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A CAG report has revealed that 518 lakes in Jammu and Kashmir have vanished or degraded due to human activities. It also flagged conservation failures, while a separate study warned of high flood risks from glacial lakes in the region

UAE-based social media influencer Khalid Al Ameri shared his Kashmir experience with millions of followers, praising its snow-covered landscapes, rich culture and warmth of people. Officials say such exposure is helping revive tourism after setbacks from terror incidents and harsh weather

Sub-zero temperatures across Kashmir have frozen parts of Dal Lake and other water bodies as the region experiences 'Chilla-i-Kalan,' a 40-day extreme cold period. Srinagar recorded minus 5.2°C, with a western disturbance expected to impact weather from January 16

With the Jhelum River crossing the danger mark of 21 feet, authorities in Srinagar have advised Dal Lake residents and houseboat owners to take safety measures. The opening of Ram Munshi Bagh gate may raise Dal water levels further.

Mohsin Ali Kand, a 17-year-old from Srinagar, won gold in the 1000m kayaking event at the Khelo India Water Sports Festival, overcoming financial struggles and rowing a shikara to support his training

Asha Parekh, Waheeda Rehman, Helen reminisce about their glorious past and the mesmerising, never-ending attachment they have with the Valley

As per officials, the flames quickly spread and engulfed five houseboats namely Safeena, Sabreena, Young Gulshan, Lala Rukh and Khar Palace.

Officials previously stated that they had successfully contained the fire, and there were no indications of any casualties.

Some tourists were rescued after a fire broke out at Dal Lake in Jammu and Kashmir's Srinagar District, fire officials said on Saturday

A massive fire broke out in the tourist hub of Dal Lake here early Saturday, destroying property worth crores of rupees

Srinagar: The Meteorological Department on Thursday issued an advisory asking farmers to suspend agricultural operations and tourists to avoid shikara (boat) rides on Dal lake and cable car rides in Gulmarg for 2 days because of likely gusty winds and hailstorm on May 19 and 20. The advisory issued by the MeT department said that […]

Srinagar: Cold wave has gripped Kashmir with the onset of ‘Chillai Kalan’, 40 days of harsh winter. ‘Chillai Kalan’ is a Persian term that means ‘major cold’. The temperatures have dropped below zero degrees and morning fog enveloped Srinagar and surrounding areas. In some places, thick sheets of ice covered the water bodies. During Chillai […]

Srinagar: The first-ever open-air floating theatre in Jammu and Kashmir has been launched in the famous Dal lake. During the concluding ceremony of the ongoing ‘Iconic week’ celebrations, the theatre was inaugurated by J-K Chief Secretary Arun Kumar Mehta. This theatre aims to attract tourism to the union territory. Kashmir has earned fame on a […]

As announced on the bank’s Twitter handle, the ATM, inaugurated by SBI Chairman Dinesh Kumar Khara, will address the long-standing cash needs of the area.

Once known for its crystal clear waters, the lake is today dying a slow death