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 […]
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Kashmir’s Golden Pause
Autumn in Kashmir is more than a season—it’s a dialogue between memory and renewal. As chinar leaves turn to embers and orchards hum with life, the Valley finds quiet lessons in resilience, gratitude, and letting go. By Bareen Hilal Autumn in Kashmir is never just a season; it’s an emotion, a memory, and a moment […]
Hazrat Baba Ji Sahib Larvi (RA)
By Rayees Ahmad Kumar Hazrat Baba Ji Sahib Larvi (RA), whose real name was Ubaidullah, was born in Sanjoda Sharif, located in the Balakote tehsil of Hazara district, now part of Pakistan, in 1200 AH (approximately early 19th century). His birth was not merely an event in a family lineage but a moment foreseen by […]
Chrysanthemum Garden Adds Colour to Kashmir’s Autumn
The Chrysanthemum Garden at the Nehru Memorial Botanical Garden (NMBG) in Srinagar has blossomed into Jammu and Kashmir’s newest autumn spectacle, sparking excitement among tourists, gardeners, and city residents alike. Launched on October 25, 2025, as Bagh-e-Gul-e-Dawood, this vibrant attraction is not just a celebration of flowers, but a testament to the region’s renewed push […]
Autumn’s Magic in the Valley
By Mool Raj Kashmir Valley, a name that evokes beauty and serenity, remains one of the most enchanting landscapes in the world. With its lush green forests, snow-clad mountains, sprawling meadows, crystal-clear waters, cascading waterfalls, and countless natural springs, the valley stands as a living painting crafted by nature itself. Blessed with unmatched bounty, this […]
Dedani: A Serene Gem in Doda’s Cultural Heartland
By Mool Raj Located in the serene Marmat valley of Doda district, the village of Dedani is a place where faith, folklore, and nature intertwine beautifully. About 30 kilometers from the district headquarters, this picturesque hamlet, surrounded by deodar and kail forests, is home to the revered Durga Mata Temple — a sacred shrine that […]
The Sacred Trek of Kailash Kund
By Mool Raj High in the Pir Panjal mountains of Jammu and Kashmir, where clouds kiss jagged peaks and the air carries the scent of pine and snow, lies one of the Chenab Valley’s most ancient and sacred pilgrimages: the Kailash Kund Yatra. Every year, thousands of devotees undertake this arduous journey to reach Kailash […]
J&K ACB Nabs Two Forest Officials for Demanding ₹11,000 Bribe
Srinagar, June 05: Anti Corruption Bureau received a complaint alleging therein that public servants namely Surinder Kumar, posted as B.O (Deputy Forester) in the Range Office, Kalidhar, Block Chowki Choura (now under transfer) and Kewal Krishan, then posted as Forest Guard with the said Dy. Forester (now posted at Forest Check Post Bridge, Akhnoor), demanded […]
DC reviews progress under HADP, establishment & functioning of KKGs in Kishtwar District
KISHTWAR, MAY 30: District Development Commissioner (DDC) Rajesh Kumar Shavan today assessed the achievement under Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP) besides the establishment and functioning of Kissan Khidmat Ghars (KKGs) here at a meeting. Chief Agriculture Officer Kushal Chandel, who also serves as Nodal Officer HADP, provided a detailed update, highlighting that 29 projects under […]
Tourism Stakeholders meet new CEO Bhaderwah Development Authority; Suggests measures for boosting local Tourism
BHADERWAH, MAY 30: In a significant step towards revitalizing tourism in the region, the Bhaderwah Development Authority (BDA) held a meeting at Tilligarh Resort, Bhadarwah. The meeting brought together tourism stakeholders including hoteliers, guest house owners, homestay operators, travel agents and other service providers to interact with the newly appointed Chief Executive Officer of BDA, […]