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Jammu and Kashmir Police have ordered a preliminary enquiry after a south Kashmir cricketer wore a helmet displaying the Palestinian flag during a private cricket tournament match in Jammu, citing sensitivity and possible public order implications.

Fresh snowfall hit higher reaches of Kashmir, including Gulmarg, Gurez, and Macchil, while temperatures remain unusually warm, 3–7°C above seasonal averages. The MeT forecasts light to moderate rain/snow over most areas in the next 24 hours

Kashmir experienced freezing night temperatures, with Srinagar at −2.6°C and Sonamarg at −5.8°C. The region is expected to remain dry until December 29, followed by rains and snow around New Year’s Eve, with moderate snowfall in higher reaches

Kashmir cleric Mirwaiz Umar Farooq removed “Chairman All Parties Hurriyat Conference” from his X profile after authorities warned of account suspension under UAPA, following the ban on Hurriyat constituents. He called it a “Hobson’s choice” to maintain communication with the public

Security forces recovered multiple balloons carrying Pakistani symbols near the Line of Control in north Kashmir, prompting heightened vigilance. Army seized the objects in Baramulla and Kupwara districts as part of ongoing surveillance to counter infiltration and cross-border activities

Snowfall in higher reaches and rain in the plains of Kashmir on Sunday marked the start of Chillai-Kalan, ending a prolonged dry spell. Gulmarg, Sonamarg and Sadhna Top received fresh snow, bringing relief to residents and boosting hopes for winter tourism

Kashmir’s higher reaches saw overnight snowfall, raising night temperatures above freezing in Srinagar for the first time this December. Pulwama remained the coldest at –2.7°C, while fog enveloped the valley as the region approaches the 40-day ‘Chillai Kalan’ winter

Srinagar recorded the season’s coldest night at –2.8°C as temperatures dipped across Jammu and Kashmir. With further decline expected, schools up to Class 8 will close for winter vacation. Residents rely on traditional Pherans and Kangris to battle the intensifying chill

CIK of J&K Police conducted raids in Srinagar, Budgam, and Kulgam as part of a white-collar terror investigation involving local doctors. The probe follows arrests in Faridabad and links to a deadly Red Fort car blast in Delhi.

Ten people, including three government employees, were detained across Kashmir in the probe into the “white-collar terror” module linked to the Delhi blast that killed 13. Officials said some suspects had recently visited Turkiye, as security agencies widened their crackdown

Pathipaka Manideep, an Intermediate second-year student from Mandamarri in Mancherial district, has been selected to play in a national-level football tournament to be held in Srinagar from October 2 to 12 after excelling in a recent state-level competition in Jangaon.

Residents of Srinagar Colony in Hyderabad are facing severe sewage overflow, causing unhygienic conditions and health risks. Despite repeated complaints, GHMC and HMWSSB have not acted, leaving residents frustrated and demanding immediate intervention to resolve the issue

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

Satyapal Malik, the former Governor of Jammu and Kashmir and key figure during the abrogation of Article 370, passed away at 79 in Delhi. A veteran politician, he had served in multiple states and remained a controversial public voice

Three terrorists were killed in ‘Operation Mahadev’ launched in Srinagar’s Dachigam area after intelligence inputs. Security forces, including Army and J&K Police, continue operations to corner a third militant amid intensified efforts to dismantle the terror ecosystem post the Pahalgam attack

Lt Governor Manoj Sinha joined Srinagar’s 10th Muharram procession, offering water and a ‘Chaddar’ to mourners, symbolizing communal harmony. Meanwhile, Kashmiri locals warmly welcomed Amarnath Yatris, showcasing unity, brotherhood, and the spirit of Kashmiriyat across religious lines

An Air India Express flight from Delhi to Srinagar via Jammu returned to Delhi without landing. Despite clear weather and runway conditions, the pilot reportedly couldn’t locate the correct landing area at Jammu airport, prompting the unexpected turnaround

An intense heat wave has gripped Kashmir, pushing temperatures above 35°C and causing severe water shortages. Srinagar recorded its highest June temperature in 20 years, leading to declining river levels and crop distress across the Valley.

The Northern Railways on Saturday commenced commercial operations of Vande Bharat trains between Katra and Srinagar, officials said