The Jammu and Kashmir tourism department has announced huge discounts and offers for tourists coming to the Kashmir valley. A slash of around 40 per cent slash has been announced on the rates of hotels and&nbsp;houseboats.&nbsp;

This discount is being given as a Diwali gift. As a result of these offers, Kashmir tourism is picking up in the Autumn season after years of stagnation. The fall season has seen a record number of tourist arrivals and bookings for the first time in many years.&nbsp;

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''The government did the promotions in different parts of the country. There was a houseboat show organised which also helped. Diwali is around the corner and there is another celebration called Sindhu Darshan. We are getting a lot of queries about that too. We are expecting a lot of tourists in the festive season. We have special discounts, around 40 per cent of the discount for tourists staying in houseboats. The people around the world had a financial crunch and that's why we are giving such offers. It will help the Kashmir tourism industry'' said Manzoor Ahmad Pakhtoon, Vice President, Houseboat Association Kashmir.&nbsp;

The tourists who are in Kashmir are welcoming the step taken by the government to provide offers and discounts. At around 50 per cent occupancy already, stakeholders expect it to grow even more in the coming days. Tourists in the valley are already enjoying and taking advantage of these offers.&nbsp;

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''Kashmir is nothing like what we see in the news. It's beautiful and the people are amazing, the food is great. Tourists should come here and visit. It's nothing that we think of it. But once we came here we realized how beautiful it is. The 40 per cent discount given by the tourism industry is amazing. It's the best place to come'' said Monu Grewal, a tourist.&nbsp;

Tourists are also asking others to visit the valley during this festive season.&nbsp;

''Kashmir is beyond words. Every tourist needs to enjoy the beauty of this place and the government has given huge discounts for tourists to come here and people need to visit. Kashmir and Diwali celebrations are adding more to the festive season. We are enjoying the Shikaras, the beauty of this place'' says Kush Kant, another tourist.

Additionally, the government of Jammu and Kashmir is also making preparations for winter tourism. This season will also feature special winter sports activities.&nbsp;

The Jammu and Kashmir tourism department has announced huge discounts and offers for tourists coming to the Kashmir valley. A slash of around 40 per cent slash has been announced on the rates of hotels and houseboats.

The Jammu and Kashmir tourism department has announced huge discounts and offers for tourists coming to the Kashmir valley. A slash of around 40 per cent slash has been announced on the rates of hotels and houseboats. This discount is being given as a Diwali gift. As a result of these offers, Kashmir tourism is picking up in the Autumn season after years of stagnation. The fall season has seen a record number of tourist arrivals and bookings for the first time in many years. Also read | Diwali Muhurat trading 2021: Check date, timing, and other details ''The government did the promotions in different parts of the country. There was a houseboat show organised which also helped. Diwali is around the corner and there is another celebration called Sindhu Darshan. We are getting a lot of queries about that too. We are expecting a lot of tourists in the festive season. We have special discounts, around 40 per cent of the discount for tourists staying in houseboats. The people around the world had a financial crunch and that's why we are giving such offers. It will help the Kashmir tourism industry'' said Manzoor Ahmad Pakhtoon, Vice President, Houseboat Association Kashmir. The tourists who are in Kashmir are welcoming the step taken by the government to provide offers and discounts. At around 50 per cent occupancy already, stakeholders expect it to grow even more in the coming days. Tourists in the valley are already enjoying and taking advantage of these offers. Also read | India: Kashmir gets its first floating cinema, famous Bollywood film 'Kashmir Ki Kali' played on big screen ''Kashmir is nothing like what we see in the news. It's beautiful and the people are amazing, the food is great. Tourists should come here and visit. It's nothing that we think of it. But once we came here we realized how beautiful it is. The 40 per cent discount given by the tourism industry is amazing. It's the best place to come'' said Monu Grewal, a tourist. Tourists are also asking others to visit the valley during this festive season. ''Kashmir is beyond words. Every tourist needs to enjoy the beauty of this place and the government has given huge discounts for tourists to come here and people need to visit. Kashmir and Diwali celebrations are adding more to the festive season. We are enjoying the Shikaras, the beauty of this place'' says Kush Kant, another tourist. Additionally, the government of Jammu and Kashmir is also making preparations for winter tourism. This season will also feature special winter sports activities.

Kashmir tourism industry announces special discounts on Diwali, tourist inflow increases

It's been decades since the closure of movie theatres in the Kashmir Valley and now, the Jammu and Kashmir government has started the first of its kind, an open-air theatre in the middle of Dal Lake. On the inauguration day, the famous Bollywood film 'Kashmir Ki Kali' was played on the big screen. 'Kashmir ki Kali' was shot in Kashmir in 1964.&nbsp;

The Jammu and Kashmir Tourism department in collaboration with Smart City Srinagar and Mission Youth J&amp;K have started this theatre.&nbsp;

"We started an open theatre in the middle of Dal Lake. People can see movies while sitting in shikaras. It's a novel idea. And there would be a movie about houseboats running in this theatre to give tourists an insight. We will do a laser show around it too. This will give a lot of confidence to the houseboat community and help in growing tourism in the Kashmir Valley," said Director Tourism, G N Itoo.&nbsp;

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The government also inaugurated a laser show at Dal Lake. A gallery displaying old testimonials, periodicals and photographs depicting old pictures of houseboats in river Jhelum and Dal Lake, Kashmiri Culture and traditional cuisine were also put up for the locals and tourists. A fleet of shikaras and houseboats were kept available for tourists to join the celebrations and witness laser shows and films.&nbsp;

"I am feeling great. It's India's first floating cinema and It's a beautiful experience. We are enjoying it a lot. Srinagar is a must-visit place to come. We should recommend this to everyone and no one should be afraid to come here," said Aakshama, a tourist.&nbsp;

On the occasion, a shikara rally with shining lights was organised and it passed through Nehru Park to Kabootar Khana with local artists singing and dancing Kashmiri songs.&nbsp;

It's been decades since the closure of movie theatres in the Kashmir Valley and now, the Jammu and Kashmir government has started the first of its kind, an open-air theatre in the middle of Dal Lake.

It's been decades since the closure of movie theatres in the Kashmir Valley and now, the Jammu and Kashmir government has started the first of its kind, an open-air theatre in the middle of Dal Lake. On the inauguration day, the famous Bollywood film 'Kashmir Ki Kali' was played on the big screen. 'Kashmir ki Kali' was shot in Kashmir in 1964. The Jammu and Kashmir Tourism department in collaboration with Smart City Srinagar and Mission Youth J&K have started this theatre. "We started an open theatre in the middle of Dal Lake. People can see movies while sitting in shikaras. It's a novel idea. And there would be a movie about houseboats running in this theatre to give tourists an insight. We will do a laser show around it too. This will give a lot of confidence to the houseboat community and help in growing tourism in the Kashmir Valley," said Director Tourism, G N Itoo. ALSO READ | Will act inside Pakistan against terrorists if needed, Indian defence minister warns The government also inaugurated a laser show at Dal Lake. A gallery displaying old testimonials, periodicals and photographs depicting old pictures of houseboats in river Jhelum and Dal Lake, Kashmiri Culture and traditional cuisine were also put up for the locals and tourists. A fleet of shikaras and houseboats were kept available for tourists to join the celebrations and witness laser shows and films. "I am feeling great. It's India's first floating cinema and It's a beautiful experience. We are enjoying it a lot. Srinagar is a must-visit place to come. We should recommend this to everyone and no one should be afraid to come here," said Aakshama, a tourist. On the occasion, a shikara rally with shining lights was organised and it passed through Nehru Park to Kabootar Khana with local artists singing and dancing Kashmiri songs.

India: Kashmir gets its first floating cinema, famous Bollywood film 'Kashmir Ki Kali' played on big screen

The Indian Air Force and Indian Army on Wednesday commemorated the 75th ‘Infantry Day’ when the Indian armed forces arrived in Srinagar to repel attacks from Pakistan, after Jammu and Kashmir (J&amp;K) decided to join the Indian union.

It was on this day 75 years ago in 1947 that the air force first landed in Budgam to thwart Pakistani militants from entering the Indian territory to stoke up secessionist movement following the partition of India.

October 27 is celebrated as the ‘Infantry Day’ by the Indian Army to commemorate the arrival of the Indian Army at Badgam Airfield to protect Jammu &amp; Kashmir after the ‘Instrument of Accession’ was signed on 26 October 1947 between the erstwhile king of J&amp;K Maharaja Hari Singh and the Republic of India.

The Badgam landings were the first military operations of independent India when the Indian Army was inducted by the Indian Air Force at Budgam Airport on 27 October 1947,&nbsp;said the Indian army.&nbsp;

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“On this historic occasion, on 75 years of Budgam landing, in which after the Instrument of Accession was signed, we moved in quickly our troops. Srinagar airfield was saved and thereafter we could launch a further offensive and push the Pakistan military, which came as kabailis, further back,” Air Marshal Amit Dev said.

“I am sure, if the UN had not intervened, perhaps the entire Kashmir would have been ours. It was not only IAF and Army's participation in Budgam but there have been many small missions that have resulted in ensuring the freedom of free Kashmir. I'm sure someday PoK (Pakistan occupied Kashmir) will join this part of Kashmir and we'll have whole Kashmir in years to come,” he added.

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The replication of the historic event was organised at Old Air Field to pay tribute to the soldiers and people of Jammu &amp; Kashmir who laid down their lives, and also to honour the next of kin of war heroes who participated in the 1947-48 War.&nbsp;

The event was attended by Jammu &amp; Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, Air Marshal Amit Dev, Air Officer Commanding-In-Chief, Western Air Command, Lieutenant General Devendra Pratap Pandey, General Officer Commanding 15 Corps along with several other civil and military dignitaries.&nbsp;

“The first Sikh, under the command of Lieutenant Colonel Dewan Ranjit Rai, who later laid down his life at Baramulla, changed the course of the war, wherein people and soldiers of Jammu &amp; Kashmir and the Indian Army fought valiantly alongside to evict Pakistani Forces, driving them out of most of Jammu &amp; Kashmir till ceasefire on 05 January 1949,'' said the Indian Army.&nbsp;

The Indian Army also unveiled a war memorial at Srinagar Airport.

The memorial commemorates the arrival of Indian Army in Indian Air Force at Srinagar Airport in 1947, and the role played by Major Somnath Sharma, Param Vir Chakra, Brigadier Rajinder Singh, Maha Vir Chakra and Maqbool Sherwani in India’s historic victory in its first war after independence.&nbsp;

The Indian Air Force and Indian Army on Wednesday commemorated the 75th ‘Infantry Day’ when the Indian armed forces arrived in Srinagar to repel attacks from Pakistan, after Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) decided to join the Indian union.

The Indian Air Force and Indian Army on Wednesday commemorated the 75th ‘Infantry Day’ when the Indian armed forces arrived in Srinagar to repel attacks from Pakistan, after Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) decided to join the Indian union. It was on this day 75 years ago in 1947 that the air force first landed in Budgam to thwart Pakistani militants from entering the Indian territory to stoke up secessionist movement following the partition of India. October 27 is celebrated as the ‘Infantry Day’ by the Indian Army to commemorate the arrival of the Indian Army at Badgam Airfield to protect Jammu & Kashmir after the ‘Instrument of Accession’ was signed on 26 October 1947 between the erstwhile king of J&K Maharaja Hari Singh and the Republic of India. The Badgam landings were the first military operations of independent India when the Indian Army was inducted by the Indian Air Force at Budgam Airport on 27 October 1947, said the Indian army. Also read | Opinion | October 22, 1947, the black day of Pakistani atrocities in Kashmir “On this historic occasion, on 75 years of Budgam landing, in which after the Instrument of Accession was signed, we moved in quickly our troops. Srinagar airfield was saved and thereafter we could launch a further offensive and push the Pakistan military, which came as kabailis, further back,” Air Marshal Amit Dev said. “I am sure, if the UN had not intervened, perhaps the entire Kashmir would have been ours. It was not only IAF and Army's participation in Budgam but there have been many small missions that have resulted in ensuring the freedom of free Kashmir. I'm sure someday PoK (Pakistan occupied Kashmir) will join this part of Kashmir and we'll have whole Kashmir in years to come,” he added. Also read | Taliban will help Pakistan conquer Kashmir: Leader of Imran Khan’s party The replication of the historic event was organised at Old Air Field to pay tribute to the soldiers and people of Jammu & Kashmir who laid down their lives, and also to honour the next of kin of war heroes who participated in the 1947-48 War. The event was attended by Jammu & Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, Air Marshal Amit Dev, Air Officer Commanding-In-Chief, Western Air Command, Lieutenant General Devendra Pratap Pandey, General Officer Commanding 15 Corps along with several other civil and military dignitaries. “The first Sikh, under the command of Lieutenant Colonel Dewan Ranjit Rai, who later laid down his life at Baramulla, changed the course of the war, wherein people and soldiers of Jammu & Kashmir and the Indian Army fought valiantly alongside to evict Pakistani Forces, driving them out of most of Jammu & Kashmir till ceasefire on 05 January 1949,'' said the Indian Army. The Indian Army also unveiled a war memorial at Srinagar Airport. The memorial commemorates the arrival of Indian Army in Indian Air Force at Srinagar Airport in 1947, and the role played by Major Somnath Sharma, Param Vir Chakra, Brigadier Rajinder Singh, Maha Vir Chakra and Maqbool Sherwani in India’s historic victory in its first war after independence.

‘Someday, Pakistan occupied Kashmir will join India’, says Air Force official on 75th 'Infantry Day’

The security forces in Kashmir will put an "aerial surveillance cover" over the areas where the minority community lives. There would be a cover over Srinagar’s main city centre Lal Chowk too. The security has been put on high alert across the union territory, ahead of the visit of Home Minister Amit Shah.&nbsp;

From now on, 15 areas that have minority community residents will be monitored through&nbsp;aerial surveillance. The number of security personnel on the ground has also been increased and new bunkers have been put in place at various locations in Srinagar city.&nbsp;

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"In a high level meeting with&nbsp;the&nbsp;top officials of security agencies, we have decided that minority areas need to be more protected. The idea was given by&nbsp;DG JK police that we should have drone grid over these areas. We have identified around 15 areas in Srinagar which will be under the aerial surveillance from now on," said Mathev A John, Deputy Inspector General of CRPF (operations).

The city would have round-the-clock checkpoints&nbsp;in place jointly by the police and CRPF to keep a close watch on the suspects. The vigil will remain in place even after the visit of the Home Minister.&nbsp;

''Security has been increased, what we are doing is not only for the visit of the Home Minister but whatever we are introducing is on a long term basis. We are energising the nakas (checkpoints), starting a drone grid and continuing with flash nakas (checkpoints) and flash checking. The number of security personnel have been increased and bunkers have been relocated,''&nbsp;he added.

Kashmir has been on high alert since the recent civilian killings in the valley. Security forces claim to have killed six of the militants responsible for the killings of these civilians.&nbsp;

The security forces in Kashmir will put an "aerial surveillance cover" over the areas where the minority community lives. There would be a cover over Srinagar’s main city centre Lal Chowk too.

The security forces in Kashmir will put an "aerial surveillance cover" over the areas where the minority community lives. There would be a cover over Srinagar’s main city centre Lal Chowk too. The security has been put on high alert across the union territory, ahead of the visit of Home Minister Amit Shah. From now on, 15 areas that have minority community residents will be monitored through aerial surveillance. The number of security personnel on the ground has also been increased and new bunkers have been put in place at various locations in Srinagar city. Also read | India to administer next billion vaccines in next 3-4 months: Vaccine panel head "In a high level meeting with the top officials of security agencies, we have decided that minority areas need to be more protected. The idea was given by DG JK police that we should have drone grid over these areas. We have identified around 15 areas in Srinagar which will be under the aerial surveillance from now on," said Mathev A John, Deputy Inspector General of CRPF (operations). The city would have round-the-clock checkpoints in place jointly by the police and CRPF to keep a close watch on the suspects. The vigil will remain in place even after the visit of the Home Minister. ''Security has been increased, what we are doing is not only for the visit of the Home Minister but whatever we are introducing is on a long term basis. We are energising the nakas (checkpoints), starting a drone grid and continuing with flash nakas (checkpoints) and flash checking. The number of security personnel have been increased and bunkers have been relocated,'' he added. Kashmir has been on high alert since the recent civilian killings in the valley. Security forces claim to have killed six of the militants responsible for the killings of these civilians.

Kashmir: Aerial surveillance over areas where minority community lives

The Jammu and Kashmir Government today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Dubai for real estate development, industrial parks, IT towers, multipurpose towers, logistics, medical college, and a super-speciality hospital.

According to the government, the MoU is a milestone. They expect that it would result in significant pouring in of investments from around the globe and&nbsp;that it would be a big developmental push.

The government also said that different entities from Dubai have shown a keen interest in investment.&nbsp;

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''With the signing of the MoU with the Dubai Government, the world has started to recognize the pace with which Jammu and Kashmir is traversing the development bandwagon. This MoU gives out a strong signal to the entire world that the way India is transforming into a global power, Jammu &amp; Kashmir is having a significant role in that as well,'' said Piyush Goyal, Union Minister for Commerce and Industry.&nbsp;

The Lt Governor of Jammu Kashmir, Manoj Sinha termed the occasion a historic day for the Dubai-Jammu Kashmir friendship, and for the developmental journey of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.

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&nbsp;''The MoU is the beginning of a new partnership between the Government of Dubai and J&amp;K which will help the Union Territory to scale new heights in industrialisation and sustainable growth. It is aimed at developing various economic activities including industrial parks, IT Towers, multi-purpose towers, logistics, medical college, super speciality hospital and many other projects,'' said Manoj Sinha, Lt Governor of Jammu Kashmir.&nbsp;

Lt Governor&nbsp;Manoj Sinha also said that the Government of Dubai is willing to explore the opportunity of potential cooperation with the government of Jammu &amp; Kashmir.&nbsp;

''The presence of Hon’ble Sultan Ahmed Bin Sulayem at today’s conference and our initiative to start the first international flight to Sharjah from 23rd October reflects our commitment to foster strong business cooperation, '' added the Lt Governor.&nbsp;

The Jammu and Kashmir Government today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Dubai for real estate development, industrial parks, IT towers, multipurpose towers, logistics, medical college, and a super-speciality hospital.

The Jammu and Kashmir Government today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Dubai for real estate development, industrial parks, IT towers, multipurpose towers, logistics, medical college, and a super-speciality hospital. According to the government, the MoU is a milestone. They expect that it would result in significant pouring in of investments from around the globe and that it would be a big developmental push. The government also said that different entities from Dubai have shown a keen interest in investment. Also read | Exclusive: India's EAM Jaishankar speaks to WION on India-Israel ties ''With the signing of the MoU with the Dubai Government, the world has started to recognize the pace with which Jammu and Kashmir is traversing the development bandwagon. This MoU gives out a strong signal to the entire world that the way India is transforming into a global power, Jammu & Kashmir is having a significant role in that as well,'' said Piyush Goyal, Union Minister for Commerce and Industry. The Lt Governor of Jammu Kashmir, Manoj Sinha termed the occasion a historic day for the Dubai-Jammu Kashmir friendship, and for the developmental journey of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. Also read | Jaishankar involved in very intensive visit, says Naor Gilon Israel's new ambassador to India to WION ''The MoU is the beginning of a new partnership between the Government of Dubai and J&K which will help the Union Territory to scale new heights in industrialisation and sustainable growth. It is aimed at developing various economic activities including industrial parks, IT Towers, multi-purpose towers, logistics, medical college, super speciality hospital and many other projects,'' said Manoj Sinha, Lt Governor of Jammu Kashmir. Lt Governor Manoj Sinha also said that the Government of Dubai is willing to explore the opportunity of potential cooperation with the government of Jammu & Kashmir. ''The presence of Hon’ble Sultan Ahmed Bin Sulayem at today’s conference and our initiative to start the first international flight to Sharjah from 23rd October reflects our commitment to foster strong business cooperation, '' added the Lt Governor.

Dubai and J&K government sign MoU aimed at scaling up industrial development

13 terrorists have been killed in 9 encounters in Kashmir Valley in the last ten days. The Jammu and Kashmir Police claims to have killed 3 out of 5 terrorists from Srinagar city.&nbsp;

This comes after 7 civilian killings in the Kashmir valley recently.&nbsp;

The security was put on high alert after the recent civilian killings across the Kashmir Valley. Various search operations were carried out by the Police, Army and Paramilitary forces across the valley, which further led to encounters.

"13 terrorists have been killed in 9 encounters after civilian killings. We have neutralised 3 out of 5 terrorists of Srinagar City within less than 24 hours,'' said Vijay Kumar, IG Kashmir Police.&nbsp;

Earlier today, two terrorists including a LeT commander was killed in a gunfight in the Pampore area of Awantipora.&nbsp;

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Police had an idea about the presence of these two terrorists in the area after which a search operation was launched.&nbsp;

Police said that they also gave them an option of surrender but they denied it.&nbsp;

"We offered them to surrender but they kept firing, triggering an encounter. They were trapped in a three-storey building, which is a concrete one. We fired grenades and the building caught fire. One of the slain militants has been identified as Umar Khanday of LeT and the other has been identified as Muhammad Sultan, who was the LeT commander .”

Police said that Umar Khanday was involved in the killing of two policemen in the Baghat area of Srinagar. Security is still on high alert across the Kashmir Valley.&nbsp;

13 terrorists have been killed in 9 encounters in Kashmir Valley in the last ten days. The Jammu and Kashmir Police claims to have killed 3 out of 5 terrorists from Srinagar city.

13 terrorists have been killed in 9 encounters in Kashmir Valley in the last ten days. The Jammu and Kashmir Police claims to have killed 3 out of 5 terrorists from Srinagar city. This comes after 7 civilian killings in the Kashmir valley recently. The security was put on high alert after the recent civilian killings across the Kashmir Valley. Various search operations were carried out by the Police, Army and Paramilitary forces across the valley, which further led to encounters. "13 terrorists have been killed in 9 encounters after civilian killings. We have neutralised 3 out of 5 terrorists of Srinagar City within less than 24 hours,'' said Vijay Kumar, IG Kashmir Police. Earlier today, two terrorists including a LeT commander was killed in a gunfight in the Pampore area of Awantipora. Also read | J&K: Security forces detain over 700 ‘terrorist sympathisers’ after civilian killings Police had an idea about the presence of these two terrorists in the area after which a search operation was launched. Police said that they also gave them an option of surrender but they denied it. "We offered them to surrender but they kept firing, triggering an encounter. They were trapped in a three-storey building, which is a concrete one. We fired grenades and the building caught fire. One of the slain militants has been identified as Umar Khanday of LeT and the other has been identified as Muhammad Sultan, who was the LeT commander .” Police said that Umar Khanday was involved in the killing of two policemen in the Baghat area of Srinagar. Security is still on high alert across the Kashmir Valley.

J&K: 13 terrorists killed in 9 encounters after civilian killings

After the recent killings of civilians in Kashmir Valley, the majority community has come&nbsp;forward to support the minority communities. Special announcements are being made from the mosques to assure the minority community that they stand with them.&nbsp;

The grand mufti of Jammu and Kashmir visited the families and also assured them on behalf of the majority community that they should feel safe and nothing will hamper the social fabric of Kashmir valley. The grand mufti also demanded quick investigation in these cases, so that the culprits are put behind the bars and the real motive is unearthed.&nbsp;

''I went to see the families, I gave them assurance that I represent 1.5 crore Muslims of Jammu Kashmir and we want them to stay here and feel safe. I think a full investigation should be done in these cases. The culprits need to be arrested and we would know the motive of these killings. Islam doesnt allow killing of anyone,'' said Mufti Nasir Ul Islam, Grand Mufti.&nbsp;

The minority community has appreciated the efforts that are made by the majority community. Around 10 mosques in the Srinagar city have made announcements after the prayers assuring the minority community to feel safe. The minority community now wants them to make these announcements after the Friday prayers as well. The Kashmir Pandit Sajay Tickoo said that this time no migration has taken place and whoever has left will be coming back soon.&nbsp;

"It's a welcome statement and I have made an appeal to all masjid committees too.&nbsp;It should be announced in every mosque in the valley so that it will reach the larger masses. So far, nine mosques in the city have announced these assurances to minorities in the vicinity. It has opened the space for the minorities to be less afraid. It's a good step. My appeal is to the grand mufti that on Friday, they must announce in mosques through loudspeakers to make minorities feel safe. It will ease our tension. After these announcements were made, I feel better and safer.'' said Sanjay Tickoo, Kashmir Pandit Leader.&nbsp;

The Sikh community in the valley has also thanked the majority community for the help and assurances.

"Majority community came forward at the time of Chittisinghpura. We have strong brotherhood with the majority community but people across the border don't want that. Muslims have been coming to Supinder Kaur's house since. The locals here are not communal at all. We will all fight it together. I got a number of calls from the majority community and I got a call from Mirwaiz Umar Farooq as well as Mufti Nasir and the Chamber of commerce," said Jagmohan Raina,Sikh Leader, APNI Party.&nbsp;

The efforts are on by all communities living in Kashmir valley to save the Kashmiriyat. The Kashmiris don't want a repeat of the 90's and are making sure this time that the social fabric of the valley is not affected.&nbsp; 
&nbsp;

After the recent killings of civilians in Kashmir Valley, the majority community has come forward to support the minority communities. Special announcements are being made from the mosques to assure the minority community that they stand with them.

After the recent killings of civilians in Kashmir Valley, the majority community has come forward to support the minority communities. Special announcements are being made from the mosques to assure the minority community that they stand with them. The grand mufti of Jammu and Kashmir visited the families and also assured them on behalf of the majority community that they should feel safe and nothing will hamper the social fabric of Kashmir valley. The grand mufti also demanded quick investigation in these cases, so that the culprits are put behind the bars and the real motive is unearthed. ''I went to see the families, I gave them assurance that I represent 1.5 crore Muslims of Jammu Kashmir and we want them to stay here and feel safe. I think a full investigation should be done in these cases. The culprits need to be arrested and we would know the motive of these killings. Islam doesnt allow killing of anyone,'' said Mufti Nasir Ul Islam, Grand Mufti. The minority community has appreciated the efforts that are made by the majority community. Around 10 mosques in the Srinagar city have made announcements after the prayers assuring the minority community to feel safe. The minority community now wants them to make these announcements after the Friday prayers as well. The Kashmir Pandit Sajay Tickoo said that this time no migration has taken place and whoever has left will be coming back soon. "It's a welcome statement and I have made an appeal to all masjid committees too. It should be announced in every mosque in the valley so that it will reach the larger masses. So far, nine mosques in the city have announced these assurances to minorities in the vicinity. It has opened the space for the minorities to be less afraid. It's a good step. My appeal is to the grand mufti that on Friday, they must announce in mosques through loudspeakers to make minorities feel safe. It will ease our tension. After these announcements were made, I feel better and safer.'' said Sanjay Tickoo, Kashmir Pandit Leader. The Sikh community in the valley has also thanked the majority community for the help and assurances. "Majority community came forward at the time of Chittisinghpura. We have strong brotherhood with the majority community but people across the border don't want that. Muslims have been coming to Supinder Kaur's house since. The locals here are not communal at all. We will all fight it together. I got a number of calls from the majority community and I got a call from Mirwaiz Umar Farooq as well as Mufti Nasir and the Chamber of commerce," said Jagmohan Raina,Sikh Leader, APNI Party. The efforts are on by all communities living in Kashmir valley to save the Kashmiriyat. The Kashmiris don't want a repeat of the 90's and are making sure this time that the social fabric of the valley is not affected.

Locals come forward in support of minority communities to save Kashmiriyat

There is a new challenge for&nbsp;security&nbsp;forces in Kashmir valley.&nbsp;The presence of "part time or hybrid terrorists" in the valley is posing a big threat.

"Part time or hybrid terrorists"&nbsp;are not listed with the security forces as ultras but are people who are radicalised enough to carry terror attacks and then slip back into routine life.&nbsp;

In the last two weeks, seven civilians were killed and most of them were shot by pistol-borne youth who are not listed with the security forces.&nbsp;

"Hybrid terrorists or part time terrorists are those who are not listed with us but are in touch with militants, they are locally trained and after taking out one or two attacks, they slip back into normal life. 97 pistols have been recovered so far this year. This shows Pakistan has a new agenda that maximum number of pistols and hand grenades be pumped. The main reason is to create an atmosphere of fear," said Vijay Kumar, IG Kashmir.&nbsp;

Most of the killings that have taken place this year in the Kashmir valley were done using pistols. Many of these attacks were carried out by these "part time or hybrid terrorists".&nbsp;

Police are now trying to break the chain of these attacks. More than 500 people have been detained by the Jammu Kashmir Police in the last few days after the rise of civilian killings.&nbsp;

"There is a new modus operandi of terrorists to kill innocent civilians using pistols. All the policemen who have been killed this year were all without weapons at the time of killing, and most of the attacks were carried out by pistols. It's very easy to carry and attack with a pistol. Pakistan has chosen a new modus operandi to let them use pistols," Kumar added.

The security forces are now trying to formulate a new strategy to break through the new modus operandi of the terror groups.&nbsp;

There is a new challenge for security forces in Kashmir valley. The presence of "part time or hybrid terrorists" in the valley is posing a big threat. "Part time or hybrid terrorists" are not listed with the security forces as ultras but are people who are radicalised enough to carry terror attacks and then slip back into routine life.

There is a new challenge for security forces in Kashmir valley. The presence of "part time or hybrid terrorists" in the valley is posing a big threat. "Part time or hybrid terrorists" are not listed with the security forces as ultras but are people who are radicalised enough to carry terror attacks and then slip back into routine life. In the last two weeks, seven civilians were killed and most of them were shot by pistol-borne youth who are not listed with the security forces. "Hybrid terrorists or part time terrorists are those who are not listed with us but are in touch with militants, they are locally trained and after taking out one or two attacks, they slip back into normal life. 97 pistols have been recovered so far this year. This shows Pakistan has a new agenda that maximum number of pistols and hand grenades be pumped. The main reason is to create an atmosphere of fear," said Vijay Kumar, IG Kashmir. Most of the killings that have taken place this year in the Kashmir valley were done using pistols. Many of these attacks were carried out by these "part time or hybrid terrorists". Police are now trying to break the chain of these attacks. More than 500 people have been detained by the Jammu Kashmir Police in the last few days after the rise of civilian killings. "There is a new modus operandi of terrorists to kill innocent civilians using pistols. All the policemen who have been killed this year were all without weapons at the time of killing, and most of the attacks were carried out by pistols. It's very easy to carry and attack with a pistol. Pakistan has chosen a new modus operandi to let them use pistols," Kumar added. The security forces are now trying to formulate a new strategy to break through the new modus operandi of the terror groups.

'Hybrid or part time terrorists': A new challenge for security forces

Seven civilians have been killed in&nbsp;Kashmir valley in the last ten days. The Sikh leaders have decided that people of their community should not go to their workplaces till the situation normalises.&nbsp;

Two teachers were shot dead in a government school in Srinagar’s Eidgah area on Thursday.&nbsp;

Supinder Kaur, a resident of Alochi Bagh, Srinagar, and Deepak Chand, resident of Janipura, Jammu were shot from point-blank range. Both of them were severely injured and immediately taken to a nearby hospital. However, they succumbed to their injuries. &nbsp;

DGP Dilbagh Singh, DG JK police said, “The innocent people who work for the society are being killed and targeted. We are sad about the incidents. We are investigating and have managed to get a lot of clues."

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"We will soon be able to arrest the guilty," he added.

Earlier, on Tuesday, three civilians were killed in Kashmir Valley. The famous chemist M L Bindroo, the non-local vendor Virender Paswan and taxi driver Mohd Shafi were all shot in different incidents.

These attacks have led to fear among the minority community, including pandits and sikhs.

Sikh Leader Jagmohan Singh Rana said that the community leaders have directed all the government employees of their community to not go to work until the security situation changes.&nbsp;

''A local girl has been killed today in Kashmir. We have been living here for the last 30 years and have been a part and parcel of good and bad. But if this happens with us, we won't tolerate it," the leader said.

He added, "I fear that agencies will misuse this opportunity. However, the main responsibility lies with the majority community. Those responsible should be punished. We have appealed to all the young employees to stop going for&nbsp;work. This will be our way of protesting towards the government so that they punish the culprits.'' said Jagmohan Singh Rana, Sikh Leader.

The investigation is in progress and thr police will continue to work in order to come to a conclusion.&nbsp;

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Political leaders have also condemned the incident.&nbsp;

''Jammu and Kashmir has been on the road to progress but some elements from Pakistan do not want peace and they have started targeting the minority communities, BJP leaders, and the policemen," said BJP leader Sofi Yousof.

He added, "They want to repeat the 90's here. There has been no stone-pelting, no civilian killing after the abrogation of article 370. Whoever has done this will be neutralised soon. It is also a security lapse and I have spoken to DG regarding the same.'' 
Police have launched various search operations across the valley to arrest the militants.&nbsp;

Seven civilians have been killed in Kashmir valley in the last ten days. The Sikh leaders have decided that people of their community should not go to their workplaces till the situation normalises.

Seven civilians have been killed in Kashmir valley in the last ten days. The Sikh leaders have decided that people of their community should not go to their workplaces till the situation normalises. Two teachers were shot dead in a government school in Srinagar’s Eidgah area on Thursday. Supinder Kaur, a resident of Alochi Bagh, Srinagar, and Deepak Chand, resident of Janipura, Jammu were shot from point-blank range. Both of them were severely injured and immediately taken to a nearby hospital. However, they succumbed to their injuries. DGP Dilbagh Singh, DG JK police said, “The innocent people who work for the society are being killed and targeted. We are sad about the incidents. We are investigating and have managed to get a lot of clues." Also read | Kashmir Valley on high alert after 3 civilians shot dead in separate incidents "We will soon be able to arrest the guilty," he added. Earlier, on Tuesday, three civilians were killed in Kashmir Valley. The famous chemist M L Bindroo, the non-local vendor Virender Paswan and taxi driver Mohd Shafi were all shot in different incidents. These attacks have led to fear among the minority community, including pandits and sikhs. Sikh Leader Jagmohan Singh Rana said that the community leaders have directed all the government employees of their community to not go to work until the security situation changes. ''A local girl has been killed today in Kashmir. We have been living here for the last 30 years and have been a part and parcel of good and bad. But if this happens with us, we won't tolerate it," the leader said. He added, "I fear that agencies will misuse this opportunity. However, the main responsibility lies with the majority community. Those responsible should be punished. We have appealed to all the young employees to stop going for work. This will be our way of protesting towards the government so that they punish the culprits.'' said Jagmohan Singh Rana, Sikh Leader. The investigation is in progress and thr police will continue to work in order to come to a conclusion. Also read | J&K: Two teachers shot dead by terrorists, two days after three others were gunned down Political leaders have also condemned the incident. ''Jammu and Kashmir has been on the road to progress but some elements from Pakistan do not want peace and they have started targeting the minority communities, BJP leaders, and the policemen," said BJP leader Sofi Yousof. He added, "They want to repeat the 90's here. There has been no stone-pelting, no civilian killing after the abrogation of article 370. Whoever has done this will be neutralised soon. It is also a security lapse and I have spoken to DG regarding the same.'' Police have launched various search operations across the valley to arrest the militants.

J&K: 7 civilians killed in 10 days, sikh leaders urge people to not go to work until situation normalises

The Kashmir Valley has been put on high alert after three civilians were shot dead in separate incidents on Tuesday evening. &nbsp;&nbsp;

In the first Incident at Iqbal Park area of Srinagar, the owner of Bindroo Medicate M L Bindroo was shot outside his shop at about 7.25 pm.

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The police said that it received information about a shooting near Iqbal Park Sherghari area of Srinagar. Makhan Lal Bindroo, who is the owner of Bindroo Medicate, was shot at by terrorists. He received fatal gunshot wounds and was immediately sent to nearby hospital. However, he succumbed to his injuries.

In the second incident, a non-local street hawker, who was identified as Virender Paswan, was shot dead at around 8.15 pm at Madina Chowk, Lal Bazaar area of Srinagar.&nbsp;He belonged to Bhagalpur, Bihar, and was currently residing at Alamgari Bazar, Zadibal.

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In the third incident, another civilian, who was identified as Mohd Shafi Lone, was shot dead in Shahgund area of Bandipora. He was a resident of Naidkhai.&nbsp;

As per the Jammu &amp; Kashmir Police release, the department has registered cases in these incidents. Investigation is in progress, and officers are establishing the full circumstances of these crimes. The respective areas have been cordoned, and search is going on for culprits.&nbsp;

The Kashmir Valley has been put on high alert after three civilians were shot dead in separate incidents on Tuesday evening. In the first Incident at Iqbal Park area of Srinagar, the owner of Bindroo Medicate M L Bindroo was shot outside his shop at about 7.

The Kashmir Valley has been put on high alert after three civilians were shot dead in separate incidents on Tuesday evening. In the first Incident at Iqbal Park area of Srinagar, the owner of Bindroo Medicate M L Bindroo was shot outside his shop at about 7.25 pm. Also Read: Indian Air Force to take part in exercises in Israel, Egypt The police said that it received information about a shooting near Iqbal Park Sherghari area of Srinagar. Makhan Lal Bindroo, who is the owner of Bindroo Medicate, was shot at by terrorists. He received fatal gunshot wounds and was immediately sent to nearby hospital. However, he succumbed to his injuries. In the second incident, a non-local street hawker, who was identified as Virender Paswan, was shot dead at around 8.15 pm at Madina Chowk, Lal Bazaar area of Srinagar. He belonged to Bhagalpur, Bihar, and was currently residing at Alamgari Bazar, Zadibal. Also Read | 'Made in Amethi' Kalashnikovs: Russia says ready to train Indian specialist for AK-203 project In the third incident, another civilian, who was identified as Mohd Shafi Lone, was shot dead in Shahgund area of Bandipora. He was a resident of Naidkhai. As per the Jammu & Kashmir Police release, the department has registered cases in these incidents. Investigation is in progress, and officers are establishing the full circumstances of these crimes. The respective areas have been cordoned, and search is going on for culprits.

Kashmir Valley on high alert after 3 civilians shot dead in separate incidents

With a bowling speed of over 150kmph, cricketer Umran Malik from Jammu and Kashmir set a record in the ongoing IPL. The cricket association, his colleagues and family celebrated this feat of Malik.&nbsp;

Umran Malik made his debut with Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) on Sunday (October 03). The team was playing against the &nbsp;Kolkata Knight Riders in Dubai.&nbsp;

''It's great news for the cricket and especially for the cricketers from Jammu and Kashmir. Umran has proven that if you have the will, you can achieve whatever you want to. 150kmph might sound easy but this is a very big achievement for Umran as well as all JK cricketers.'' said Parvez Rasool, International Cricket Player from Kashmir.&nbsp;

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The pacer from New Zealand Lockie Ferguson has bowled the fastest delivery of the IPL 2021 so far, at 152.75 kph. Mohammed Siraj was the fastest among the Indian bowlers&nbsp;with 145.97 kph. However, Umran pipped him with a delivery of over 150 kph to hold the record for the fastest ball by an Indian bowler in IPL 2021 so far.

Umran was taken in as a short term replacement for T Natarajan. He was also a part of the Hyderabad contingent as a net bowler. He has previously played one T20 and List A match for Jammu and Kashmir and has picked up a total of four wickets.&nbsp;

The family of Umran Malik celebrated his success in the debut match. The father says he always knew that Umran would make him proud. He has always dreamt of seeing him in the Indian cricket team.&nbsp;

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''My child has made a name for me and the whole country. It's the best news I have heard ever. We all were watching the match together. We were a little scared that it was his debut match and he might be tense. But he broke a record and that made us extremely happy.'' said Abdul Rashid Malik, Father of Umran. &nbsp;

He also added that ''We have always been supportive of him playing cricket. He is my only son and I have always supported him. I always taught him that he has to make it to the Indian National Cricket Team. And It's his dream to be a player in the Indian team.''

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The Lt Governor of Jammu and Kashmir praised Umran Malik for his performance. '' Heartiest congratulations to Umran Malik on IPL debut today from the Sunrisers Hyderabad Team. You have made the entire Jammu and Kashmir proud. You are the inspiration for many young cricketers. Best wishes for your cricket career'' said a tweet by Lt Governor Manoj Sinha.

With a bowling speed of over 150kmph, cricketer Umran Malik from Jammu and Kashmir set a record in the ongoing IPL. The cricket association, his colleagues and family celebrated this feat of Malik.

With a bowling speed of over 150kmph, cricketer Umran Malik from Jammu and Kashmir set a record in the ongoing IPL. The cricket association, his colleagues and family celebrated this feat of Malik. Umran Malik made his debut with Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) on Sunday (October 03). The team was playing against the Kolkata Knight Riders in Dubai. ''It's great news for the cricket and especially for the cricketers from Jammu and Kashmir. Umran has proven that if you have the will, you can achieve whatever you want to. 150kmph might sound easy but this is a very big achievement for Umran as well as all JK cricketers.'' said Parvez Rasool, International Cricket Player from Kashmir. Also Read: 'MS Dhoni is the boss of Chennai': Dale Steyn explains why CSK skipper might not retire from IPL this year The pacer from New Zealand Lockie Ferguson has bowled the fastest delivery of the IPL 2021 so far, at 152.75 kph. Mohammed Siraj was the fastest among the Indian bowlers with 145.97 kph. However, Umran pipped him with a delivery of over 150 kph to hold the record for the fastest ball by an Indian bowler in IPL 2021 so far. Umran was taken in as a short term replacement for T Natarajan. He was also a part of the Hyderabad contingent as a net bowler. He has previously played one T20 and List A match for Jammu and Kashmir and has picked up a total of four wickets. The family of Umran Malik celebrated his success in the debut match. The father says he always knew that Umran would make him proud. He has always dreamt of seeing him in the Indian cricket team. Also Read: He has left his teacher behind now: Virender Sehwag praises Rishabh Pant as DC skipper faces mentor MS Dhoni ''My child has made a name for me and the whole country. It's the best news I have heard ever. We all were watching the match together. We were a little scared that it was his debut match and he might be tense. But he broke a record and that made us extremely happy.'' said Abdul Rashid Malik, Father of Umran. He also added that ''We have always been supportive of him playing cricket. He is my only son and I have always supported him. I always taught him that he has to make it to the Indian National Cricket Team. And It's his dream to be a player in the Indian team.'' Heartiest congratulations to Umran Malik on IPL debut today from the Sunrisers Hyderabad Team. You have made the entire Jammu Kashmir proud. You are the inspiration for many young cricketers. Best wishes for your cricket career ahead. pic.twitter.com/Aau4ZcGNKh — Office of LG J&K (@OfficeOfLGJandK) October 3, 2021 × The Lt Governor of Jammu and Kashmir praised Umran Malik for his performance. '' Heartiest congratulations to Umran Malik on IPL debut today from the Sunrisers Hyderabad Team. You have made the entire Jammu and Kashmir proud. You are the inspiration for many young cricketers. Best wishes for your cricket career'' said a tweet by Lt Governor Manoj Sinha.

Cricketer Umran Malik sets record in IPL, Jammu Kashmir celebrates his success

Young artisans and designers are incorporating new design and techniques into the art of weaving and painting Kashmiri carpets, something that already has worldwide fame. Artists have started using calligraphy art for the first time on these silk carpets.&nbsp;

This has resulted in greater demand in markets. This may also attract young talent to try their hand at the art. Beautiful Calligraphy work on these silk carpets is adding to its beauty. Most of these carpets are sold outside the country.&nbsp;

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Craftsmen like Shahnawaz Ahmad are making sure that this craft would not die. After completing his Graduation from Fine Arts School, Shahnawaz started experimenting with new designs. He not only started using calligraphy but also used Gold and Silver threads to make these Carpets.&nbsp;

“I am a graduate in fine arts and my whole family is into this craft. I thought of doing something different than routine designs. I started calligraphy art on carpets. The customers across the Gulf loved it. I made cultural paintings and people started liking it. I changed the trend and reaped a lot of benefits," says Shahnawaz.

He is also training his artisans in new techniques. He has held workshops in which artisans were taught calligraphy and how to use gold and silver threads to make designs.

"The workers needed some training and I also held a workshop for them. My father helped me a lot with this. &nbsp;The weavers didn’t take much time to learn the new techniques. I am getting a lot of orders after these new designs. If we do something different I am sure this art will grow more and more," said Shahanwaz&nbsp;

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A local social Entrepreneur Imaad Parvez has collaborated with Shahnawaz and is trying to build a luxury brand with Kashmir craft. The idea is to revive the art and introduce it to those people who don't know anything about this art form. And also bring in designs which will attract the younger generation.&nbsp;

"I met Shahnawaz and he is not only a fantastic craftsman but he had a vision to make a product that can be called a luxury product. I collaborated with him and we are building a brand. We take all the Kashmiri crafts and we do something innovative with them. We also work on the lifestyle of craftsmen so as to retain them. So the next generation craftsmen are attracted towards this industry. We need to upgrade our system to keep up with the world. Luxury brand include not only high-quality products, but also handmade products. The craft will not be enough, you need more dynamics to it," said Imaad Parvaiz&nbsp;

These new techniques and designs for Kashmir silk carpets are bringing new life to this art. Not only is this helping to revive this craft but also generating employment for the younger generation.

Young artisans and designers are incorporating new design and techniques into the art of weaving and painting Kashmiri carpets, something that already has worldwide fame.

Young artisans and designers are incorporating new design and techniques into the art of weaving and painting Kashmiri carpets, something that already has worldwide fame. Artists have started using calligraphy art for the first time on these silk carpets. This has resulted in greater demand in markets. This may also attract young talent to try their hand at the art. Beautiful Calligraphy work on these silk carpets is adding to its beauty. Most of these carpets are sold outside the country. Craftsmen like Shahnawaz Ahmad are making sure that this craft would not die. After completing his Graduation from Fine Arts School, Shahnawaz started experimenting with new designs. He not only started using calligraphy but also used Gold and Silver threads to make these Carpets. “I am a graduate in fine arts and my whole family is into this craft. I thought of doing something different than routine designs. I started calligraphy art on carpets. The customers across the Gulf loved it. I made cultural paintings and people started liking it. I changed the trend and reaped a lot of benefits," says Shahnawaz. He is also training his artisans in new techniques. He has held workshops in which artisans were taught calligraphy and how to use gold and silver threads to make designs. "The workers needed some training and I also held a workshop for them. My father helped me a lot with this. The weavers didn’t take much time to learn the new techniques. I am getting a lot of orders after these new designs. If we do something different I am sure this art will grow more and more," said Shahanwaz A local social Entrepreneur Imaad Parvez has collaborated with Shahnawaz and is trying to build a luxury brand with Kashmir craft. The idea is to revive the art and introduce it to those people who don't know anything about this art form. And also bring in designs which will attract the younger generation. "I met Shahnawaz and he is not only a fantastic craftsman but he had a vision to make a product that can be called a luxury product. I collaborated with him and we are building a brand. We take all the Kashmiri crafts and we do something innovative with them. We also work on the lifestyle of craftsmen so as to retain them. So the next generation craftsmen are attracted towards this industry. We need to upgrade our system to keep up with the world. Luxury brand include not only high-quality products, but also handmade products. The craft will not be enough, you need more dynamics to it," said Imaad Parvaiz These new techniques and designs for Kashmir silk carpets are bringing new life to this art. Not only is this helping to revive this craft but also generating employment for the younger generation.

Craftsman uses calligraphy on Kashmiri silk carpets, demand increases

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