The programme, named 'Back to Valley', was initiated soon after the government advisory asking tourists to leave the state, issued on 4 August, was lifted.
The tourism industry fears cancellations after the death of the visitor from Chennai. The industry cannot hope for revival until the conflict is resolved, experts say.
Data shows re-alignment in India’s exports, with Tamil Nadu & Telangana posting strong growth in 2024-25 as traditional heavyweights Gujarat & Maharashtra see declines. Gujarat still leads, though.
Of the total package, $649 million will be utilised for additional hardware, software, and support services, and the remaining for Major Defence Equipment (MDE).
Don’t blame misfortune. This is colossal incompetence and insensitivity. So bad, heads would have rolled even in the old PSU-era Indian Airlines and Air India.
One, create those safe conditions on the ground. Through a process of osmosis, the reassuring news will spread. Second, allow journalists of independent persuasion, including those from abroad, unfettered access to Kashmir. They will spend their own money and their reports will carry conviction.
One, create those safe conditions on the ground. Through a process of osmosis, the reassuring news will spread. Second, allow journalists of independent persuasion, including those from abroad, unfettered access to Kashmir. They will spend their own money and their reports will carry conviction.