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Rains lash J&K parts, weatherman predicts erratic weather till May 30

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The intermittent rainfall lashed the parts of Jammu & Kashmir on Wednesday and also brought the mercury down in Jammu & Kashmir while maximum of the stations across the Valley recorded below normal temperature.

Srinagar, the summer capital of Jammu & Kashmir, recorded the hottest day of the season on Monday when the maximum temperature settled at 30.4 degree Celsius. However, the intermittent rainfall since Tuesday evening has brought down the mercury across Jammu & Kashmir.

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Director Meteorological department (MeT), Sonum Lotus told the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) that there is a possibility of intermittent light to moderate rain, thunderstorm at many places of Jammu & Kashmir while a significant decrease in rain is possible on May 25-May 26.

Nonetheless, Lotus said the intermittent rain, thunderstorm at scattered places cannot be ruled out.

Furthermore, Director MeT said the weather would remain partly cloudy from May 27-May 30.

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As per the details available, the maximum temperature has plummeted across J&K parts while Srinagar recorded 18.4 degree Celsius, which is 6.4 degree Celsius below normal.

The mercury settled at 15.1 degree Celsius in Kupwara, which is 10.6 degree Celsius below normal, the data said, adding that Kokernag and Qazigund in South Kashmir also recorded over 7 degree below normal temperature and recorded a maximum temperature of 16.0 degree Celsius and 16.6 degree Celsius respectively.

Gulmarg recorded a maximum temperature of 8.6 degree Celsius, which is 7.4 degree below normal, it said.

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Pertinently, J&K has recorded a deficient rainfall in the ongoing season from March 01-24-05-2023.

As per the data prepared by MeT, J&K has recorded 21 per cent deficient rainfall during the period while the highest deficient rainfall was recorded in Kishtwar, Kathua, Budgam, Shopian and Kupwara.

The data further reads that Srinagar has recorded 13 per cent deficient rainfall from March 01-24-05-2023.

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DGP R R Swain visits Martyr Insp. Masroor’s home expresses condolences

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Also visits BB Cantt Hospital to enquire about injured Police official

The Director General of Police, J&K, R R Swain paid a solemn visit to the home of the martyr Inspector Masroor Ahmad Wani in Srinagar this evening and expressed deep condolences and shared grief with the bereaved family.

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DGP was accompanied by ADGP Law and Order Vijay Kumar, IG Kashmir V. K. Birdi and other officers to share the grief of the family, according to statement issued to Asian News Hub.

The DGP met the father and other members of the family and conveyed that J&K Police family will remember the supreme sacrifice of the martyr for decades to come. He assured that the institutional strength of J&K Police will take care of the family.

The DGP J&K conveyed the unwavering support and gratitude of the entire law enforcement community for the ultimate sacrifice made by the martyr.

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He alongwith the officers prayed for the peace of martyr.

R R Swain along with other officers also visited Military Hospital BB Cantt. Srinagar to enquire about the health of the injured Police Selection Grade Constable Mohammad Hafeez who was fired upon by terrorist yesterday evening on his right arm and right side abdomen.

The DGP met the doctors treating the official and impressed for all possible treatment for his early recovery. He assured the injured that all possible help and assistance will be provided.

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Govt teacher on examination duty dies of cardiac arrest in Anantnag

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A government teacher died of suspected cardiac arrest while dispensing duties during JKSSB’s Panchayat Secretary examination in south Kashmir’s Anantnag district on Sunday.

Quoting officials news agency Kashmir Scroll reported that Mushtaq Ahmad Dar, son of Abdul Khaliq Dar, a resident of Nanil, posted at Boys Middle School Muniwar Anantnag, fell unconscious while on duty at Al-Sarwat School Krangsoo.

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Also Read: Meet Insha Manzoor, first female photographer from Sopore

The teacher was immediately taken to DH Anantnag, where the doctors declared him as brought dead on arrival.

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Meet Insha Manzoor, first female photographer from Sopore

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Insha Manzoor [21] currently working with JB Studio. Insha is pursuing BBA from Baramulla College and resides in Sopore and completed her 12th grade from Welkin Sopore.

Insha developed an interest in photography since the 8th grade, initially using an Android phone for school and nature photography. She actively participated in photography contests, winning accolades. Insha’s parents, especially her sister, provided her significant support. After completing her Bachelor’s, Insha aspires to pursue filmmaking.

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Currently, Insha continues her photography using a phone, showcasing her talent on Instagram. Her reels have garnered millions of views, and she has amassed 6,500 followers on Instagram. Insha, a humble individual, promotes north Kashmir through her talents. Insha expresses her determination to continue this work, shining a light on her parents and the entire Kashmir region.

Insha’s message to upcoming photographers is that one can turn photography into a fulfilling profession.

Insha attributes her success to her mentor, Junaid Bhat Photographer, Kashmir Based Photojournalist, acknowledging him as her guide who played a crucial role in her learning journey. Insha Manzoor is not just a photographer; she’s a visionary capturing the essence of Sopore through her lens, breaking stereotypesand pavingthe way for aspiring photographers in the region.

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Note: Apart from the headline, no other changes were made in the article; the writer can be reached at Junaidphotojournalist@gmail.com.

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