Kashmir Observer - MAY 19, 2025 ISSUE

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LG Offers Prayers At Zeethyar Temple

Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha paid obeisance at the Zeethyar temple here on the occasion of Zeashta Mata Jayanti on Sunday, an official spokesperson said.

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BrahMos Hit Pak Bases: Shah

New Delh: Union Home Minister Amit Shah said on Sunday that indigenously developed BrahMos missiles destroyed Pakistani air bases while its air defence system, borrowed from China, remained unused, during Operation Sindoor, which exposed its lies on terrorism to the world.

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Police Conduct Anti-Terror Raids In Poonch

Jammu: The Jammu and Kashmir Police on Sunday conducted raids at multiple locations with the intention of dismantling terror networks in the border district of Poonch, officials said.

1 min

Terror Mastermind Nizamani Shot Dead In Pak

Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorist Razaullah Nizamani Khalid alias Abu Saifullah Khalid, who was the brain behind the 2006 attack on the RSS headquarters, was killed by three unidentified gunmen in Sindh province of Pakistan on Sunday, officials here said.

1 min

Men Account For 72% Of Suicides In India

Experts Call For Urgent Action On Men's Mental Health Issue

1 min

IMF Imposes 11 New Conditions On Pak:Report

Warns It Against Risks To Bailout Programme

1 min

Srinagar Hits 32.2°C For 2nd Straight Day

Brief Relief Likely From May 20: MeT

1 min

Study Flags Chemical Contamination Risk To Endangered Gangetic Dolphins

A scientific study has revealed alarming levels of toxic chemicals in the Ganga river, threatening the health and survival of the endangered Gangetic dolphins.

1 min

The battle of the brews: Coffee or tea, which is healthier?

There's something undeniably comforting about the aroma of freshly brewed coffee in the morning.

4 mins

Stray Dog Crisis Deepens In Srinagar City

SRINAGAR: The persistent threat posed by stray dogs across Kashmir shows no sign of abating, with official figures revealing an average of 18 dog bite cases reported every single day.

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Four Residential Houses Damaged In Lal Bazar Blaze

SRINAGAR: A massive fire broke out in the densely populated Lal Bazar area of Srinagar on Saturday evening, damaging four residential houses, officials confirmed.

1 min

Admin Organizes Anti-Drugs Awareness Programme At Safakadal

SRINAGAR: To sensitise masses about the harmful effects of drug abuse and encouraging them to eradicate menace of drugs from the society, District Administration Srinagar organized an awareness programme on Drug De-Addiction at Community Hall Gassi Mohalla Safa Kadal.

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Pakistani woman praying for soldiers: MP teacher suspended

A government schoolteacher was placed under suspension in Sehore in Madhya Pradesh after she allegedly shared on social media a video of a Pakistani woman praying for the safety of soldiers of that country during Operation Sindoor, an official said on Sunday.

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Probe begins into links between Odisha YouTuber, 'Pak spy'

The Odisha Police have started an investigation into the alleged links between a Puri-based YouTuber and Jyoti Malhotra, who was arrested on the charge of passing on sensitive information to Pakistani intelligence operatives, an officer said on Sunday.

1 min

Professor Arrested Over Social Media Post On Op Sindoor

Ashoka University associate professor Ali Khan Mahmudabad has been arrested for his social media post on Operation Sindoor, police said here on

1 min

Lufthansa flight flew without pilot for 10 minutes

Lufthansa flight from to Spain last year reportedly flew without an active pilot for 10 minutes after the co-pilot fainted while alone in the cockpit, German news agency dpa reported on Saturday.

1 min

8 Kids Among 17 Killed Near Charminar In Hyderabad

As many as 17 people, including eight children, were killed in a massive fire that broke out at a building in near the iconic Charminar on Sunday.

1 min

Iran's Ayatollah Says Trump Lying About Peace In Region

Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei accused Donald Trump on Saturday of lying when the US president said during his Gulf tour this week that he wanted peace in the region.

1 min

Saudi Advises Pilgrims Against Sleeping In Corridors To Ensure Safety During Hajj

As millions prepare to perform the annual Hajj pilgrimage, Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has advised pilgrims against lying down or sleeping in corridors and aisles within the

1 min

Israeli Strike Kills 130 In Gaza Amid Truce Talks

Israeli strikes killed at least 130 Palestinians across Gaza overnight, health officials said on Sunday, as Israel said talks with Hamas included a proposal to end the war but sources on both sides said there had been no progress in the talks.

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'World Listens To Language Of Love Only When You Have Power': RSS Chief

While India is resolutely committed to global harmony and welfare, the world has now seen the country's formidable strength, RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat said on Saturday, stressing that others pay heed to the \"language of peace’ only from the one who possesses power.

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DC Rajouri Assesses Damages In Shelling Affected Gonni Village

Deputy Commissioner Rajouri Abhishek Sharma visited Gonni village in the Dhangri area to assess the damages caused due to recent incidents of cross-border shelling. He was accompanied by Revenue Officers and other concerned officials.

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JK BOPEE Conducts Common Entrance Test For GNM, ANM courses

The Jammu and Kashmir Board of Professional Entrance Examinations (JK-BOPEE) conducted the Common Entrance Test (CET) for GNM/ANM Courses for the academic session 2025-26 at Jammu and Srinagar Centres.

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DDMA Conducts Disaster Preparedness Training Programme

In a proactive step towards strengthening disaster preparedness and community safety, District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) Shopian today conducted a training programme on Disaster preparedness and emergency response at Government Degree College (GDC) Shopian.

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DC Jammu Visits Shelling Hit Areas In Sub Division Mendhar

Divisional Commissioner Jammu Ramesh Kumar conducted an extensive visit to Sub Division Mendhar to take stock of the situation in areas affected by recent unprovoked cross border shelling. The visit was aimed to assess the damage and ensure timely support to the affected families.

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MLA Pahalgam Distributes Relief to Human-Wildlife Conflict Victims

ANANTNAG: In a compassionate gesture towards the victims of human-wildlife conflict, Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) Pahalgam, M Altaf Kaloo distributed ex-gratia relief cheques at Townhall Aishmuqam.

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Kishtwar Hosts National Science Seminar 2025

KISHTWAR: District Institute of Education and Training (DIET) Kishtwar successfully hosted the 52nd Rajya Stariya Bal Vaigyanik Pradarshani and Rashtriya Bal Vaigyanik Pradarshani 2025 today alongside a one-day seminar on “Millets for Health and Sustainable Planet.”

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Sakeena Itoo Conducts Tour Of DH PORA Constituency

KULGAM: Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo, conducted an extensive tour of several areas of Damhal Hanjipora (DH Pora) Constituency and had on the spot assessment of public issues and development needs in these areas.

1 min

Special Exhibition On Basohli Miniature Paintings Held

Department of Archives, Archaeology and Museums, J&K joined the global celebration of International Museum Day 2025 at Dogra Art Museum, Jammu.

1 min

Farmers Imparted Training On Commercial Floriculture

DODA: The Department of Floriculture, Parks and Gardens organized a one-day training program on Commercial Floriculture for farmers at Kumhari Panchayat Shangroo in Block Bhalla Doda.

1 min

DDMA Pulwama Conducts CBP On Disaster Preparedness

PULWAMA: District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) Pulwama, in collaboration with the Civil Defence and SDRF component Pulwama/Awantipora, successfully conducted Capacity Building Programmes (CBP) on Disaster Preparedness and Response at Town Halls of Pulwama and Awantipora.

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Satish Sharma Conducts Extensive Tour Of Kaleeth, Battal, Kharah, Thakar & Jogwan

Minister for Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs (FCS&CA), Youth Services and Sports, Satish Sharma on Sunday conducted an extensive tour of Kaleeth, Battal, Kharah, Thakar, and Jogwan areas to assess the ongoing return and rehabilitation process of displaced border residents.

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Tourism Takes Hit

For over three years, tourism in Kashmir has been consistently on the rise. So much so, it became not just a symbol of the prevailing normalcy but also underpinned it. In 2024, 2.95 million tourists visited Kashmir - 43,000 of them foreigners up from 2.71 million in 2023 and 2.67 million in 2022. This year, the government expected to beat this record but the Pahalgam attack has suddenly brought it down to a trickle.

1 min

From Pherans To Pop Culture

Caught between tradition and trend, young Kashmiris are losing more than just a language

5 mins

The Festival That Heals Water

Each year, the people of Panzath in South Kashmir wade into their sacred spring. Not just to fish, but to restore their ecosystem, remember their ancestors and pass on centuries-old wisdom.

3 mins

A Timeless City on the Brink of Change

In the narrow alleys of Downtown Srinagar, the past doesn't just linger, it lives.

4 mins

India's Port Restrictions On B'desh Imports To Help MSMEs: Experts

Restrictions imposed by India on certain Bangladeshi goods will help the domestic ready-made garment industry, particularly MSMEs, to enhance their competitiveness, according to experts.

1 min

Market Valuation Of 9 Of Top 10 Firms Jumps 3.35 Lakh Crore

Nine of the top 10 valued firms added Rs 3.35 lakh crore in their market valuation last week in tandem with a positive trend in equities, led by Reliance Industries.

1 min

Sebi Simplifies Operational Process Of Cash Flow Disclosure In Corp Bond Database

Markets regulator Sebi has simplified the operational process and provided clarity on cash flow disclosure in the corporate bond database after a review of the Request for Quote (RFQ) Platform framework.

1 min

'Port Curbs On Imports From B'desh To Have Impact In Bengal'

Though the Centre's move to restrict imports of certain goods from Bangladesh via land ports will have an impact on employment and transport revenue in West Bengal, the national interest is more important than the potential economic fallout, officials said on Sunday.

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Centre Has Taken Measures To Ensure PACS Do Not Become Financially Sick: Amit Shah

Union Minister Amit Shah on Sunday said the Centre has taken measures to prevent registered PACS from becoming financially sick and will soon bring a policy for their quick settlement in case they have gone into liquidation and for registration of new PACS in their place.

1 min

India's Smartphone Exports Soar, Surpassing Petroleum, Diamonds In FY25

New DelhiIndia's smartphone exports surged nearly fivefold to the US and about fourfold to Japan in the past three years, propelling the segment to surpass petroleum products and diamonds as the country's top exported goods, according to government data.

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Adani Partners With Sparton To Develop Anti-Submarine Warfare Solutions

Billionaire Gautam Adani’s group has signed a deal with a US undersea warfare company Sparton to develop electronic sensors and navigation systems that could be used for anti-submarine warfare, the conglomerate said on Sunday.

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US Remittance Tax Plan May Hit Indian Households Rupee: GTRI

A proposed 5 per cent US tax on remittances sent abroad by non-citizens is raising alarm in India as it may hit Indian households and the rupee, economic think tank GTRI said on Sunday.

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Cricketers Maximize Their Potential When They Know Who They Are: Dravid

Understand your own self and unlock the maximum potential you have as a cricketer, is former India captain and head coach Rahul Dravid's mantra for all those aspiring to take up the sport professionally.

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Sports Minister Announces Multiple New Games Under Khelo India Scheme

Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Sunday announced the broadening of the scope of the Khelo India initiative with the introduction of multiple Games to cover school sports, martial arts, beach and water sports from this year onwards.

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Hesson Wants Babar Azam & Rizwan Back In T20 Set Up

Pakistan's new white ball head coach Mike Hesson is keen to revive the careers of senior batters Babar Azam and Muhammad Rizwan in the T20 format after selectors dropped them from the team.

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IPL 2025: Time For Pant To Fire As LSG Hopes Hang In Balance

Rishabh Pant will aim to hit the refresh button after a wretched run as Lucknow Super Giants make one last ditch attempt to stay alive in IPL play-offs race by winning their remaining three league matches, starting with clash against Sunrisers Hyderabad here Monday.

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