News Topic:Tourism

CM Omar calls on PM Modi, seeks early restoration of J&K statehood

Chief Minister Omar Abdullah met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on Thursday and discussed a range of issues concerning the Union Territory.

Traders pin hopes on tourism revival as Srinagar market sales hit ‘historic lows’

Business activity in Srinagar’s Central Market, Aabi Guzar and Lampered Lane at Regal Chowk has plunged to alarming levels.

16 parks at tourist hotspots reopen in Kashmir

Several parks at tourist destinations across Jammu and Kashmir, including those in Pahalgam, were reopened on Tuesday, officials said.

Pahalgam Aftermath: Shikaras empty as visitor numbers plummet

Dal Lake still glistens under the sun, but the silence on its surface tells a different story. Shikaras, once busy ferrying tourists, now drift idle.

India’s top-notch entrepreneur bats for revival of Kashmir tourism

India’s top-notch entrepreneur, Shaadi Dot Com founder and Shark Tank India judge, Anupam Mittal has booked his ticket to Kashmir.

Kashmir safe, time to support its economy: Civil Aviation Minister

Union Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu on Thursday appealed to people across the country to visit Kashmir again, saying it is time to support the valley's economy.

Pahalgam attack severely impacts tourism, thousands jobless

The last month's massacre of tourists at Pahalgam in the Kashmir Valley has severely impacted the region’s economy, leading to job losses.

J&K shuts 48 of tourist destinations amid security concerns

Authorities in Jammu and Kashmir have "closed" at least four dozen resorts and tourist destinations across the Valley amid security concerns, officials said on Tuesday.

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J&K celebrates 80th Independence Day, LG and CM extend greetings

Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah extended greetings to the people of Jammu and Kashmir on the occasion of the 80th Independence Day.

A Beginner’s Guide to Nifty 100 Small Cap Stocks

Nifty 100 index consists of 100 top companies in terms of market capitalisation in India, which include large-value companies from all industries.

Kulgam Horticulture Department offers 50% subsidy on anti-hail nets for orchardists

Kulgam's Horticulture Department is providing anti-hail nets to orchardists at 50% subsidy, with assistance so far crossing ₹1.30 lakh to protect fruit crops.

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Locals pool funds to send Jharkhand labourer home after mother’s death

Residents of Kadipora area in Anantnag district pooled money and arranged transportation for a labourer from Jharkhand after learning that his mother had died back home.

India’s E20 Ethanol Mandate: Progress, Pitfalls and Public Backlash

India’s ambitious push toward a 20% ethanol-blended fuel, known as E20, is facing significant backlash from vehicle owners and environmentalists.