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Currency fluctuations compounded the strain, with a weaker rupee and rising input costs squeezing margins for exporters, according to traders.

Officials said the celebrations were largely peaceful but added that authorities were monitoring the situation to ensure public order.

Farmers have been advised to resume field operations from April 9, as daytime temperatures are expected to rise by several degrees later in the week

The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Tuesday said it arrested two public works officials in Baramulla district for allegedly accepting a bribe

Farmers said extreme weather during the flowering stage has become more frequent in recent years, compounding financial stress as many rely on loans to sustain their orchards.

Residents said each spell of rain brings renewed concern.