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Hajj 2026: J&K Sees Low Response As Deadline Nears
Only 2,244 Forms Received Against Expected Quota Of 7,896: Officials
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JULY 25, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
ED Raids In Rs 3,000-Cr Bank Loan 'Fraud' Against Anil Ambani Group Companies
The Enforcement Directorate on Thursday conducted raids at multiple locations as part of an alleged Rs 3,000 crore worth bank loan fraud-linked money laundering case against the companies of Reliance Group chairman Anil Ambani, official sources said.
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JULY 25, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Mass Craze For ‘Saiyaara’: INOX Witnesses Packed Audiences
The INOX multiplex in Srinagar is once again witnessing housefull shows, this time for the musical romantic drama Saiyaara.
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JULY 25, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
CS Reviews Progress On Compliance Reduction Measures
Says timely implementation of reforms essential for promoting ease of doing business in J&K
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JULY 25, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Strikes Can’t Cure
At the heart of Srinagar’s hospital crisis lies a moral dilemma: can a caregiver protest without betraying the patient?
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JULY 25, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Columbia to Pay $220M to Restore Federal Funding
Columbia University announced on Wednesday that it had reached a deal with the Trump administration to pay more than $220 million to the federal government to restore federal research money that was cancelled in the name of combating antisemitism on campus.
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JULY 25, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
CM Omar Takes Serious View Of Misbranded Machine- Made Carpets
Stresses on protection of Kashmiri Handmade Carpets
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JULY 25, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
BCCI To Host Asia Cup In UAE, India-Pak Match Likely
The high-intensity cricketing rivalry between India and Pakistan will resume briefly in September as decks have been cleared for the BCCI to host the upcoming Asia Cup T20 tournament in the UAE, sources in the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) said on Thursday.
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JULY 25, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
PM Seeks UK's Cooperation In Extradition Of Economic Offenders To India
With India seeking extradition of a number of billionaire fugitives from the UK, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said the concerned agencies of the two sides will continue to work in \"close\" coordination and cooperation on the matter.
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JULY 25, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
'Chhari Mubarak' At Shankaracharya Temple
Chari Mubaral, or the holy mace of lord Shiva, was taken to the Shankaracharya temple in Srinagar on Thursday as part of the ongoing Amarnath Yatra.
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JULY 25, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Inside Srinagar’s Coaching Hubs: Anxiety, Isolation, & Invisible Pain
SRINAGAR: As thousands of young Kashmiris pour into Srinagar chasing dreams of IITS, NEETs, and civil services, a silent crisis is unfolding in cramped hostels and buzzing coaching centres.
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JULY 25, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
The Woman Who Trains Strength
Guided by empathy and endurance, Muskaan Bashir's sessions offer far more than fitness in a culture still coming to terms with women's agency.
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JULY 25, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
District Level Cricket Tournament Kicks Off At Budgam
BUDGAM: The Department of Youth Services and Sports Budgam kick-started its much-anticipated Inter-Zonal District Level Cricket Tournament for Boys Under-19 at the open ground Batpora here. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from a large number of students representing various government and private schools across the district.
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JULY 25, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Girls' Zonal District Level Kho Kho Begins In Anantnag
The Department of Youth Services and Sports Anantnag conducted its Inter-Zonal District Level Kho-Kho Tournament for Girls on Thursday at sports grounds of MS Bona Dailgam here.
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JULY 25, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
'4-Day Workweek Boosts Well-Being in High-Income Nations'
A four-day workweek might help with an employee's well-being, according to a study that trialled the intervention in organisations across the US, UK, Canada, Ireland, Australia and New Zealand.
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JULY 25, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Framed Innocence
A false accusation cost me my job, my dignity, and my place in society. I chose to fight back, with truth and work.
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JULY 25, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Police Attach Property Under UAPA In Sopore
SRINAGAR: In a major action under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, police in Sopore on Thursday said to have attached a residential property for its use in providing shelter and logistical support to terrorists involved in unlawful and anti-national activities.
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JULY 25, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Healers Are Hurt
Kashmiri hospitals are no longer sanctuaries. Violence against doctors is becoming disturbingly normal, and it's a warning sign for all of us.
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JULY 25, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Man Opens Fake Embassy, Creates 4 Fictitious Nations
Lucknow : “West Arctica”, “Saborga”, “Lodonia”, “Poulvia” — these were among fictitious nations a Ghaziabad man claimed to have represented as a self-styled diplomat while operating their bogus embassies from his rented house less than 35 km from Delhi.
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JULY 25, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
SC Moved to Cut Age of Consent from 18 to 16
The Supreme Court has been urged by amicus curiae and senior advocate Indira Jaising to read down the statutory age of consent from 18 to 16 years.
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JULY 25, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
SMHS Hospital Incident Raises Serious Concerns
OVERCROWDING & VIOLENCE:
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JULY 25, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Indian Users Can Now Use UPI On Foreign Land, Sites Via PayPal World
In a major boost to cross-border digital payments, Indian users will now be able to use the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) to make payments internationally through PayPal.
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JULY 25, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Historic Day For India-UK Relations: PM Modi On Free Trade Deal
WE AGREE THAT FORCES WITH EXTREMIST ideologies cannot be allowed to misuse democratic freedoms,”
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JULY 25, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
England End Day Two At 225/2, Trail India By 133 Runs
England were comfortably placed at 225 for two at stumps after bowling out India for 358 on the second day of the fourth Test here on Thursday.
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JULY 25, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Sakeena Conducts Midnight Inspection Of JVC Hospital Bemina
In a remarkable display of commitment to public service and healthcare accountability, Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo, conducted surprise midnight inspection of JVC Hospital Bemina and assessed the quality of medical services being delivered during night hours as well as availability of doctors and paramedical staff.
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JULY 25, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
CS Discusses Key Highway Projects With NHAI Chief
Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo on Thursday held a meeting with the Chairperson of the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), Santosh Kumar Yadav, to review the status and expedite the implementation of critical highway infrastructure projects in Jammu and Kashmir.
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JULY 25, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Trump Admin Targets Harvard Exchange Program in New Probe
In the latest in series of Trump administration inquiries targeting Harvard University, the State Department said Wednesday it is investigating whether the Ivy League school will remain part of a government program that provides American visas for students and researchers from other countries.
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JULY 25, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Money Smart Kashmir
Financial literacy isn’t an option. It's how Kashmiris can survive, save, and thrive.
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JULY 25, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
What We’ve Done to Marriage in Kashmir
Kashmiri wedding used to mean a prayer, a promise, and two families coming together. Today, it often means debt.
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JULY 25, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
United Elegant Win Kashmir Super League 2025 League Stage
The 15th and final league-stage matchup of the Khyber Cement Kashmir Super League 2025, powered by Athwas Hyundai and J&K Sports Council was held on Thursday.
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