#KashmirTourism Archives

Kashmir’s Autumn Blooms: What to Know About Srinagar’s Chrysanthemum Garden in 2026

October 24, 2026October 24, 2026 Editor

Srinagar's Chrysanthemum Garden Opens: 12 Million Blossoms Expected This Autumn

Kashmir’s Chrysanthemum Garden Opens for 2026: Can Bagh-e-Gul-e-Dawood Make Autumn a New Tourism Season? By: News Desk | 23 October 2026 Srinagar’s autumn landscape has a new attraction, and the Jammu and Kashmir government hopes it will do more than add colour to the season. On Friday, October 23, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah opened the 2026 Chrysanthemum Show at Bagh-e-Gul-e-Dawood, inviting tourists and local residents to experience a floral spectacle designed to give Kashmir another reason to welcome visitors after the spring tulip season. Featuring approximately 3.5 lakh chrysanthemum plants,…

Srinagar Airport to Allow Flights After 5 PM as Winter Schedule Begins October 25

October 20, 2026October 20, 2026 Editor

Srinagar Airport Lifts 5 PM Flight Curbs Ahead of Winter Schedule; Evening Operations May Resume By: News Desk | 19 October 2026 Srinagar: Air travellers heading to and from Kashmir could soon have more flexibility in planning their journeys after Srinagar International Airport withdrew restrictions that had limited flight operations to between 8 am and 5 pm. The decision, announced ahead of the Winter Schedule 2026, removes the earlier operating-hours cut-off and allows airlines to plan services beyond 5 pm, subject to approved schedules and operational requirements. The winter schedule…

Kashmir Turns White as Temperatures Plunge: Fresh Snowfall Hits Gulmarg, Sonamarg and Gurez

October 14, 2026 Editor

Kashmir Weather Today: Rain in Srinagar, Snowfall in Higher Reaches; Dry Spell Expected From October 16

Kashmir Snowfall Update: Zojila, Razdan Pass and Gulmarg Receive Fresh Snow By: News Desk | 14 October 2026 Srinagar: Kashmir has experienced an unmistakable shift towards winter, as a fresh spell of rain across the plains and snowfall over the higher reaches brought a noticeable chill to the region on Wednesday. An active Western Disturbance has transformed parts of the mountainous landscape, with fresh snow reported around Zojila Pass, Sonamarg, Gulmarg, Pahalgam, Razdan Pass and the Gurez Valley. While the higher elevations have begun wearing their first significant white cover…

Srinagar Airport Likely to Extend Operating Hours After October 15: What It Means for Kashmir Flights

October 4, 2026 Editor

Srinagar Airport Likely to Get Extended Operational Hours After October 15, Bringing Relief to Kashmir Air Travellers By: News Desk | 03 October 2026 Srinagar: Air travellers to and from Kashmir could soon have more flexibility as Srinagar International Airport is likely to extend its operational hours after October 15, when the current phase of runway maintenance is expected to wind down. At present, flight operations are restricted to 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, with runway maintenance being carried out during the night. A review of the operational schedule is…

Kashmir Weather Shift: First Snowfall Hits Gulmarg, Gurez Amid Valley Rain

September 18, 2026 Editor

Kashmir Turns White: Gulmarg, Gurez Receive Season’s First Snowfall as Rain Brings Early Chill to Valley By: News Desk | 17 September 2026 Srinagar: Kashmir has had an unmistakable reminder that summer is beginning to give way to autumn and winter. Fresh snowfall covered the upper reaches of Gulmarg and Gurez on Thursday, while rain swept across much of the Valley, pulling temperatures down and changing the feel of the landscape almost overnight. The snowfall was not a blanket across the entire Valley. It was concentrated in higher elevations, including…

Sergio Gor in Kashmir: Why the US Ambassador’s First J&K Visit Matters More Than a Courtesy Call

August 19, 2026 Editor

Sergio Gor Kashmir Visit: Why the US Ambassador Is in J&K and What It Means for India-US Ties By: Javid Amin | 19 Aug 2026 There is a temptation to read US Ambassador Sergio Gor’s first visit to Jammu and Kashmir as either a routine diplomatic tour or a coded American intervention in the Kashmir question. Neither interpretation fully captures what is happening. The timing, the itinerary and Gor’s position make the visit significant. But the available evidence also points to something more practical: Washington is expanding its engagement with…

Kashmir’s Tourism Boom Looks Record-Breaking. So Why Are Locals Falling Behind?

August 12, 2026 Editor

Kashmir’s Tourism Rollercoaster: A Record Boom, a Devastating Crash, and a Recovery That Still Isn’t Reaching Locals By: Javid Amin | 12 Aug 2026 In 2024, Kashmir logged more tourists than ever before. In 2025, that number collapsed by nearly a quarter after the Pahalgam attack. In 2026, arrivals are slowly climbing back — but ask a houseboat owner or a local travel agent, and the boom-bust-rebound cycle looks less like a rollercoaster and more like proof of exactly who the system was never built to protect. Srinagar — Two…

Kashmir Vs Switzerland: Why Travelers Say Jammu & Kashmir Offers the Same Magic with a Unique Soul

June 20, 2026June 20, 2026 Editor

Kashmir vs Switzerland: Why Travelers Believe India’s Paradise Can Rival Europe’s Finest Destinations By: Javid Amin | 19 June 2026 From Alpine Meadows to Snow-Clad Peaks, Kashmir Continues to Captivate Travelers For decades, Jammu and Kashmir has been celebrated as one of the most beautiful regions in the world. Often referred to as “Paradise on Earth,” the region continues to draw comparisons with Switzerland, Europe’s iconic alpine destination known for its breathtaking mountains, crystal-clear lakes, and picturesque villages. The latest praise comes from travelers who believe Kashmir offers an experience…

Pahalgam Road Tragedy Claims Two Lives as Tourist Bus Overturns in Tangmarg, Raising Kashmir Safety Concerns

June 18, 2026 Editor

Kashmir Road Tragedies Raise Fresh Safety Concerns as Fatal Pahalgam Crash Claims Two Lives, Tourist Bus Overturns in Tangmarg By: Javid Amin | 17 June 2026 Back-to-Back Accidents in South and North Kashmir Highlight Growing Road Safety Challenges Amid Peak Tourist Season Kashmir witnessed two serious road accidents within a short span on Wednesday, June 17, raising fresh concerns about road safety in the Valley’s major tourist destinations. While two people lost their lives and several others were injured after a car plunged into a gorge on the Aru–Pahalgam route…

Pahalgam Tourism Revival 2026: Over 10 Lakh Visitors Return to Kashmir’s Iconic Hill Station After Tragedy

May 31, 2026 Editor

From Tragedy to Triumph: How Pahalgam Is Rebuilding Tourist Confidence and Welcoming the World Again By: Javid Amin | 30 May 2026 Nearly 10 Lakh Visitors Return as Kashmir’s Tourism Heartland Demonstrates Remarkable Resilience Just a year after a devastating terror attack shook one of Kashmir’s most cherished tourist destinations, Pahalgam is witnessing an extraordinary revival. The picturesque hill station, known for its pristine valleys, pine forests, and the sparkling Lidder River, has welcomed nearly 10 lakh visitors between April 2025 and April 2026. The impressive rebound is being viewed…