In Kashmir, winter has been associated with recurring snowfall, drawing tourists to the Valley, filling rivers with fresh meltwater, and setting the stage for the agricultural cycle. But this year, something feels unsettlingly different. January has passed with little snow, and the consequences are already being felt.

In Gulmarg, where winter sports fuel the local economy, the famed ski slopes are nearly bare, forcing the government to postpone winter games. This has dealt blow to hoteliers, ski instructors, and small businesses that count on tourist........

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