POLITICS
What's behind worrying surge in terror attacks in Kashmir: 'Attempt by Pak deep state to ...'
Nine people—including seven non-local labourers, an Army soldier, and a doctor—were killed in three separate terror attacks in Kashmir in October, signalling a resurgence of violence.
INDIA
Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi: Meet the face behind NC’s success in J&K elections
According to political analysts, the NC’s strong sentimental vote base in the Assembly elections largely centred around Mehdi’s consistent stance on Article 370
INDIA
Why J&K rejected jailed candidates, ex-militants and separatists: 'We couldn't win because ...'
In a three-phase assembly election in J&K, five former militants, four jailed separatist leaders, and ten candidates from the banned Jamaat-e-Islami faced humiliating defeats.
INDIA
7 big takeaways from J&K assembly election results
The alliance between the J&K National Conference and Congress is poised to form the government, with Omar Abdullah taking on the role of Chief Minister for the first time in the Union Territory.
INDIA
From Engineer Rashid to 'Freedom Chacha': Ex-militants, separatists go maintream in Jammu and Kashmir
Five former militants, four jailed separatist leaders, and ten candidates from the banned Jamaat-e-Islami outfit contested the three-phase J&K elections.
POLITICS
Why banned Jamaat-e-Islami made a comeback in J&K elections after 37 years
INDIA
Srinagar sees lowest voter turnout: 4 possible factors behind disengagement
Residents of Srinagar, J&K’s summer capital, opted to maintain the status quo by staying away from the polling booths.
TRENDS
Gautam Gambhir, Chris Gayle, Suresh Raina among legendary cricketers set to swing the bat in Kashmir Valley
Legends League Cricket 2024: Live cricket returns to Kashmir after 40 years, with players like Harbhajan Singh, Irfan Pathan, Dinesh Karthik, Shikhar Dhawan and former international stars like Australian opener Aaron Finch, and New Zealand’s Ross Taylor.
TRENDS
Top 5 offbeat places to visit in Kashmir to cool off, miles away from heat and humidity
Must-visit Kashmir valleys: Most tourists headed to the J&K Valley end up visiting the popular spots like Pahalgam, Sonamarg, Gulmarg, Dal Lake and Mughal Gardens. Yet, there are unseen gems that are way cooler, with pristine rivers, mountains and forests to explore. Here, we list five
INDIA
Tourist deluge sparks homestay boom in Kashmir, boosting rural tourism and employment
The homestay industry in J&K has seen massive growth with more than 1,485 homestays registered across J&K, offering more than 13,000 rooms for tourists.
LIFESTYLE
Marriages Made In Heaven: Why Kashmir can become the next big, fat wedding destination
Apart from the weather, Kashmir’s ample natural beauty — its blooming meadows, dense forests, crystal-clear lakes, and snow-capped mountains — has made it a popular wedding destination.
INDIA
Padma Shri a shot in the arm for the dying craft, says Kashmir’s award-winning woodcarving craftsman
Calling for government support, Ghulam Nabi Dar said there is a need to open woodcarving training centres to revive and sustain this traditional craft.
TRENDS
Kashmir architects resurrect 4 heritage techniques using local materials that are just right for the climate
Kashmiri building traditions: From Hammams with heated floors to wood wall-panelling and Khatamband ceilings made with local walnut wood laid in exquisite geometrical patterns, 4 techniques that are making a strong comeback - and with good reason.
INDIA
Snow and slowdown: Winter tourism, adventure sports in J&K hit
Tourist spots, especially those hosting winter-sport activities, are seeing trip cancellations and bookings. In fact, one snowboarding instructor told Moneycontrol that this winter season, he has not been able to work on a single day
TRENDS
75th Republic Day: Teen Rabab player, winner of PM Bal Puraskar, says he wants to revive Kashmiri folk music
Pradhan Mantri Bal Puraskar 2024: Kashmir’s youngest Rabab maestro, 13-year-old Ishfaq Hamid, who received the award on January 22, 2024, says he wants to revive traditional music.
INDIA
Here Comes The Sun: How solar energy could help warm Kashmir’s bitter winters
J&K and Ladakh have the second highest solar energy potential in India, but Kashmir is yet to harness the same to meet its energy requirements, which are especially high in winter.
ENVIRONMENT
Snowless Kashmir sparks concerns over key sectors, ecology and economy
It is Chillai Kalan, the 40-day harshest winter period in Kashmir and the people are still waiting for the first snowfall of the season.
TRENDS
Harissa: Why Kashmir eats this centuries-old winter delicacy and how it is made
Every year with the onset of winter the demand for Harissa, Kashmir traditional winter delicacy, increases.
INDIA
Kashmir’s picturesque border villages get new lease of life
Ceasefire along the LoC has created an environment of peace and prosperity for the border villages of J&K. This has also led to infrastructural development, a major one being the electrification of the villages for the first time ever. The villages are attracting tourists for the first time in over three decades.
ECONOMY-2
Year Ender 2023: J&K witnesses ‘record-breaking industrial, investments developments’ this year
While J&K recorded a highest ever industrial investment worth Rs 3,905.45, within a span of just 18 months, and project plans include a mega mall, 'Mall of Srinagar', but contrary to the government claims, Mir Shahid Kamli, president of Federation Chamber of Industries Kashmir, says there is no visible growth of industries on ground in Kashmir.
TRENDS
For New Year’s, visit these 7 top places in Jammu & Kashmir oozing with natural beauty
For the first time since India's independence, more than 20 million tourists have visited J&K this year, sealing its reputation as the most sought-after destination in India. Have you visited any of these places?
INDIA
Kashmir To Kochi: 9 J&K players shortlisted for IPL 2024 auctions
All nine players have participated in tryouts with IPL teams and are being auctioned for their base price of Rs 20 lakh.
TRENDS
Kashmiri Kahwa recipe to try, as cold wave prevails in Delhi, Punjab, Haryana
Kahwa is more nutritional than other forms of tea, says Kashmiri Unani doctor Hakeem Naseer Ahmad Shah, founder of Unani and Panchkarma Group of Hospitals.
INDIA
First direct rail service linking Kashmir with rest of country to open soon
The service will not only provide all-weather connectivity but also reduce travel time between Srinagar and Jammu from six hours to 3-4 hours. Kashmir’s fruit growers will also get better access to outside markets, freed from their reliance on NH44, which suffers frequent disruptions.
