A significant avalanche struck Warwan valley in Kishtwar, Jammu and Kashmir, with no reported casualties or damage. This follows a similar incident in Sonamarg, where a powerful snow dust cloud, not a full avalanche, engulfed the area. Experts explain these events are often triggered by snowfall and temperature fluctuations, with the new Z-Morh Tunnel improving Sonamarg's all-weather connectivity.

BJP representatives in Jammu are throwing their weight behind student protests calling for a National Law University, alleging that Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has been neglecting their needs. The students argue that the lack of progress on establishing a law department at Central University of Jammu for the past ten years reflects systemic bias.