News Topic:Tourism

Srinagar youths revive traditional horse cart rides to attract tourists

In yet another instance to revive the traditional mode of transportation, a few Srinagar youths have come up with a ‘Royal Horse Cart’ on the famous foreshore road.

J-K admin forms committees to identify land for 5-star hotels amid tourism surge

The J&K administration has constituted district-level committees to be headed by the concerned deputy commissioners to establish 5-star hotels in the Union Territory.

Snowfall in Kashmir parts sparks hope for tourism

Fresh snowfall in parts of Kashmir, especially higher reaches, on Friday has ignited hope of a revival of tourism and farming sectors in Kashmir.

Tourism Directorate plans to train 100 female tourist guides

Directorate of Tourism, Kashmir has decided to register more female tourist guides and impart professional training to them to upscale their skills.

Kashmir: A Journey of Unveiling Timeless Beauty & Unforgettable Experiences

Nestled amidst the grandeur of the Himalayas, Kashmir beckons as a canvas of timeless beauty waiting to be unveiled.

India’s G20 Presidency: An icing on the cake

In the present so-called multilateralism when new blocks emerge every day, India has a golden opportunity to exploit the opportunities created due to the G20 presidency.

Mehbooba accuses LG admin of settling outsiders in J-K

Mehbooba Mufti accused the UT administration of bringing people from outside under the garb of land for landless to change the region’s demography.

J-K Govt mandates ‘life-saving jackets’ for Shikaras in water bodies

J&K Government has taken a significant step to enhance the safety measures for tourists by making the use of 'life-saving jackets' mandatory for Shikara boats.

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Bait-ul-Ilm reading hall for exam preparation opens in Pulwama

An air-conditioned reading hall, Bait-ul-Ilm, aimed at providing study space for students preparing for competitive exams, was inaugurated on Saturday in Pulwama.
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10 years after 2014 floods, Kashmir remains uncertain about preparedness for future disasters

As September 7, 2024 marked the 10th anniversary of the 2014 floods, the scars remain vivid, with lingering questions about the effectiveness of flood management.

J-K Assembly Polls: Political parties avoid naming CM candidates amid uncertain outcomes

With the ground set for Jammu and Kashmir Assembly elections, political parties are entering the fray without naming a chief ministerial candidate.

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Er Rashid’s surprising rise amid political comeback behind bars

Engineer Abdul Rashid once pushed to the sidelines, has become a key figure in the Valley's political talks. Interestingly, he's doing it all from inside Tihar Jail.

Plight of Kashmir’s highly educated youth in a jobless reality

Their melancholic tales don't end here, but some of them have old-aged parents to look after and few are married too.