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DLSA Organises Awareness Prog. On Drug Abuse, Right to Education
District Legal Services Authority (DLSA), Srinagar, in collaboration with the School Education department conducted an awareness programme on ‘Right to Education and Prevention of Child Exploitation and Drug Abuse’ at Govt. Boys Hr. Sec. School Shalimar Srinagar.
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SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
'Terror-Linked Pseudo-Activism’ CIK Raids 8 Locations in J&K, Detains 7
Srinagar: In a major crackdown on what it called a “dangerous ecosystem” operating under the guise of social activism, the Counter Intelligence Kashmir (CIK) wing of Jammu and Kashmir Police on Saturday detained seven suspects during coordinated raids across the Valley.
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SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Trump Announces USD 100,000 HI-B Visa Fee
Move Could Impact Indian Workers In US
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SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Kashmiri Elderly Persons Losing Their Lifetime of Memories
On a late September morning in Budgam, 62-year-old Sameena Ali sits by the window of her family home, staring at the walnut tree outside as if its leaves might offer a clue to the day.
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SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Kisan Mela Held In Budgam
A vibrant Kisan Mela (Farmers' Fair) was successfully organized Saturday at Bahisht-e-Zehra Park in Budgam district, bringing together farmers, agricultural experts, and government officials to promote modern farming techniques, showcase innovative agricultural solutions, and strengthen the agricultural community in the region.
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SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Scholarships This Week
Kashmir Observer in association with Buddy4Study.com presents scholarships available for the meritorious students of Jammu and Kashmir
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SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
India, US Agreed To Intensify Efforts For Early Conclusion Of Trade Deal: MEA
India and the US have agreed to intensify efforts for early conclusion of a \"mutually beneficial\" trade deal, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Friday, amid attempts to repair the bilateral ties that witnessed sharp downturn after Washington slapped punitive tariffs on Indian goods.
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SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Srinagar Gears Up To Host 3rd Junior Asian Pencak Silat C'ship 2025
SRINAGAR: In a display of unity and sportsmanship, the Pencak Silat Association of India organised a welcome ceremony at the iconic Ganta Ghar in Srinagar to mark the curtain raiser of the 3rd Junior Asian Pencak Silat Championship 2025.
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SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Armyman Dies In Udhampur Gunfight
LG Pays Tribute
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SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Restrictions on H-1B visas Full Implications Being Studied: India
India on Saturday said the Trump administration's new restrictions on HIB visa programme are likely to have humanitarian consequences and hoped that the \"disruptions\" would be addressed suitably by the American authorities.
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SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Centre Urges Indians Working Abroad to Return Home
Principal Secretary to Prime Minister, Dr P K Mishra, on Saturday said under its Capacity Building Commission, the Centre had been encouraging Indians working abroad to return to the country.
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SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
7 Held For Running Brothel Under Guise Of Spa In Udhampur
A spa, allegedly being run as a brothel, was raided in the Udhampur district of Jammu and Kashmir, following which seven individuals were arrested, officials said on Saturday.
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SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Chain Stitch On The Brink: Artisan Warns Of Craft’s Slow Death
At 70, Abdul Qayoom Wani of Chattabal, Bagi Sunder Baala in Srinagar, sits bent over a stretched fabric, needle in hand, practising the centuries-old art of chain stitch embroidery.
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SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
'Seva Parv' Activities Continue Across Budgam & Anantnag
BUDGAM: The Department of Youth Services and Sports Budgam continues its ‘Seva Parv’ Activity Calendar as the celebrations entered the fourth consecutive day across the district. The calendar, which spans from September 17 to October 2, has been witnessing daily events aimed at engaging youth in both sports and cultural activities.
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SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Jammu Road Accident Turns Out to Be Shooting; 3 Cops Suspended
Three policemen were suspended after a probe into the death of a woman here last month revealed that she died of gunshot wounds and not in a road accident, an officer said on Saturday.
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SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Amul Cuts Prices of 700 Product Packs
GCMMF, which markets dairy items under Amul brand, on Saturday announced reduction of retail prices of more than 700 product packs, including ghee, butter ice cream, bakery and frozen snacks, as it decided to pass on benefits of the GST rate cut to consumers.
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SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Div Com, IGP Review Arrangements For Forthcoming Festivals
Divisional Commissioner Jammu, Ramesh Kumar and Inspector General of Police, Bhim Sen Tuti today chaired a meeting to review the arrangements made by district administrations for the forthcoming festivals of Navratri, Ram Navami, Dussehra and Diwali.
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SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Liverpool Stays Perfect In Premier League After Beating Everton
Liverpool maintained a perfect start in the Premier League after Ryan Gravenberch scored and assisted in a 2-1 win over Everton on Saturday.
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SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Trump Proposes $6 Bn Arms Sale to Israel
The Trump administration has told Congress it plans to sell nearly USD 6 billion in weapons to Israel, a fresh surge of support for the US ally as it faces increasing isolation over its war in Gaza.
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SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
GST 2.0: ACs Cheaper by ₹4,700, Dishwashers by ₹8,000
Leading appliance makers have reduced prices of room air conditioners by up to Rs 4,500 and on dishwashers by up to Rs 8,000, with new rates set to be rolled out from Monday as companies extend GST benefits to consumers.
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SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Dir SHD Kashmir Reviews Physical & Financial Progress Under Various Schemes
To assess the physical and financial progress under various key schemes and programmes, including UT Capex, Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP), JKCIP, Centrally Sponsored Schemes (CSS), and NABARD, Director, Sheep Husbandry department, Kashmir, Dr. Rafiq Ahmad Shah, Saturday chaired a high-level review meeting, here.
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SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Humanity Through Gratitude
Scrolling through social media in Kashmir often feels like stepping into a battlefield. Comments quickly turn into attacks, old grudges flare, and personal bitterness spreads faster than the morning mist.
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SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Examiner Faces Threat To Life, Returns Answer Papers
One of the examiners feeling threat to his life after conducting the viva voice of the students of private colleges has returned the answer papers to the Director Technical Education without marking them.
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SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
LG Inaugurates New Centre Of Dr. Agarwals Eye Hospital
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha inaugurated the new Centre of Dr. Agarwals Eye Hospital at Qamarwari in Srinagar on Saturday.
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SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Colonial Hangover
From school ties to ceremonial black coats, a witty exploration of India’s enduring fascination with English customs.
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SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Mohanlal to Receive Dadasaheb Phalke Award
NEWS MAKERS
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SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Panel To Review Gair Mumkin Khad Issues
The Jammu and Kashmir Government has constituted a subcommittee to examine issues related to Gair Mumkin Khads, with directions to submit its recommendations within three months.
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SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Rising Tensions: India Aim For Another Dominant Show Against Pakistan
Skipper Suryakumar Yadav will depend heavily on his spin troika as India gear up for yet another demolition act of Pakistan in what promises to be an intense and tense Super 4 face-off of the Asia Cup here on Sunday.
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SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Detained Doda MLA Requests CM To Visit His Constituency To Assess Flood Damage
Detained under Public Safety Act (PSA), sitting AAP MLA Mehraj Malik on Saturday appealed to Chief Minister Omar Abdullah to visit his constituency in Doda district to assess the flood damage, a party spokesperson said.
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SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Pakistani Dating Show Sparks Anger Ahead of Debut on YouTube
A dating show modelled on “Love Island” that features Pakistani contestants has sparked anger in the Muslim-majority country, despite no episodes being aired yet, and the series being only accessible on YouTube.
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