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GoI Launches Multi-Pronged Campaign to Revive Kashmir Tourism After April Tragedy

September 14, 2025 Editor

Tourism Revival Strategy Includes Security Upgrades, Discounted Packages, and Cultural Outreach By: Javid Amin | 13 September 2025 A Valley in Shock, A Nation Responds On April 22, 2025, Pahalgam—a serene town known for its meadows and the starting point of the Amarnath Yatra—was struck by tragedy. A terror attack claimed the lives of 26 civilians, sending ripples of grief across the Valley and shaking the foundations of its most vital lifeline: tourism. For weeks after, hotels sat half-empty, shikaras glided on Dal Lake without passengers, and local guides waited…

Restoration of Statehood Key to Tourism Growth in Jammu and Kashmir | Revive Kashmir’s Economy

September 12, 2025September 12, 2025 Editor

Restoration of Statehood: A Prerequisite for Tourism Growth in Jammu and Kashmir By: Javid Amin | 12 September 2025 The Fragile Pulse of Kashmir’s Tourism Sector For decades, tourism in Jammu and Kashmir has been more than an economic activity—it has been a lifeline, a cultural bridge, and a symbol of resilience. From the snow-laden slopes of Gulmarg to the spiritual serenity of Hazratbal, the region has drawn travelers, pilgrims, and seekers from across the globe. But beneath the postcard beauty lies a reality that is increasingly difficult to ignore:…

From Kashmir to Canada: Jamawar Sarees Weaving Heritage Into Global Glam

September 11, 2025September 11, 2025 Editor

From Kashmir to Canada: Jamawar Sarees | Heritage Fashion | Kashmir Store & Kashmir Bazar By: Javid Amin | 11 Sep 2025 When Kashmir Meets Global Glamour Fashion often travels faster than people. It has the power to carry a story, a culture, and a legacy across continents. Recently, when Bollywood actress Janhvi Kapoor graced an international stage wearing a hand-embroidered Jamawar saree, the world wasn’t just admiring her style—it was celebrating Kashmir’s centuries-old artistry. This moment became more than a fashion statement. It was a cultural bridge between Kashmir…

Let’s Create a New Spring: Kashmir as India’s Next Big Destination Wedding Paradise

September 11, 2025 Editor

A Blooming Vision: Omar Abdullah’s Pitch to Wedding Planners By: Javid Amin | 10 September 2025 At the Tulip Show 2025 in Srinagar, an event that drew celebrities, influencers, and travelers from across the globe, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah delivered an emotional message to India’s wedding industry: “Let’s create a new spring—one that blossoms not just in gardens, but in hearts, homes, and hospitality.” This wasn’t just poetry. It was an invitation. A promise. A call to wedding planners, luxury travel curators, and couples seeking something unforgettable: to bring weddings…

Highway Closure Triggers Mutton Crisis in Kashmir — Over 150 Weddings Postponed, Livestock Deaths Reported

September 9, 2025 Editor

A Roadblock Beyond Asphalt By: Javid Amin | 08 September 2025 In Kashmir, the closure of the Jammu–Srinagar National Highway (NH-44) is nothing new. Year after year, heavy rains, landslides, and fragile mountain terrain interrupt this vital supply line. But the closure in September 2025 triggered a crisis unlike any before. This time, the Valley was not just cut off from supplies; it was cut off from culture, tradition, and cherished moments. With over 150 weddings postponed, hundreds of livestock stranded, and more than 400 sheep dead inside halted trucks,…

Kashmir’s Economy Crippled in 2025: Tourism, Trade & Horticulture Suffer Multiple Blows

September 6, 2025 Editor

Paradise Under Pressure: Kashmir’s Harsh 2025 Reality By: Javid Amin | 05 Aug 2025 Kashmir — often described in poetry as “Paradise on Earth” — is today caught in a storm of reality. In 2025, the Valley’s economy did not just stumble, it collapsed under the combined weight of climate disasters, infrastructure bottlenecks, and policy blind spots. The three economic pillars that sustain life here — tourism, trade, and horticulture — suffered crippling blows all at once. Families that once depended on apple orchards, bustling markets, and seasonal tourist flows…

Highway Closure Pushes Kashmir’s Fruit Growers to the Brink: Losses Cross ₹200 Crore

September 5, 2025 Editor

Kashmir’s Economy on the Edge: Highway Closure Leaves Apple Growers Facing Crores in Losses By: Javid Amin | 04 Sep 2025 A Valley Cut Off Kashmir is no stranger to hardship, but the latest crisis hitting the Valley has struck right at the heart of its economy. The closure of the Srinagar–Jammu National Highway, the region’s economic lifeline, has paralyzed trade and left truckloads of perishable fruit rotting on the roadside. With losses now estimated to exceed ₹200 crore, farmers, traders, and transporters find themselves grappling with a situation that…

Kashmir’s Apple Industry Demands Train Lifeline as NH-44 Blockade Risks ₹20,000 Cr Loss

September 3, 2025 Editor

Kashmir Apple Industry at Risk: Fruit Growers Demand Cargo Train as NH-44 Closure Hits ₹20,000 Cr Sector By: Javid Amin | 02 Sep 2025 Kashmir’s Apples on the Brink The closure of the Jammu–Srinagar National Highway (NH-44) has once again put Kashmir’s ₹20,000 crore apple industry on the edge. With the harvest season peaking, fruit growers warn of massive losses as trucks carrying apples remain stuck for days along Ramban, Banihal, and Udhampur stretches. Cold storage units are packed, mandis are overflowing, and market prices are collapsing. For growers, every…

Telecom Blackout Amid Flood Panic Cuts Kashmir Off from the World

August 28, 2025 Editor

Kashmir Telecom Blackout 2025 – How Floods Exposed India’s Digital Fragility By: Javid Amin | 27 Aug 2025 Valley in Darkness, Cut Off by Silence When the floods of August 2025 battered Jammu & Kashmir, the Valley was not only drowned in water but also swallowed by silence. Phone calls stopped connecting. Internet lines went dead. Families were cut off from each other, rescue workers struggled to coordinate, and businesses froze mid-transaction. A telecom blackout turned a natural disaster into a humanitarian crisis. Instead of being a lifeline in moments…

Rotten Meat Scandal in Kashmir: Why Strict Food Safety Compliance Is Now a Public Health Imperative

August 22, 2025 Editor

Strict Food Safety Act Compliance in Kashmir After 13,000 Kg Rotten Meat Seizure: Business, Religious & Public Health Fallout By: Javid Amin | 21 Aug 2025 A Wake-Up Call for Kashmir’s Food Industry Food is more than sustenance—it is culture, faith, business, and survival. In Kashmir, where traditional cuisine and hospitality are integral to social life, the recent seizure of over 13,000 kilograms of rotten and unlabelled meat has not only shocked consumers but also shaken the very foundations of trust in the food supply chain. The Jammu & Kashmir…