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United News of India
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- United News of India
Awestruck by beauty of Patnitop: Bollywood actress Huma Qureshi in Jammu region
Jammu, May 29 (UNI) Bollywood actress Huma Qureshi on Thursday said that she was awestruck by the beauty of Patnitop tourist destination in Jammu region. Huma, on the second day of her visit to the Jammu region, explored the scenic landscapes of Patnitop and Nathatop, where she experienced a firsthand taste of adventure through activities such as camping and nature walks. At Skyview by Empyrean, Patnitop, she took a ride on the highest gondola in Asia above the tree line, a marvel of engineering constructed without cutting a single tree. The initiative stands as a significant step towards eco-tourism and sustainable tourism practices in Jammu and Kashmir. Officials urged her to encourage more celebrities to visit and promote the scenic and cultural richness of Jammu. Speaking on the occasion, Huma Qureshi said that she was absolutely awestruck by the beauty of Patnitop. She added that the warmth and hospitality of the people here are truly unmatched. Referring to the larger Jammu region, she mentioned that destinations like Katra, Bhaderwah, Bani, Billawar, Basohli, Marwah-Warwan, Rajouri, Poonch and several others are blessed with abundant natural beauty and rich cultural heritage. She further stated that Jammu and Kashmir is safe, serene, and one of the most breathtaking destinations in India. She wholeheartedly invited all tourists from across the country and the world to come, explore and experience this unmatchable beauty of Jammu and Kashmir. During her visit to Skyview by Empyrean, Huma Qureshi interacted with officials and stakeholders including Deputy Commissioner Udhampur, Saloni Rai, Director Tourism Jammu, Vikas Gupta, CEO Patnitop Development Authority, Devander Singh Bhau, Joint Director Tourism Jammu, Aijaz Qaiser and members of the Patnitop Hotels Association, where discussions were held on strengthening tourism prospects in the region. Later in the day, she visited some of the well-known restaurants in Jammu city, where she enjoyed the authentic local flavors including GI-tagged Kalari Kulcha, Anardana Chutney, Gucchi Pulao, Rajma and other traditional delicacies. Director Tourism Jammu informed that the visit was planned as part of a strategic initiative to promote the diverse tourist destinations of the Jammu region. He added that more celebrity visits are scheduled in the coming days, with the aim of showcasing the region's potential and inviting tourists from across India and around the world to experience the unmatched beauty and cultural vibrancy of the region. The members of the Patnitop Hotels and Restaurant association wholeheartedly thanked the Government of J&K, Commissioner/Secretary Tourism, Yasha Mudgal and Director Tourism Jammu for conceptualising and supporting this initiative. They also extended their full support for similar promotional events in the future to strengthen Jammu's position on the national and international tourism map. Huma Qureshi's visit marks the beginning of a focused campaign by the Directorate of Tourism, Jammu, aimed at rebuilding traveller confidence and showcasing Jammu as a prime destination for adventure, culture, cuisine and natural beauty. This initiative is expected to significantly boost the tourism profile of the region. UNI VBH RN
Time of India
20-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Rs 700cr trade affected as Prayagraj traders boycott Turkish products
Prayagraj: Amid rising national sentiment against Turkiye for its open support of Pakistan during the recent tension between India and Pakistan, traders across Prayagraj have decided to boycott Turkish goods. What began with a symbolic move by fruit sellers has now grown into a district-wide movement involving businesses dealing in vegetables, marble, jewellery, dry fruits, and more. Trade organisations in Prayagraj formally announced the suspension of all import-export activities with Turkiye. This includes products such as Turkish apples, vegetables, jewellery, marble and dry fruits, which together previously accounted for over Rs 700 crore in annual trade. Bullion traders like Krishna Kumar, Somnath Swarnkar, and Priya Singh said, "We will no longer sell Turkish jewellery or place fresh orders. We are committed to promoting Indian alternatives for our customers." District president of Bhartiya Udyog Vyapar Mandal Mahanagar, Dinesh Singh, criticised Turkiye's stance, saying, "India supported Turkiye during every crisis. Despite that, its support of Pakistan is unacceptable. We decided to end all business ties." Satish Chandra Kesarwani, president of Prayagraj Grain Oilseeds Trade Board, stated that despite a strong market demand for Turkish dry fruits like anjeer and apricot in the district, local traders have collectively decided not to deal in them. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Flexible Phone Plans for Small Biz Undo Similarly, items such as Turkish Rajma will not be sold in Prayagraj. Pramod Yadav, general secretary of the fruit-vegetable trade organisation, Mundera Mandi, confirmed that future orders for vegetables like peas, spinach, lettuce, and asparagus, which are regularly imported from Turkiye, have been cancelled. Marble trader Manish Gupta also said regular Turkish marble consignments have now been refused, in line with the boycott. Mahendra Goyal, state president of the Confederation of All India Traders (CAT), emphasised the collective stance: "Turkiye supported Pakistan, so we decided to halt all trade, including imports of Turkish fruits, marble, jewellery, and even products like mineral oil, cement, and chocolates. " In a symbolic protest, members of Bhartiya Udyog Vyapar Mandal Mahanagar gathered in Civil Lines to oppose trade relations with both Turkiye and Azerbaijan. Mahanagar president Yogesh Goyal stated, "We demand a ban on all Turkish and Azerbaijani companies operating in India. This is about national pride and solidarity." Senior leaders like Naveen Agarwal, along with a host of other members, including Abhishek Kesarwani, Rajiv Agarwal, and Piyush Pandey, voiced their support, urging the public to boycott all goods from Turkey and Azerbaijan. The city's traders made it clear: national interest comes first.
