Firdous hassan
Kashmir's tourism sector faces losses over Rs 9,000 cr; 1.4 lakh people lose jobs
The Internet shutdown since August 5 has caused severe distress in the region. Tourism contributes 8 percent to the state's GDP
Internet suspension in the Valley causes decline in handicraft exports
Kashmir's carpet, shawl and other cottage industries are crippled without the internet, and exports have suffered dramatic losses; the region has faced an Internet shutdown since four months