Heavy rain ends dry spell in J&K ; NH-44 and Mughal Road closed due to fresh snow
Baramulla: A scenic view of snow-covered mountains and houses in Gulmarg, Baramulla, on Tuesday, January 21, 2025. (Photo: IANS/Nisar Malik)

January 23, 2026 2:25 PM

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Heavy rain ends dry spell in J&K ; NH-44 and Mughal Road closed due to fresh snow

In Jammu and Kashmir the prolonged dry spell in the plains of Jammu region ended last night as heavy rains lashed several areas, bringing a noticeable change in harsh weather conditions. The Meteorological Department has also forecast widespread rain and snowfall across Jammu and Kashmir over the ne...

Himachal witnesses first major snowfall of the season; cold wave intensifies

January 23, 2026 2:23 PM

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Himachal witnesses first major snowfall of the season; cold wave intensifies

After a long wait, the weather in Himachal Pradesh has finally changed with the activation of a western disturbance. Most parts of the state are witnessing the season’s first widespread and heavy snowfall, while the lower regions have experienced rain and strong winds. This has led to a sharp drop i...

J&K Sports Council to begin Phase-I trials for Khelo India Tribal Games 2026

January 23, 2026 2:21 PM

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J&K Sports Council to begin Phase-I trials for Khelo India Tribal Games 2026

The Jammu and Kashmir Sports Council will commence the Phase-I Open Selection Trials from today to select the J&K contingent for the upcoming Khelo India Tribal Games 2026, scheduled to take place in Chhattisgarh.   Akashvani Jammu Correspondent reports that the trials are being held from t...

India take on New Zealand in second T20I at Raipur

January 23, 2026 2:19 PM

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India take on New Zealand in second T20I at Raipur

In Cricket, India will face New Zealand in the second match of the five-match T20 International series at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium in Raipur today. The match will start at 7:00 PM. Led by captain Suryakumar Yadav, India currently leads the series 1-NIL, after a strong 48-...

Puducherry bans sale of three cough syrups over quality concerns

January 23, 2026 2:10 PM

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Puducherry bans sale of three cough syrups over quality concerns

The Puducherry Government has banned the sale of three cough syrups after they were found not to be of standard quality. The sale of Respi Fresh, manufactured by Rednex Pharmaceuticals of Ahmedabad; Respifresh-TR, manufactured by Edkem Pharmaceuticals of Ahmedabad; and Medikof-D Syrup, manufactured ...

Ministry of Power to showcase ‘Prakash Ganga’ tableau at Republic Day Parade

January 23, 2026 2:03 PM

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Ministry of Power to showcase ‘Prakash Ganga’ tableau at Republic Day Parade

The Ministry of Power will present its grand tableau titled Prakash Ganga: Powering an Aatmanirbhar and Viksit Bharat at the Republic Day Parade this year. The tableau showcases India’s transformative journey in the power sector and its leadership in clean and sustainable energy. It will also highli...

Madhya Pradesh celebrates Basant Panchami with devotion and grand rituals

January 23, 2026 2:01 PM

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Madhya Pradesh celebrates Basant Panchami with devotion and grand rituals

Basant Panchami is being celebrated across Madhya Pradesh today with devotion and joy. Special programmes are being held at religious and historical places, while the administration remains fully alert to maintain law and order.   On the occasion of Basant Panchami, prayers were offered to Goddess S...