The fire engulfed over 800 densely packed shanties spread across around five acres. Thick plumes of smoke billowed into the sky as fire fighters battled the flames

Adil Hussain Thoker, Adnan Shafi Dar and Ahsan ul haq Sheikh are suspected to have played key roles in the Pahalgam terror attack

Despite a recent terrorist attack that killed 26 tourists, Pahalgam is gradually welcoming visitors again. Tourists are returning, drawn by the area’s beauty and the absence of travel restrictions. Locals and security personnel are supportive, and businesses are offering discounts. While Baisaran meadow remains closed, other attractions are open, signaling a slow return to normalcy for the picturesque resort town.