KASHMIR HIMALAYAS
Govt to launch survey to assess vulnerability of glacial lakes after monsoon
Officials announced that after the monsoon season, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Sikkim, Arunachal Pradesh, and the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir will launch ground surveys to assess the vulnerability of glacial lakes, prompted by a glacial lake outburst flood (GLOF) in Sikkim in October 2023. The surveys, targeting select lakes at high altitudes, aim to understand and mitigate risks associated with GLOFs, which can cause significant damage downstream. Remote sensing data indicates notable expansion of many Himalayan glacial lakes, highlighting the region's vulnerability to climate change impacts.
Amarnath Yatra: J-K Police issue special traffic advisory for yatra convoy, non-convoy movement
To ensure safe and efficient movement of pilgrims and other commuters during the holy Amarnath Yatra, the Jammu and Kashmir Traffic Police have issued an advisory on National Highway-44 with cut-off timings and instructions for various convoy and non-convoy movements.
Over 20,000 pilgrims visit Amarnath cave shrine, total crosses 1.50 lakh
In Srinagar, over 20,000 pilgrims visited the Amarnath shrine on Friday, totaling over 1.50 lakh since June 29 via Nunwan-Pahalgam in Anantnag and Baltal routes. The 3,800-metre-high ice lingam shrine saw 1,700 security personnel, 275 children, and one transgender participant involved, two deaths reported. The pilgrimage with sadhus ends August 19. Over 4.5 lakh visited last year.
Indian travellers, CXOs take to adventure trips
Indian travelers are increasingly seeking adventure, with travel and hospitality companies noting a 30% year-on-year increase in demand for adventure trips. From biking tours in Malaysia's Penang to paragliding in Thailand’s Chiang Mai, the trend is gaining popularity among enthusiasts, including CEOs and CXOs of India Inc. Many are also interested in unique experiences in the Himalayas.
Amit Shah chairs high-level meeting, directs agencies to implement area domination, zero-terror plans in Jammu
Home Minister Amit Shah directed security agencies in Jammu to implement area domination and zero-terror plans, replicating successes in Kashmir. The government aims to crack down on terrorists through innovative means, as discussed in a high-level meeting to review the security situation after recent attacks in the Union Territory.
NCLT initiates insolvency against Himalayan Mineral Water
The National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) has approved insolvency proceedings against Himalayan Mineral Waters due to defaulting on a corporate guarantee to Jammu & Kashmir Bank for LeeL Electricals. The tribunal appointed Bhoopesh Gupta as the interim resolution professional. J&K Bank claimed a default of Rs 50 crore, leading to this decision.
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Srinagar-Leh Highway closed following fresh snowfall
Authorities have closed the Srinagar-Leh Highway for vehicular movement due to snow accumulation at Baltal in Jammu and Kashmir's Ganderbal District.
No snow: Tourists cancel holidays as Indian ski resorts run dry
The Indian Himalayas are experiencing an unusual lack of snowfall this winter, impacting ski resorts and prompting holiday cancellations. Scientists attribute the atypical conditions to the El Nino weather phenomenon, resulting in dry spells in Kashmir. The absence of snowfall, particularly in the mountains, and the biting cold, worsened by thick fog in the plains, have affected tourism and agriculture.
Shocking for travel enthusiasts: Jammu colder than Srinagar, snowless Gulmarg
Kashmir weather: Despite bone-chilling conditions in the valley, a dry spell persists. Minimum temperature is lower than normal leading to freezing nights while days are warmer than usual. On Tuesday, Srinagar recorded recorded a higher maximum temperature than Jammu. Meanwhile, netizens have drawn attention to snow-less scenes in Gulmarg. National Conference leader Omar Abdullah recently shared images from previous years, noting the unprecedented dryness in Gulmarg this year.
India safe as long as its brave soldiers stand guard at borders: PM Modi to security forces on Diwali
Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the country's rising prominence in the defense sector, stating that India is becoming a "big global player." Addressing soldiers during Diwali celebrations near the border, Modi emphasized the increasing capabilities of India's security forces
Amarnath Yatra concludes, over 4 lakh pilgrims offer prayers at cave shrine
The 62-day annual Amarnath Yatra that recently concluded had over 4.4 lakh pilgrims offering prayers at the cave shrine in the south Kashmir Himalayas this year. Officials said over 4 lakh pilgrims visited naturally formed ice 'Shivling' during the pilgrimage which commenced on July 1 through Baltal and Pahalgam routes.
Summer of discontent: Climate change is crippling tourism in the Himalayan belt
While increased tourism and infrastructural development is critical, it should not be at the expense of the environment. Recent events in 2 states show there is an urgent need to review the way policies in these areas are implemented.
22nd batch of over 3,800 Amarnath pilgrims leave Jammu for cave shrine
More than 3.25 lakh pilgrims have so far paid obeisance at the cave shrine located at a height of 3,888 metres since the commencement of the annual pilgrimage from the twin tracks of Pahalgam in Anantnag and Baltal in Ganderbal districts on July 1.
Traffic movement suspended on Jammu-Srinagar highway, Amarnath yatri convoy stopped at Ramban
A fresh batch of over 3,000 Amarnath pilgrims left a base camp here for Kashmir on Saturday but their convoy was stopped in Ramban after authorities closed the Jammu-Srinagar national highway following heavy rains and landslides.
Amarnath Yatra: Over 7,000 pilgrims leave for twin base camps from Jammu
More than 7,000 pilgrims left Jammu on Saturday to join the annual Amarnath pilgrimage. The pilgrimage to the 3,880-metre-high cave shrine of Amarnath, located in the south Kashmir Himalayas, began on July 1. The pilgrimage runs for a period of 62 days; pilgrims from across the country travel to the holy site to worship a naturally formed ice lingam.
Amarnath Yatra 2023: Everything you need to know about it
To participate in the yatra, individuals aged between 13 and 70 are eligible to register through the Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board. Registration can be done at various centers across India, including convenient online registration. It is mandatory for participants to possess a health certificate, ensuring their physical well-being during the pilgrimage. However, pregnant women beyond 6 weeks are advised not to undertake the yatra.
Annual Amarnath Yatra begins amid tight security
The annual Amarnath Yatra formally started on Saturday with around 5,600 pilgrims paying obeisance at the holy cave. The administration and armed forces have put in place elaborate security and logistical arrangement to ensure a successful, incident free and peaceful Amarnath Yatra.
Amarnath Yatra begins, first batch of pilgrims leaves for cave shrine
The annual Amarnath Yatra began on July 1 with the first batch of pilgrims starting their journey from Baltal base camp in Jammu Kashmir's Ganderbal to Amarnath Cave.
J&K: LG Manoj Sinha flags off the first batch of Amarnath Yatra pilgrims
The 62-day-long Shri Amarnath Yatra will commence on 1st July and it will culminate on 31st August 2023. In preparation for the Yatra, various 'langar' committees started their preparation on Wednesday, three days in advance, to cater to the pilgrims.
Over 40 foods items banned at Amarnath Yatra, pilgrims advised to look after physical fitness
More than 40 food items have been banned at the upcoming Amarnath Yatra and the pilgrims have been advised to achieve physical fitness by walking at least 5 kilometres a day, the Shri Amarnath Shrine Board said in its health advisory issued on Thursday. The banned food items include drinks, fried and fast food items.
Dense fog, cold wave set to grip north, northwest India in first week of 2023
Cold wave conditions returned to large parts of northwest India with the onset of the New Year and the weather office has forecast dense morning fog over Uttarakhand, Punjab, Haryana and Uttar Pradesh over the next three days.
J-K: Flash floods near Vaishno Devi temple throw spanner for devotees
In view of the heavy rains and flash floods, the upward movement of devotees in Mata Vaishno Devi temple has been stopped.
Over 4,300 pilgrims leave for Amarnath cave shrine from Jammu
Officials said 1,846 pilgrims heading for Baltal were the first to leave the Bhagwati Nagar camp in 72 vehicles followed by the second convoy of 94 vehicles carrying 2,509 pilgrims for Pahalgam.
Fresh batch of over 5000 pilgrims leaves Jammu camp for Amarnath shrine
The officials said 1,666 pilgrims including 536 women and 43 children heading for Baltal in 61 vehicles were the first to leave the Bhagwati Nagar camp around 3.20 am, followed by the second convoy of 140 vehicles for Pahalgam, carrying 3,783 pilgrims including 702 women, 103 sadhus and 54 children at around 4.20 am.
Proper security arrangements in place for Amarnath Yatra, says J-K LG Manoj Sinha
Security agencies have flagged a higher threat perception for this year's yatra. Three-tier security arrangements have been put in place with the deployment of more personnel on the routes leading to the holy cave shrine of Amarnath in south Kashmir Himalayas.
Amarnath Yatra: Over 40,000 pilgrims visit holy cave shrine so far; 5 dead
Till 10 am on Sunday, 40,233 pilgrims visited the holy cave shrine and had 'darshan' of the naturally formed ice-shivlingam. The yatra, which began on June 30 and will culminate on August 11, passes through two routes - the Pahalgam route in south Kashmir's Anantnag district and the Baltal route in Sonamarg tourist resort in Ganderbal district in central Kashmir.
Amarnath Yatra begins, 2,750 pilgrims leaves Nunwan base camp for cave shrine
Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday flagged off the first batch of 4,890 pilgrims from the Jammu base camp.
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