The Nordic region and parts of Europe have been facing extreme cold temperatures, with Finland and Sweden recording their coldest winter temperatures at below minus 40 degrees Celsius. The cold spell caused disruptions in transportation and schools, while floods, heavy rain, and strong winds have impacted western Europe. In the midst of these weather extremes, India's Kashmir region has also been experiencing its challenging 'Great Winter.' The idyllic landscape has been draped in thick snow, presenting a picturesque scene but making life difficult for locals.