Missing Israeli tourist located in northern India after 48 hours

Ravi, God bless son's of the soil....,from 1 bother to another

So many tourists are being murdered in India. My husband was. It is happening on a frequent basis.

Its sad that these beauiful young people have to end up in India after having defended themselves and their country against the Arabs. How are they funded? by their parents. Blame the parents. Back thirty years ago, Israelis traveled to civilized European countries, enjoyed themselves and came back with the wonderful stories of Europe. Its a shame how the Israeli society has changed, and I fear for the future. They need to get back to school and study and the parents should stop giving them all the money.

Having spent time with and travelled the same paths as the post-army Israelis, (India, Thailand, etc) I would have to agree in a large part with Isaac. I watched my Israeli friends interact with the locals without any apparent sense of respect for different customs or even language, bulldozing their way through these strangers' own streets as if they were still carrying their weapon. I am generalizing, of course...even in Tel Aviv these groups have a name: arssim; I met Israeli individuals of stunning inner beauty and depth, usually alone, who, because of their humility were able to share an experience with the locals, rather than TAKE a holiday (by force as it were). In fact I fell in love with one.

Shani, I didn't write that ALL were materialistic nor did I wish to imply that this was the only consideration. You are quite correct that there is also the "chill out" factor. Yes, I have spoken to them, many of them, and in the main it is just so difficult to understand why they do what they do. If the truth be told, I worked behind the scenes to try to help one get out of prison. There are, unfortunately, some who stay there (Israelis) who ensnare others. Hashem Yerachem.

Is it due to materialism that young Israelis are attracted to drugs? I think it's more likely to get over the trauma and dehumanizing effect of having just served in the army, perhaps seeing comrades die or be seriously injured and carry on as though this is normal. Have you ever spoken to any of these young people about this?

im an indian sikh..living in chandigarh...many israelis pass through here heading for kulu manali... in search of i guess, nirvana... and of course drugs. india is a complex, enigmatic riddle. even we indians havnt worked it out, forget you guys.while forigners go crazy trying to understand how the place ticks... we have learnt to flow with the tide, it is what it is, so be it. many forigners come here, foolishly looking for answers.. if answers could be found so easly, all indians would be born buddhas, rams, nanaks, moses,jesus... the answers are all within. people who cant understand this, both indian... (like connies indian friend)and forigners... can end up disillusioned.

There is nothing wrong with India and Indians. It is, in the main, a lovely country with wonderful people. I go there all the time. The problem is with the young Israeli tourist, post army, whose lack of values are such that when opportunities for cheap drugs are presented, they show an inability to resist. This is also true of the visits to Ashrams. Why are there Chabad houses next to Ashrams? Think about it. Israelis whose value systems are materialistic in the extreme have an attraction to escapism in the form of drugs or "elevated" Ashrams. The same people end up in Nepal, Thailand and down to melbourne. It is THEY who need help. Castigating Inda is not the answer of the issue at all.

I have travelled with Israelis in North and South India and I have found that many YOUNG Israelis do not take care and be careful. This includes travelling alone, in unfamilar places, (most likely high), on a motorcycle on bad roads with Indian drivers at high speeds is stupid! Be careful, You did not survive the Army to die abroad. I am sorry for this guy and his family. I am not blaming him I am asking Israelis to be less reckless. Please.

These recurring news items -Israeli man missing -are only news items to the individual familys concerned. When will they realise Never to trek ALONE. Its like being drunk and smashing into a police car. So many Israelis trekking all over the globe -are we to hear every incident of misguided misinformed non -educated idividuals who are seeking NIRVANA. Where was the countrys educational system back 10 -15 years ago -The system failed to teach individuals in adulthood to think with sense and responsibility . Maybe they will start trekking on the moon soon -guess it will need a lot of insurance coverage . Jack -come trekk in the beautiful upper galilee just dont leave your garbage here .

hi.i am in india.his friend weren't detained, they were questioned.big difference. we have no idea whether this was becauseof drugs or not, but it is likely because his wallet wasn't stolen. listen,you just don't mess with the indians and aside from being overly friendly, they won't really mess with you. kasol is a crazy place.don't get involved with drugs there!

Michael i tried travelling in southern and nothern part of india hoping to see culture and validate history. But i would say what i discovered and enjoyed are easily negated by the its dirty city environment ,smelly surroundings ,crimes, and too wide rich and poor living standard gap....but i would still travel there if you would sponsor me a free trip.

I agree with George. India is a corrupt country where any non-India is a prime target for any kind of rip-off. History, culture, spirituality all goes by the way side when one is treated like shit by the natives. Add drugs, and you have a situation ripe for any kind of violence, crime, adversity. Been there, done that!

Hey Adam... Is it not also very ironic and funny that you also come from "george dubbya bush's" land of texas? The saying "Only in America" should be changed to "Only in Texas". Stop sniffing petrol and get an education. More rubbish coming out of bush's hometown freaks. I mean it doesnt suprise me that you guys still cannot comprehend that a guy with no education from "texas" became president after a 2 re-counts and Al Gore "conceiving defeat for the better of the people". With Love, Your Muslim Brother

I'm certain that most of you recall the story of Natalie Holloway, who vanished while vacationing in Aruba two years ago. It's just been disclosed that she died from a cocaine overdose and her body was dumped at sea. Aruba is a more tourist like atmosphere, a great deal closer to the USA. Vices of all sorts are readily available. No need to travel and see the dirt & poverty of India and fear drinking the water. Aruba is the place to go, far cleaner and close to hand.

So many disgustingly racist comments; pity those so ignorant who make them. But why is Haaretz allowing such racist comments to be published, in breach of its own talkback guidelines/terms?

Sure the reason is drugs. I have never seen more stoned people than among the young Israelis in India. It's really disgusting. Plus it smells bad in India anyways.

Its not just my sweet UK country but you can find them anywhere, even in Gaza and West Bank there are few indian families.

Is it ironic that the majority of India's muslims live in northern India?

How sad that the young Israeli's run off to India in search of what? If Alex is right and it is drugs then something has gone awry. A very close friend of mine,born and educated in India from a very wealthy family,does not even return to her native country to visit. What does this tell you?

Sad to hear this news. No indian newspaper puplished this news here. If any crime happen like this to any foreigner it is impossible to get justice from indian judicial system. It is highly corrupt system. No justice at all in india to foreigners. Expecting any good thing from this country is a nonsense. Foreign nationals be careful when you visit india.

The Israelis lives in the hundred if not in the thousands in the Goa region and visit heaven.

I read the reason is drugs.

Brod, come now, have you ever been to India? You simply ask a stupid question. India is a wonderful place with a history and culture that easily equals in importance and meaning to anywhere on Earth. I think you should go there so that you can find the answer to your question.

Why travel to crime infested India?