J&K tourism draws 1.61 crore visitors: LG Manoj Sinha
Jammu, January 27,2026- Jammu and Kashmir recorded an impressive 1.61 crore tourist arrivals during the year, despite facing major challenges such as the Pahalgam terror attack and devastating floods in parts of the Union Territory, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha said. Addressing a public function, the Lieutenant Governor said the steady tourist inflow reflects the resilience […]
Kashmir peaceful under PM Narendra Modi: Amit Shah
Kashmir,November 9, 2025- In a resounding endorsement of the Narendra Modi government’s security policies, Union Home Minister Amit Shah declared on Saturday that Jammu and Kashmir has achieved unprecedented peace under Prime Minister Modi’s leadership. Speaking at a public rally in Katihar, Bihar, Shah contrasted the current stability with what he described as the unchecked […]
Kashmir Marathon 2025 draws global runners in show of unity
Srinagar, November 2, 2025 – In a vibrant display of endurance, unity, and defiance against adversity, the second edition of the Kashmir Marathon 2025 was flagged off today from Polo View in Srinagar, drawing over 1,500 runners from across India and the world. Participants from 27 states and Union Territories (UTs) of India, along with athletes from 11 countries, braved the […]
J&K calm & open for business: CM Omar urges equal tourism-industrial growth
Srinagar, September 21, 2025 – Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday asserted that Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) is calm, peaceful, and fully open for business, dismissing recent security concerns as aberrations rather than the norm. Addressing the fourth meeting of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Northern Regional Council 2025-26 in Srinagar, he urged industry leaders […]
J&K CM Omar Abdullah backs TAAK at 17th AGM in Gulmarg, vows to reopen closed tourist sites
Gulmarg, September 19, 2025 – Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today addressed the 17th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Travel Agents Association of Kashmir (TAAK) at the newly inaugurated Gulmarg Convention Centre, lauding the vital role of travel agents in promoting J&K tourism and assuring them of full government support amid ongoing challenges in the sector. Accompanied by Advisor to CM Nasir Aslam Wani and MLA […]
NIA: Pahalgam’s Baisaran targeted for high tourist traffic, remote location
Kashmir, August 28, 2025 – In a significant revelation from the ongoing investigation into the deadly Pahalgam terror attack, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) has disclosed that the terrorists deliberately selected the picturesque Baisaran meadow near Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir due to its heavy tourist footfall, relative isolation, and the anticipated delay in security response […]
LG Manoj Sinha hails ICC Srinagar retreat as defiance of terrorism, boost for J&K’s economy
Srinagar, August 24, 2025 – The Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC) held its centenary retreat in Srinagar, a landmark event that Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha hailed as a bold statement against terrorism and a testament to India’s unyielding spirit. The gathering, attended by industry leaders, policymakers, and stakeholders, underscored Jammu and Kashmir’s (J&K) growing prominence as […]
J&K LG Manoj Sinha greets people on Independence Day
Srinagar, August 14, 2025: On the eve of India’s 79th Independence Day, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha extended his warmest greetings to the people of Jammu and Kashmir. In a heartfelt message, he emphasized unity, patriotism, and the sacrifices of freedom fighters, urging citizens to honor the nation’s tricolor and contribute to a terror-free, prosperous Union […]
LG Manoj Sinha felicitates 79 cyclists in BSF’s ‘Pedal for Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat’ rally
Srinagar, August 12, 2025: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today felicitated 79 cyclists who participated in the ‘Pedal for Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat’ rally, organized by the Border Security Force (BSF) as part of India’s 79th Independence Day celebrations. The 79-km cycle rally, comprising 40 local youth and 39 BSF personnel, started from the BSF Campus […]
J&K LG Manoj Sinha showcases New Kashmir on Aapki Adalat
Srinagar, August 10, 2025 – Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, in a compelling Aapki Adalat episode on India TV, passionately defended his transformative leadership, declaring “a new Kashmir” where startups replace street violence and tourism thrives. Hosted by Rajat Sharma and judged by Retired Lieutenant General Devendra Pratap Pandey, Sinha addressed allegations of […]