1) JKL High Court Slams Authorities For Denying Passport To Mehbooba Mufti s Mother, Says Passport Authority Can t Act As Mouthpiece of CIDCase Title: Gulshan Nazir Vs Union of IndiaCitation: 2023.
Jammu and Kashmir faces a severe threat to biodiversity due to an extended dry spell lasting six weeks during the Chillai Kalan, the coldest phase from December 21 to January 29. The region has experienced a 79% rainfall deficit, with only 12.6 mm recorded in December 2023, attributing the dry weather to the climatic phenomenon El Niño. Unusually warm temperatures, 6-8°C above average, and a lack of snowfall are impacting water bodies, glaciers, and key sectors like agriculture, horticulture, and tourism. The dry spell may affect hydropower generation, irrigation, and seed germination, posing risks of forest fires and pushing wildlife towards residential areas. Geoscientists warn of elevated pollutant levels, glacier melting, and the potential for Glacial Lake Outburst Flooding (GLOF). Winter tourism, particularly in popular destinations like Gulmarg and Pahalgam, is significantly impacted, with hotel cancellations and decreased tourist activity due to the absence of snow.
From glacier loss and heightened risk of climate-related disasters to agriculture and pollution, lack of snowfall poses a danger to the fragile region.
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Sopore:The Anti-Corruption Branch on Wednesday said it arrested an official of sub district hospital Sopore for demanding and accepting bribe for issuing a birth certificate. An official said a spokesperson said that ACB arrested one Mehraj U Din Wani while demanding and accepting a bribe of Rs. 3,600 from one Farooq Ahmad Misger. He said that Misger approached Wani