In Pictures: Farmers in Pampore town are actively engaged in saffron harvesting

The crop is being harvesting during the brief October-November flowering season, and farmers are diligently plucking the delicate purple crocus flowers from the fields at dawn to separate the precious red stigmas, a labour-intensive process that transforms the landscape into a sea of colour

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In Pictures: CM Omar Abdullah, Bollywood actor Sunil Shetty flag off Kashmir Marathon 2.0

More than 1,500 runners from 27 states and Union Territories across India, along with 77 international athletes from 11 countries, took part in the 2025 edition, highlighting Kashmir’s emergence as a global destination for sports and tourism

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In Pictures: CM Omar Abdullah inaugurates ‘Almond Bloom Festival’ at iconic Badamwari garden in Srinagar

The bloom of almond blossoms at Badamwari traditionally marks the arrival of spring in Kashmir, and the festival is aimed to celebrate Valley’s natural beauty while providing a platform for local talent

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In Pictures: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah opens Tulip garden in Kashmir capital Srinagar

The garden, spread over 30 hectares, boasts over 1.7 million tulips in more than 60 varieties, creating a mesmerizing display of colors. Besides tulips, the garden also features daffodils, hyacinths, and other spring flowers, adding to its charm

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