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Frozen Dal Lake to Sonamarg Tunnel: Kashmir's winter magic awaits brave tourists

Winter bliss in Kashmir: Dal Lake and Sonamarg Tunnel make headlines; winter wonderland in the Valley draw tourists.

Tourists around the Dal lake take in the frozen view of the water body in Srinagar, Kashmir.(PTI)
Updated on Jan 13, 2025 06:20 PM IST
ANI | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, Srinagar (jammu & Kashmir) [india]

Skiing in Gulmarg, snow trails in Sonamarg: Hottest destinations in Kashmir

Kashmir’s Chillai-Kalan ushers in stunning snowy landscapes: Check out these must-visit spots in the Valley after the first snowfall

Kashmir: People walk during the first snowfall of the season in Srinagar, India on Friday , 27 December 2024. (Photo By Waseem Andrabi /Hindustan Times)
Updated on Dec 27, 2024 07:48 PM IST
PTI | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, Srinagar

Inside Diljit Dosanjh's Kashmir trip: Shikara rides, sipping kahwa and more

Take a cue from Diljit Dosanjh’s Kashmir diaries. From serene shikara rides on Dal Lake to savoring kahwa, here’s your guide to must-do experiences in paradise.

Diljit Dosanjh's recent trip to Kashmir features stunning landscapes, traditional experiences and local interactions.(Instagram/@diljitdosanjh)
Updated on Dec 17, 2024 06:29 PM IST

Srinagar freezes at -4.1 degrees Celsius, the cold wave boosts tourism

Srinagar experiences a cold wave with temperatures plummeting to -4.1°C, boosting local tourism.

A cyclists rides on a slippery snow covered road after a brief snowfall in Srinagar, Indian controlled Kashmir.(AP)
Published on Dec 07, 2024 12:56 PM IST
ANI |

What is Uber Shikara, India's first water transport service launched in Kashmir?

The Uber Shikara is Asia's first water transport service and follows similar offerings in European cities like Venice.

Uber launches India’s first water transport service, offering shikara bookings on its app. (X- @Uber_India)
Updated on Dec 02, 2024 10:55 PM IST

Lake Man bats for natural methods to revive Dharamshala’s Dal

After surveying Dal Lake, Anand Malligavad, known as the “Lake Man“ on Tuesday met with officials from various departments to discuss the lake’s restoration

Dharamshala’s Da Lake has dried up.l (File)
Published on Nov 06, 2024 11:21 AM IST
By, Dharamshala

Dal revival in focus as ‘Lake Man’ arrives in Dharamshala

The Lake Man, Anand Malligavad, surveyed the lake area along with some officials and tourism stakeholders. He also met the locals residing near the lake.

The lake’s desiccation has drawn strong reactions from locals due to its religious significance for the community. (File)
Updated on Nov 05, 2024 07:06 AM IST
By, Dharamshala

Omar kicks off Kashmir international marathon

Jammu and Kashmir CM Omar Abdullah completed his first half-marathon, joining 2,000 athletes in an international marathon to promote the region.

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah takes part in the Kashmir Marathon 2024, in Srinagar, on Sunday. (PTI)
Updated on Oct 20, 2024 07:46 PM IST
ByAshiq Hussian, Srinagar

Kangra administration dials ‘Lake Man’ to help revive Dharamshala’s Dal

Kangra deputy commissioner Hemraj Bairwa said they were seeking a sustainable and long-lasting solution to prevent the lake from drying up

Locals during a drive to rescue fish from the drying Dal Lake in Dharamshala. (File)
Published on Oct 15, 2024 09:51 PM IST
By, Dharamshala

Locals irked as Dharamshala Dal Lake dries up again

Dal Lake's drying has sparked local outrage due to its cultural significance. Fish were relocated as seepage worsens, raising concerns over ineffective restoration efforts.

Local residents during a drive to rescue fish from the drying water body. (HT )
Updated on Oct 10, 2024 09:24 AM IST
By, Dharamshala

PM Modi to visit Srinagar on International Yoga Day on June 21

Around 3,000 to 4,000 people will attend Yoga day at the Sher-e-Kashmir International Convention Centre (SKICC) on the banks of Dal Lake

Prime Minister Narendra Modi (HT File Photo)(HT_PRINT)
Updated on Jun 13, 2024 12:32 AM IST
ByMir Ehsan, Srinagar

Asia’s largest tulip garden thrown open to public in Srinagar

The Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden, earlier known as Siraj Bagh, was opened for the public as tulips of different colours have started to bloom, Floriculture department officials said

A total of 73 varieties of tulips will be on display at the Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden in Srinagar (Waseem Andrabi/HT)
Updated on Mar 24, 2024 05:28 AM IST
By, Srinagar

In a first, Formula 4 demo run in Srinagar

The city witnessed its first ever Formula-4 car racing event on the banks of Dal Lake in Srinagar on Sunday with some drivers captivating the onlookers with their stunts even as the ‘shikaras’ (pleasure boats) continued to shimmer the tranquil lake waters.

A participant at the Formula-4 Indian Racing Festival 2024 near the Dal Lake in Srinagar on Sunday. (PTI)
Updated on Mar 18, 2024 05:48 AM IST
ByAshiq Hussain, Srinagar

J-K: Shikaras decorated in colours of Indian flag create a visual treat

Rooftops of 120 'shikara' boats on Dal Lake were decorated in the colours of the Indian flag by the Srinagar District Administration to commemorate the 75th Republic Day.

HT Image
Published on Jan 27, 2024 08:26 AM IST
ANI |

Tourists, locals make beeline for temples in Srinagar

Scores of people, including tourists, locals from Hindu community and security personnel, visited various temples in capital Srinagar and other parts of the valley.

Devotees arrive to offer prayers at the Shankaracharya Temple on the occasion of Ayodhya Ram Mandir 'Pran Pratishtha' ceremony, in Srinagar on Monday. (PTI)
Updated on Jan 22, 2024 10:49 PM IST
By, Srinagar

Srinagar city records coldest night of season thus far

Srinagar city records coldest night of season thus far

HT Image
Published on Jan 07, 2024 11:10 AM IST
PTI |

Water bodies across Kashmir freeze, minimum stays below freezing point

Water bodies across Kashmir freeze, minimum stays below freezing point

HT Image
Published on Jan 02, 2024 10:26 AM IST
PTI |

Cold continues to grip Valley

The summer capital Srinagar witnessed a freezing temperature of minus 5.2 degrees Celsius, some 3.1 notches below normal on the intervening night of Sunday and Monday

A thin sheet of ice forms on the upper layer of the Dal Lake in Srinagar on Monday (ANI)
Updated on Jan 02, 2024 06:00 AM IST
ByAshiq Hussain, Srinagar

Winter wonderland in J&K: Tourists delight in frozen Dal Lake shikara rides

With events like the Snowfall festival and the upcoming Winter Carnival scheduled the tourist footfall in Kashmir is expected to hit record numbers this winter.

A view of a boat ambulance with siren and speakers at Dal Lake, in Srinagar on Thursday. Winter wonderland in Jammu and Kashmir: Tourists delight in frozen Dal Lake shikara rides (ANI Photo/Shilpa Thakur)
Published on Dec 22, 2023 04:42 PM IST
ANI | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, Srinagar (jammu And Kashmir) [india]

J&K: 3 tourists killed, several houseboats charred in Dal Lake blaze in Srinagar

Several adjoining huts were also damaged in the fire incident that began from a houseboat at Dal Lake in Jammu and Kashmir’s Srinagar on Saturday morning

The charred bodies of the three tourists, including a woman, have been recovered. (ANI)
Published on Nov 11, 2023 08:24 PM IST
ByMir Ehsan

VIDEO | Massive fire destroys at least 5 houseboats in Srinagar's Dal Lake

Special teams from the fire services department rushed to the scene to control the blaze.

At least five houseboats were destroyed in fire at Srinagar's Dal Lake.
Published on Nov 11, 2023 09:24 AM IST
Reported by Mir Ehsan | Written by Kunal Gaurav

Pristine 5.1km Dal Lake front to open before winters: Officials

The development of the northern front of the Dal Lake was going on under the umbrella of Srinagar Smart City Project, which started early this year and is expected to be completed by November end

Pristine 5.1km Dal Lake front to open before winters: Officials
Updated on Oct 06, 2023 07:28 AM IST
ByAshiq Hussain, Srinagar

Shikara owners instructed to keep life jackets handy

The Jammu and Kashmir government on Tuesday made ‘life saving jackets’ mandatory for Shikara boats in Dal and Nigeen lakes besides other water bodies of the region; while many are hailing the move in view of safety, Shikara owners, many of who are poor and earn hand to mouth, sought government’s financial help in procuring the life-saving jackets

G20 delegates enjoying a Shikara ride in Dal Lake, in Srinagar . (ANI File)
Updated on May 31, 2023 12:40 AM IST
ByAshiq Hussain, Srinagar

Discovery of predator alligator fish in Srinagar’s Dal Lake triggers surprise

Lakes Conservation Management Authority’s research and monitoring in-charge Masood Ahmad said they will check with the fisheries department and SKUAST how will the presence of the fish impact the lake and its ecosystem

Discovery of alligator gar, a non-native predator fish mostly found in North America, in Srinagar’s Dal Lake on Thursday not only surprised experts in Kashmir, but also triggered a flurry of humorous reactions owing to its alligator-like head and pointed teeth. (HT Photo)
Updated on May 13, 2023 05:06 AM IST
ByAshiq Hussain, Srinagar

3.65 lakh and counting, Kashmir’s Tulip garden abuzz with visitors

Officials said over 3.65 lakh tourists including domestic as well as locals visited the tulip garden in in Sirnagar, Kashmir, this year since its opening on March 19; last year, the garden, set up in 2006, had recorded the then high of 3.6 lakh.

The tulip garden in Sirnagar, Kashmir, has drawn over 3.65 lakh tourists since its opening on March 1 this year. (HT File)
Updated on Apr 20, 2023 10:27 AM IST
ByAshiq Hussain, Srinagar

Srinagar’s iconic Lal Chowk in for facelift as city readies for G20

The 24x7 bustle, however, augers well for the future as Srinagar readies the impending G20 summit meetings likely to be held in the last week of May; 10-day deadline set

The clock tower at Srinagar’s Lal Chowk, the main attraction of the area, is also set to be redesigned as part of the project. (HT File)
Updated on Apr 13, 2023 11:55 AM IST
ByMir Ehsan, Srinagar

To attract tourists, Himachal mulls introducing shikaras, houseboats

Himachal Tourism’s proposal to start cruise, houseboats and shikaras at the Maharana Pratap Sagar (Pong Dam) in Kangra district on the analogy of Kashmir’s Dal Lake might become a major tourist attraction in north India, says director, tourism, Amit Kashyap

To compete with water tourism in Kashmir, the Himachal Pradesh government is contemplating to introduce shikaras, houseboats and cruise boats in its major water bodies which are mainly the reservoirs of the hydropower projects, besides promoting the water sports. (ANI File Photo)
Updated on Apr 11, 2023 12:34 AM IST
ByGaurav Bisht/Naresh K Thakur, Shimla

Kashmir couple escapes unhurt after blast in car on Boulevard road

While the couple escaped unhurt after blast in car on Boulevard road, police stated that the blast looked like the result of equipment failure in the car.The police said that the blast took place in the rear of a Honda city vehicle on the Boulevard road in the afternoon.

A mysterious blast in a car driven by an elderly couple created panic on Boulevard road on the banks of Dal Lake in Srinagar on Sunday, officials said. (HT File Photo/Representational image)
Updated on Apr 03, 2023 01:02 AM IST
By, Srinagar

Srinagar's Zabarwan Park hosts hot air balloon rides, raise tourists' experience

The hot air balloon is said to have the capacity to hold four people besides the captain, ensuring a breathtaking view of the Zabarwan Mountains and Dal Lake in Jammu and Kashmir's Srinagar.

Srinagar's Zabarwan Park hosts hot air balloon rides, raise tourists' experience (Twitter/basiitzargar)
Updated on Jun 02, 2022 06:40 PM IST
ANI | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, Srinagar (jammu And Kashmir) [india]

J&K tourism department organises 7-day long food festival at Tulip Garden

The food festival has a number of stalls that provide traditional cuisine known as Wazwan, traditional bread counters along with famous sweet hot drinks like saffron kehwa.

The Department of Tourism in Jammu and Kashmir is holding a 7-day traditional and cultural food festival in Srinagar at the Tulip Garden to attract tourists.(ANI)
Published on Apr 01, 2022 03:53 PM IST
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