Tourism has a significant impact on Jammu and Kashmir, both positive and negative. Known for its breathtaking landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and religious sites, Jammu and Kashmir has been a popular tourist destination …
Read moreThe forest cover of the Union Territory Jammu And Kashmir is around 10% of its total geographical area. Here a number of tree species are found such as chir, poplar, deodar, fir, pine, kail, mulberry, fruit trees and so on. Fo…
Read moreThe climate of the Union Territories of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh is highly influenced by their locations in the mountainous terrains. Each of these places have a distinct temperature and rainfall pattern. Climatic Zon…
Read moreThe Union Territories Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh lie majorly in the Himalayan Mountain region. The hilly terrain varies from 1500 m to 7000 m. The region comprises of several river valleys, gorgeous mountain ranges and natural …
Read moreMerging of Ladakh with J&K Raja Gulab Singh, under the suzerainty of Ranjit Singh sent his General Zorawan Singh to invade Ladakh in 1834. King Tshespal Namgyal was dethroned and exiled. Maharaja Gulab Singh, after crushing …
Read moreModern History of Kashmir Modern period in Kashmir's history starts with the Sikh rule. Sikh Rule (1819-1846 AD) ⚫ On the request of Pandit Birbal Dhar and Rajakak Dhar, Maharaja Ranjit Singh sent 30,000 Sikh soldiers. These …
Read moreFrom 10 November to 16 December 2019, this author travelled across the Valley to talk to people from diverse sections of society. Given the uncertainty over the next government action and the fear psychosis of the people, the aut…
Read moreOn 5 August 2019 when the Union home minister introduced the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Bill in the Raja Sabha, he said that the special status given to J&K under Article 370 was the root cause of corruption, terro…
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