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Tourism Collapse in Kashmir After Pahalgam Attack: Why Parliament Must Rise in Solidarity

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Tourism Collapse in Kashmir After Pahalgam Attack: Why Parliament Must Rise in Solidarity

Kashmir’s Tourism Crisis After Pahalgam Attack: A Call for National Solidarity from Parliament By: Javid Amin | Srinagar | 03 July 2025 When Silence Becomes a Second Attack The air in Kashmir is quieter now—not because of peace, but because the usual hum of tourists has disappeared. The houseboats that once rocked gently under the laughter of honeymooners lie deserted. Hotels that thrived on group bookings now face cancellation after cancellation. Taxi drivers, pony owners, and local artisans stare at empty streets, waiting for a visitor who never arrives. This…

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National Tour Operators Rally Behind Kashmir’s Tourism Revival After Pahalgam Attack

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National Tour Operators Rally Behind Kashmir’s Tourism Revival After Pahalgam Attack

Kashmir Stands Strong, and So Does India’s Tourism Community By: Javid Amin Srinagar, April 26: In a remarkable display of unity, strength, and resilience, India’s national tour operators have pledged unwavering support to Kashmir’s tourism industry in the wake of the devastating Pahalgam terror attack that tragically claimed 26 innocent tourist lives. The incident, which sent shockwaves across India and the world, has only strengthened the determination of tourism stakeholders to rebuild confidence, trust, and peace in Kashmir — often referred to as the Paradise on Earth. During a heartfelt press…

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Echoes of Silence: Empty Streets, Deserted Hotels, A Valley in Mourning

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Echoes of Silence: Empty Streets, Deserted Hotels, A Valley in Mourning

Kashmir’s Economic Heart Bleeds: A Valley in Crisis​ By: Javid AminSrinagar, April 24, 2025 : Kashmir, often referred to as “Paradise on Earth,” has long captivated travelers with its breathtaking landscapes and rich cultural heritage. In early 2025, the region witnessed a significant surge in tourism, with over 525,000 visitors flocking to its valleys in just the first three months. This influx brought renewed hope to the local economy, heavily reliant on tourism.​ However, the serenity was shattered on April 22, 2025, when a devastating terror attack in Pahalgam claimed the…

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A Chill in the Digital Air: Kashmiris Face Legal Action for Social Media Posts as Supreme Court Prepares to Rule on Article 370

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A Chill in the Digital Air: Kashmiris Face Legal Action for Social Media Posts as Supreme Court Prepares to Rule on Article 370

A recent police order under the CrPC suggested that the posting of content could potentially trigger a communal frenzy, promote terrorism and separatism, and ‘will be a legal offence’ in J&K The Jammu and Kashmir Police launched a crackdown on netizens and booked scores in Kashmir ahead of the Supreme Court’s verdict on Article 370. A police spokesperson said one person from north Kashmir’s Baramulla faced legal proceedings for his social media posts. “The [legal] action is in response to his uploading hateful videos containing inflammatory and seditious statements on social…

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