in high altitude tribal areas shivered under piercing cold wave conditions with the mercury staying 14-18 degrees Celsius below the freezing point. In the past 24 hours …

Fresh snowfall turns Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal into winter paradise | WATCH
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Fresh snowfall turns Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal into winter paradise | WATCH

India TV News  

A fresh round of snowfall in the Northern parts of the country turned the region into a winter lover's dream on Friday. Moderate to heavy snowfall continued in high hills and tribal areas of Himachal Pradesh. Over 566 roads, including six national highways, in the state have been closed for vehicular traffic following heavy snowfall and rain, said Public Works …

Season’s first snowfall in Srinagar, Shimla
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Season’s first snowfall in Srinagar, Shimla

Hindustan Times  

After two months of dry winter, Srinagar in Jammu and Kashmir and Hiamchal’s Shimla received season’s first snowfall on Thursday. Snowfall was also recorded at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine in Trikuta hills of Reasi in Jammu, and Kupwara, Bandipora, Ganderbal, Baramulla, Budgam, Anantnag, Kulgam and Shopian districts in Kashmir division. “There was 6-8 inches of snow over lower reaches …

Parts of J&K, Himachal and Uttarakhand receive fresh snowfall | Updates
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Parts of J&K, Himachal and Uttarakhand receive fresh snowfall | Updates

Hindustan Times  

Fresh snowfall blanketed parts of Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand from Wednesday into Thursday morning, causing disruptions to normal life. Srinagar receives season's first snowfall on Thursday On Thursday morning, high-altitude areas in Jammu province, including the revered Mata Vaishno Devi shrine atop the Trikuta hills in Reasi district, witnessed a new layer of snow. Srinagar saw approximately …

Snowfall disrupts normal life in Himachal, J&K; rainfall in parts of north India intensifies winter chill
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Snowfall disrupts normal life in Himachal, J&K; rainfall in parts of north India intensifies winter chill

The Hindu  

Snowfall affected normal life in Himachal Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir on January 31 and rainfall in parts of north India intensified the winter chill in the region, with the IMD predicting above-normal rainfall in February across the country. On Wednesday, normal life was disrupted in Himachal Pradesh as the tribal areas and other high reaches received the first heavy …

Delhi to witness light rain; hailstorm, heavy snow alert issued in THESE states
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Delhi to witness light rain; hailstorm, heavy snow alert issued in THESE states

Live Mint  

Ending the prolonged dry spell, states like Himachal Pradesh, Jammu Kashmir and Uttarakhand are expected to receive heavy snowfall and rainfall in isolated pockets during the next two days. As per IMD, isolated heavy rainfall/snowfall is likely over Kashmir valley, Himachal Pradesh on 31st January and 1st February while in Uttarakhand on 31st January. The weather office stated, “Hailstorm likely …

North India shivers under cold wave, Delhi braces for rainfall on THESE days
10 months, 3 weeks ago

North India shivers under cold wave, Delhi braces for rainfall on THESE days

Live Mint  

Over the past few weeks, North India has been gripped by an intense and bone-chilling cold, exacerbated by plunging temperatures and thick fog that shows no signs of abating. IMD noted that Delhi is expected to experience light rain on both January 31 and February 1 due to the approach of a second western disturbance to the plains. The IMD …

Western disturbances: J&K to witness heavy rain, snowfall until Feb 1
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Western disturbances: J&K to witness heavy rain, snowfall until Feb 1

Live Mint  

India Meteorological Department on Monday said heavy rain and snowfall are likely to occur over the western Himalayan region on January 31 and February 1 under the influence of two back-to-back western disturbances, that started on Sunday. IMD scientist Soma Sen said, “We expect up to heavy rainfall and snowfall to occur over Jammu and Kashmir mainly, and Himachal Pradesh …

No snow, no tourists for hill stations in the north. Here's what IMD predicts
10 months, 3 weeks ago

No snow, no tourists for hill stations in the north. Here's what IMD predicts

Hindustan Times  

Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand – the top tourist destinations in India during winter – are likely to see a cutback in the number of visitors this year, as people are giving a second thought to their planned tours following an unexpected snowless winter. According to the India Meteorological Department, only a few places in the Western Himalayan Region will …

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