India is set to celebrate the 76th anniversary of its independence on 15th August. And Srinagar is not far behind, as vibrant preparations are underway at the historical Lal chowk, which has been decked up with the national flag.

India: Srinagar decked in tri-colour to mark independence day celebrations

India has deployed an upgraded squadron of MiG-29 fighter jets at the Srinagar air base to address twin threats from Pakistan and China. The advanced capabilities of upgraded MiG-29 fighter jets, their strategic positioning, and skilled pilots will be significant assets for safeguarding India's northern borders.

India deploys upgraded MiG-29 fighter jets in Srinagar to secure skies against Pakistan, China

The Indian Army conducted ‘Jashn-e-Gurez’ - a mix of adventure sports and culturally rooted activities in Jammu and Kashmir’s Gurez valley. Best known for its picturesque view and pristine locale, where travellers come to witness nature up close, this time around set stage for an adrenaline-pumping experience.

Kashmir: Indian Army's adventure festival in Gurez enthrals tourists and locals alike

After three decades, members of the Valley's minority Shia Community participated in a Muharram march in Srinagar, marking a number of firsts in Kashmir.

India: Shia mourners in Kashmir allowed Muharram procession after three decades

The authorities in Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday lifted a 33-year-old ban that prohibited Shia Muslims from taking out processions during the month of mourning, known as Muharram.

'Testimony to normalcy in J-K,' says LG as Shias take out Muharram procession after 33 years

The Kashmiri copperware craft industry has been gasping for survival. Machine-made copperware products have taken over the markets. The artisans associated with the craft are trying to keep the art alive and one such artisan, Mohammad Aslam Bhat has taken it upon himself to give a new shape to the industry so that it survives forever.

Kashmiri copperware artisan takes it upon himself to save a dying art

Millions of tourists visited Kashmir valley in 2023 and the numbers are rising daily. In 2022, the number of foreign tourists to the Kashmir valley was around 4000. In the first 6 months of 2023, it crossed 15,000. The government hopes that surge in numbers this year would surpass previous records. In May, a g20 meeting on tourism was held in Srinagar with a view to promoting J&K as an attractive destination for tourists for foreigners. With the numbers having exceeded expectations, now the government plans to carry out further promotion especially in southeast and west Asia and North America.

Kashmir valley had a record 15,000 foreign tourists in first 6 months of 2023

The film culture in the Kashmir Valley is on the rise. Since the opening of the first film theatre in Srinagar after three decades, the first-ever Kashmiri-produced Bollywood film has been released.

First-ever Kashmiri production garners great support in Srinagar following release in sole theatre

India is hosting the G20 tourism meeting in Kashmir, the world's largest democracy held the G20 Presidency for 2023 and has planned more than 100 meetings across the country. The G20 meeting aims to strengthen economic growth, preserve cultural heritage and promote sustainable development of the region.

G20 Srinagar Meet: India showcases Kashmir's rich culture

G20 Srinagar Meet: Focus on heritage and sustainable development

The third G20 tourism working group meeting, which will take place from May 22 to May 24, is scheduled to take place in Jammu and Kashmir and will begin today. Deliberations at this meeting are expected to focus on five important tourism-related issues.

G20 Meet 2023: Delegates to draft strategy on film tourism

Here we bring you a quick round-up of all the latest news and top headlines from all across the globe: The third G20 tourism working group conference, which will take place from May 22 to May 24, is set to begin today in Jammu and Kashmir. This meeting's discussions are scheduled to centre on five critical tourism-related topics.

India hosts G20 tourism meet in Srinagar to focus on five key aspects of tourism

China said on Friday that it will boycott the G20 Tourism Working Group meeting scheduled to be held in India’s Jammu and Kashmir. Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Wang Wenbin in a presser on Friday said, "China firmly opposes holding any form of G20 meetings on disputed territory.

China to boycott G20 meet in India’s J-K; Saudi Arabia, Egypt & Turkey skip registration

Kashmir Valley used to be the preferred location for Hindi film industries decades before the insurgency, but now that the government's tourism department is striving to revive film tourism in the valley, more than 300 new locations have been discovered for filming.

G20 Meet 2023: Upcoming meet in Srinagar to revive tourism and employment | India

India is holding multiple security review meetings and drills to ensure tight security in Jammu and Kashmir as the union territory prepares to host historic G20 meetings on May 22.

Indian forces gear up to secure G20 meeting venue in Srinagar, drills underway

Srinagar is going to host G20 meetings by the end of this month and the venue for the meetings would be Sheri Kashmir International Convention Centre (SKICC). Security has been beefed up around the convention centre already.

India: Security beefed up around G20 venue in Srinagar, ADGP conducts security review meeting

India holds the G20 Presidency and Jammu and Kashmir has organised a model G20 Summit. The event brought together participants from the universities across Jammu and Kashmir. Watch the video to know more.

India | J&K's Srinagar hosts model G20 summit: Meeting of young minds across region | WION

3.77 Lakh people visited Asia's largest Tulip Garden in Srinagar, this year, before it closed to the public. This is the first time ever that the garden has seen such a large footfall within 32 days.

India: Srinagar's Tulip sets new record, sees highest number of visitors

Over 377,000 people visited Asia's Largest Tulip Garden in Srinagar this year before the garden was closed to the public. This is the first time ever, such footfall has been witnessed in the Tulip Garden.

Tulip garden in Srinagar witnesses record-breaking numbers, with footfall of over 377,000 tourists

The NIA or India's national terror agency in Kashmir has attached the properties of son of terror outfit Hizbul Mujahideen's Chief Syed Salahuddin's son located in Srinagar and the property has been attached under the stringent Unlawful Activities Prevention Act.

Indian govt's crackdown on terror: NIA attaches property of Hizbul Chief's son

A meeting of the working group on tourism will be held in Srinagar from May 22 to May 24. India has modified its G20 calendar to reflect this. Srinagar is located in the Indian Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.

India: Major revamp in Jammu and Kashmir, Srinagar gets smart city treatment

After Jammu and Kashmir's summer capital Srinagar was listed among the creative cities across the world by UNESCO, the state administration is busy giving a new look to the city.

Srinagar being converted into smart city at fast pace for G20 meetings next month

The Jammu and Kashmir government has started renovating all heritage religious sites in the Kashmir region. The 700-year-old Mangaleshwar Bhairav Temple in the Baba Demb area of Srinagar is also being renovated and restored to its original glory.

India: 700-year-old temple being restored in Jammu & Kashmir’s Srinagar

The first Foreign Direct Investment project of building a mall in Srinagar was kick-started on Sunday, March 19, by the Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir Manoj Sinha.

Foundation stone of J&K’s first foreign investment project laid, ‘Mall of Srinagar’ to be built by UAE's EMAAR

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