Srinagar, Jan. 4 -- As the harsh Chilai Kalan grips Kashmir, life in the orchards continues with quiet resilience. In the Kukuthal area of Tangmarg in Baramulla district, a farmer was seen working with a tiller in his apple orchard, turning the frozen soil despite biting cold and sub-zero temperatures. Chilai Kalan, the 40-day harshest phase of winter, has brought intense cold across the Valley, freezing water bodies, disrupting daily life, and testing the endurance of locals. While most people limit outdoor activity, farmers like him continue essential work to prepare their orchards for the coming season.Locals said winter tilling is crucial for apple cultivation as it helps improve soil aeration, controls pests, and ensures better moist...