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Kashmir’s Scented Highway: Lavender Plantation Blooms Along Banihal–Qazigund NH Stretch

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Kashmir’s Scented Highway: Lavender Plantation Blooms Along Banihal–Qazigund NH Stretch

Lavender plantation has officially begun along a 16-kilometre stretch of the Banihal–Qazigund National Highway, marking a major step toward beautification and aroma tourism in Jammu & Kashmir. By: Javid Amin | November 7, 2025 A Fragrant Beginning in the Himalayas The high-altitude air of Kashmir is about to smell sweeter. Along the 16-kilometre Banihal–Qazigund stretch of National Highway 44, rows of lavender plants have begun transforming the rocky slopes into a purple-hued landscape. This marks the start of a landmark Lavender Plantation Project, an initiative by the National Highways Authority…

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Kashmir Back in Frame: Raj Babbar’s Heartfelt Words, Tollywood’s Return, and Snowfall Magic in Gulmarg & Sonamarg

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Kashmir Back in Frame: Raj Babbar’s Heartfelt Words, Tollywood’s Return, and Snowfall Magic in Gulmarg & Sonamarg

Raj Babbar, during his visit to Gulmarg, reaffirmed that he has never felt unsafe in Kashmir, calling it a land of love, peace, and warmth. By: Javid Amin | 05 November 2025 Kashmir’s Cinematic Comeback: From Silence to Spotlight Six months after the Baisaran attack in Pahalgam (April 22, 2025), film cameras are rolling again in Kashmir. The picturesque Aru Valley near Pahalgam — framed by pine forests, crystal streams, and snow-dusted meadows — is hosting a Tollywood (South Indian) film crew, signaling the long-awaited revival of the Valley’s film…

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Kashmir Marathon 2.0: Revival of Sport, Tourism & Unity in the Valley

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Kashmir Marathon 2.0: Revival of Sport, Tourism & Unity in the Valley

Kashmir Marathon 2.0: “We Are Back in a Big Way,” Says Suniel Shetty By: Javid Amin | 02 November 2025 The early morning mist hovered over the hills of Srinagar as the warning horn sounded, the runners took off—and with them came a strong message: the valley is open, vibrant and ready. The recent edition of the Kashmir Marathon 2.0 emerged not just as a sporting event, but as a canvas where fitness, tourism revival and social harmony met in the heart of the Valley. Flag off by Bollywood star…

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Kashmir Tourism Under the Shadow of the Pahalgam Attack — Can Early Snow Spark a Winter Revival?

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Kashmir Tourism Under the Shadow of the Pahalgam Attack — Can Early Snow Spark a Winter Revival?

Kashmir Tourism Still Under Pahalgam Attack Shadow, Early Snowfall Sparks Hope for Winter Revival By: Javid Amin | 15 October 2025 Kashmir’s tourism sector has long been a tale of breathtaking beauty and fragile hope. In 2025, that fragility was starkly exposed when a brutal attack in Pahalgam on 22 April claimed 26 lives—most of them tourists. The tremor of that tragedy reverberated across the Valley, triggering cancellations, shuttered businesses, and despair among stakeholders. Yet, as autumn descended, an early October snowfall blanketing Gulmarg’s high slopes, Sonamarg, and Nilgarh stirred…

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Kashmir Tourism Revival: After Tulips, Gul-e-Dawood (Chrysanthemums) Keep the Valley Blooming into Autumn

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Kashmir Tourism Revival - After Tulips, Gul-e-Dawood (Chrysanthemums) Keep the Valley Blooming into Autumn

Kashmir Bets on Chrysanthemums to Keep Tourism Blooming Beyond Spring By: Javid Amin | 04 October 2025 Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir — After the record-breaking success of the Tulip Festival earlier this year, Kashmir’s tourism authorities are cultivating a fresh chapter in the Valley’s floral story — one filled with color, fragrance, and resilience. Enter the Chrysanthemum Festival 2025, a first-of-its-kind celebration at Srinagar’s iconic Botanical Garden, where over 80,000 blooms across 60+ varieties will paint the landscape in golden yellows, fiery reds, lavender purples, and snowy whites. This initiative,…

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Western Disturbance to Hit J&K and Ladakh from Oct 5: IMD Warns of Heavy Rain, Snow, Travel Disruptions

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Western Disturbance to Hit J&K and Ladakh from Oct 5: IMD Warns of Heavy Rain, Snow, Travel Disruptions

Western Disturbance to Bring Heavy Rain, Snowfall in Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh (Oct 5–7, 2025) By: Javid Amin | 02 October 2025 When Weather Shapes Mountains and Lives The Himalayas are not just mountains—they are living, breathing entities that dictate the rhythm of daily life in Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh. Every shift in the winds, every snowfall, and every drop of rain carries stories of resilience, culture, and adaptation. As October settles in, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a weather advisory predicting a strong Western Disturbance…

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‘Open All Tourist Destinations Closed After Pahalgam Attack’: Omar Abdullah Urges LG Administration

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'Open All Tourist Destinations Closed After Pahalgam Attack': Omar Abdullah Urges LG Administration

A Call to Reopen Kashmir’s Heart By: Javid Amin | 18 September 2025 In a sharp intervention on Kashmir’s tourism policy, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has called on the Lieutenant Governor’s administration to immediately reopen tourist destinations that have remained closed since the Pahalgam terror attack in April 2025. “Either stop promoting tourism altogether, or compensate those who’ve suffered losses,” Abdullah said while addressing a gathering of tourism stakeholders in Gulmarg. Destinations Still Under Lockdown Despite five months passing since the attack, many iconic spots remain off-limits: Drang Doodhpathri Yusmarg…

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

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

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…

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Farooq Abdullah Expresses Hope for Restoration of J&K Statehood, Urges Centre to Heed Public Aspirations

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Farooq Abdullah Expresses Hope for Restoration of J&K Statehood, Urges Centre to Heed Public Aspirations

Centre Must Listen to People’s Voice, Not Just Manage Optics, Says NC Leader By: Javid Amin | 13 September 2025 “We Are Hopeful”: Abdullah’s Call for Statehood Former Chief Minister and National Conference (NC) president Farooq Abdullah has reiterated his belief that statehood will eventually be restored to Jammu & Kashmir, aligning with the aspirations of its people. Speaking as the guest of honour at a golf tournament in Pahalgam, Abdullah told reporters: “God willing, that will also happen one day. We are hopeful that Delhi will pay attention to…

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

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

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:…

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