UMAR GANIE

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Pahalgam Attack Anniversary: Security Across Kashmir

Pahalgam Attack Anniversary: Security Across Kashmir

Rediff.com   22 Apr 2026

The glimpses from heightened security across Kashmir on the first anniversary of the Pahalgam terror attack.

INSPIRING! Visually Impaired Girl Scores 95% In CBSE

INSPIRING! Visually Impaired Girl Scores 95% In CBSE

Rediff.com   18 Apr 2026

'There will always be challenges in life, but we should never give up.'

Tulips Draw Tourists to Srinagar

Tulips Draw Tourists to Srinagar

Rediff.com   12 Apr 2026

The Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden, located at the foothills of the Zabarwan mountains, feature around 1.8 million tulips across 75 varieties.

Srinagar Temple Reopens After 36 Years

Srinagar Temple Reopens After 36 Years

Rediff.com   28 Mar 2026

On Thursday, Kashmiri Pandits offered special prayers at the historic Raghunath temple in Srinagar on the first day of its reopening after a gap of 36 years, coinciding with the festival of Ram Navami.

Kashmiri Pandits Celebrate Mahashivratri

Kashmiri Pandits Celebrate Mahashivratri

Rediff.com   15 Feb 2026

On Sunday, February 15, 2026, Kashmiri Pandits offered special prayers at the Shankaracharya temple during Mahashivratri celebrations also locally known as Herath at the Shankaracharya mountain overlooking the Dal lake in Srinagar.

Pulwama Terror Attack: Remembering The Fallen

Pulwama Terror Attack: Remembering The Fallen

Rediff.com   14 Feb 2026

CRPF personnel paid solemn tribute to the 40 martyrs on the 7th anniversary of the Pulwama terror attack at Lethpora. The commemoration ceremony included wreath-laying, moments of silence, and heartfelt tributes to the brave jawans who made the ultimate sacrifice on February 14, 2019.

Snowfall In Kashmir: Life Takes A Pause

Snowfall In Kashmir: Life Takes A Pause

Rediff.com   24 Jan 2026

Srinagar recorded its first major snowfall of the season. As the storm intensified late Thursday and continued through Friday, heavy to very heavy snowfall blanketed vast areas of the Valley, including parts of Srinagar, Budgam, Baramulla, Kupwara, Shopian, Anantnag, Pulwama, Bandipora and Kulgam.

Sonamarg Turns Into Winter Wonderland

Sonamarg Turns Into Winter Wonderland

Rediff.com   14 Jan 2026

Sonamarg, a popular tourist destination in the Ganderbal district of central Kashmir, has transformed into a winter wonderland following fresh snowfall. Snow-covered landscapes, frozen streams, and long icicles have enhanced the scenic beauty of the area.

Tourists Welcome 2026 In White Gulmarg

Tourists Welcome 2026 In White Gulmarg

Rediff.com   2 Jan 2026

The picturesque ski resort of Gulmarg in Kashmir welcomed 2026 with spectacular celebrations as tourists flocked to the snow-covered destination. Visitors rang in the New Year with bursting firecrackers, dancing, and enjoying the fresh snowfall amid the stunning Himalayan landscape.

Gulmarg Is Drenched In Snow

Gulmarg Is Drenched In Snow

Rediff.com   22 Dec 2025

Rain and snow on the first day of Chillai-Kalaan is locally seen as a good omen and a precursor to plenty of snow.

Pride And Honour For J&K As Agniveers Join Army

Pride And Honour For J&K As Agniveers Join Army

Rediff.com   4 Dec 2025

On Thursday, December 4, 2025, 711 Agniveers from Jammu and Kashmir was formally inducted into the Indian Army at the Jammu and Kashmir Light Infantry Regimental Centre in Srinagar.

Kashmir Glows in Autumn Gold

Kashmir Glows in Autumn Gold

Rediff.com   2 Dec 2025

Glimpses of Kashmir's autumn, captured through the lens of Umar Ganie, reveal the Valley awash in stunning shades of red and gold, turning Srinagar into a living canvas of chinar leaves and blooming chrysanthemums.

Srinagar On High Alert

Srinagar On High Alert

Rediff.com   17 Nov 2025

Fresh intelligence inputs warns of a Red Fort and Pulwama-style attack in Kashmir by Jaish-e-Muhammad, the Pakistan-based terror group.

Massive Search Operations In Srinagar

Massive Search Operations In Srinagar

Rediff.com   12 Nov 2025

On Tuesday, November 11, 2025, the Jammu and Kashmir police's Special Operation Group conducted search operations in Srinagar.

Diyas Illuminate Srinagar's Iconic Ghanta Ghar

Diyas Illuminate Srinagar's Iconic Ghanta Ghar

Rediff.com   22 Oct 2025

On Tuesday, October 21, 2025, tourists, locals, and students came together to celebrate Diwali at the historic Ghanta Ghar in Srinagar, lighting thousands of diyas that illuminated the iconic landmark and its surroundings.

Gulmarg Turns White!

Gulmarg Turns White!

Rediff.com   6 Oct 2025

Umar Ganie beautifully freezes Gulmarg's first snowfall in his camera.

Asia Cup Final Fever Grips Kashmir

Asia Cup Final Fever Grips Kashmir

Rediff.com   27 Sep 2025

As excitement builds for Sunday's India-Pakistan Asia Cup final, cricket fever has spread to the Kashmir Valley.

Celebrating Modi@75 In Srinagar

Celebrating Modi@75 In Srinagar

Rediff.com   23 Sep 2025

The Bharatiya Janata Party organised an exhibition at the iconic Clock Tower in Lal Chowk, Srinagar, highlighting Prime Minister Narendra Modi's life and achievements.

Celebrating Modi's 75th At Ghanta Ghar, Srinagar

Celebrating Modi's 75th At Ghanta Ghar, Srinagar

Rediff.com   17 Sep 2025

Kashmiris celebrated Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 75th birthday at Srinagar's Ghanta Ghar, featuring cultural performances, garland ceremonies and community service.

Have You Seen An Apple Train?

Have You Seen An Apple Train?

Rediff.com   11 Sep 2025

On Thursday, September 11, 2025, following the closure of the Srinagar-Jammu national highway, the Indian Railways arranged for special parcel vans to transport apples from Kashmir's orchards to Delhi.