Spring has officially arrived in the Valley. With a staggering 1.8 million blooms, over 70 floral varieties, and new digital upgrades for visitors, Asia’s largest tulip garden is now open. By Ajaz Rashid Spring has officially arrived in the breathtaking Kashmir Valley, bringing with it a spectacular riot of colors that has transformed the landscape […]
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J&K: A Hidden Gem in the Making for All-Season Tourism
Jammu and Kashmir Tourism Department Aims to Make the Union Territory a Must-Visit Destination By Mukhtar Ahmad Jammu and Kashmir has the potential to be an all-season tourist destination, according to tourism experts. However, the state’s tourism department needs a significant uplift to fully tap its potential. Jammu and Kashmir Tourism Jammu and Kashmir is […]
A Journey to the Sacred Waters of Mansar Lake
As Jammu and Kashmir positions itself as a premier destination for eco-spiritual tourism, Mansar Lake stands at the forefront of this transformation. By Mool Raj Tucked within the emerald folds of the Shivalik range, Mansar Lake remains the undisputed crown jewel of the Duggar region, serving as a living testament to the harmony between nature […]
Guldanda’s White Gold
How a High-Altitude Meadow is Redefining Bhaderwah Tourism By Mool Raj Perched at a staggering altitude of ten thousand feet, the Guldanda meadow in the Bhaderwah region of Jammu and Kashmir has transformed into a veritable winter wonderland, effectively ending a disheartening two-month dry spell that had gripped the Chenab Valley. This scenic locale, often […]
Doda: The Hidden Soul of the Middle Himalayas
While the plains swelter under the summer sun, a quiet revolution of cool air and emerald meadows awaits in the Chenab Valley. From the “Mini Kashmir” of Bhaderwah to the high-altitude thrills of Padri Pass, we explore why Doda is the ultimate sanctuary for the soul seeking respite. By Mool Raj In the sweltering heart […]
Year 2025: How J&K Moved Forward
From governance reforms and infrastructure milestones to tourism revival and social welfare, 2025 marked a year of steady movement for Jammu & Kashmir. As the sun sets over the peaks of the Zabarwan Range this December, the reflection on the waters of the Dal Lake carries more than just the golden hue of winter. For […]
The Longest Chill
In the heart of the Himalayas, the arrival of Chillai Kalan on December 21 marks more than just a date on the calendar; it signals the commencement of a forty-day trial of spirit and survival that defines the Kashmiri identity. This period of “Major Cold,” stretching until the end of January, is characterized by a […]
Kashmir’s Winter Smog
As winter deepens across Kashmir, a silent but potent threat is tightening its grip on the Valley: worsening air pollution. What was once considered a seasonal inconvenience has now emerged as a full-blown public health crisis, driven by a dangerous cocktail of prolonged dry weather, traffic congestion, biomass burning, and unchecked construction dust. Across urban […]
Kashmir’s Saffron on the Brink
A disastrous season leaves Kashmir’s saffron growers staring at empty fields and a fading legacy. This is the year Pampore’s purple turned pale. By Jahangeer Ganaie In the sun-baked plateau of Pampore, where autumn usually unfurls a purple-tinged carpet of saffron blossoms, despair has taken root instead. Growers in Kashmir’s famed saffron belt say 2025 […]
Tulip Garden Gears Up for 2026 Bloom
Floriculture teams begin sowing as the first batch of Holland bulbs arrives, setting the stage for another vibrant tulip season in Kashmir. By Chasfeeda Shah As Kashmir slips deeper into winter and soil temperatures tumble across the Valley, the Floriculture Department is already in spring mode. Preparations at the Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden — […]