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Kashmir Observer
Heart Clinic on Wheels: J&K Bank Dedicates Cardiac-Care Unit for the People
Marking the first day of the New Year with a meaningful public welfare initiative, J&K Bank dedicated a ‘Heart Clinic on Wheels’ for the people of Jammu & Kashmir under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) program.
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JANUARY 1, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
KU’s NewGen IEDC Holds Design Thinking Workshop
Srinagar: The NewGen IEDC, Business Innovation & Incubation Centre, University of Kashmir (KU), organised a two-day immersive workshop on ‘Driving Innovation Through Design Thinking’ at the Main Campus.
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JANUARY 1, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
MMU Concerned About 'Vande Mataram' Competition
The Mutahida Majlis-e-Ulema (MMU), the largest conglomerate of Islamic organisations in Jammu and Kashmir, has expressed concern over the circulation and promotion of publicity material related toa singing competition themed on “Vande Mataram” by certain government departments, as well as its reproduction in local newspapers.
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JANUARY 1, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Integrity at the Patwar Khana Will Decide Kashmir’s 2026
Letter to Editor
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JANUARY 1, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
The New Year Begins
The year gone by tested our plans, patience, and dreams. Moving forward, we carry experience, hope, and a sharper understanding of what it means to keep going.
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JANUARY 1, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Chai & Corruption
A first-hand look at how small acts of corruption shape daily life in Kashmir, where even honesty bends to survival.
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JANUARY 1, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
J&K Assembly Budget Session Likely in 2 Phases
The budget session of the Jammu & Kashmir Legislative Assembly is likely to be held in two partsthe first before the holy month of Ramazan and the second after Eid-ul-Fitr, sources said.
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JANUARY 1, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
A Year to Repair
Kashmir enters 2026 carrying the burden of a hard year.
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JANUARY 1, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Kashmir's Handicraft Exports Show Remarkable Growth in FY 2025-26
As Financial Year 2025-26 comes to a close, Jammu & Kashmir's world-renowned handicraft sector has maintained a steady export performance, reaffirming its role as a key economic and cultural pillar of the Union Territory.
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JANUARY 1, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Fire Incidents Drop 25% In J&K In 2025
Fire incidents in Jammu and Kashmir recorded a significant decline in 2025, with 6,039 cases reported during the year, down from 8,033 incidents in 2024, marking a reduction of nearly 25 per cent, officials from the Fire and Emergency Services Department said on Wednesday.
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JANUARY 1, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Security Beefed Up Ahead Of New Year
Multi-Layered Arrangements At Tourist Spots, Entry Points
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JANUARY 1, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
NIA Court Acquits Kulgam Trio Of Terror Charges
A special NIA court here has acquitted three men accused of terror-related offences, holding that the prosecution failed to prove the charges beyond a reasonable doubt and that the case was riddled with material discrepancies and lack of corroboration.
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JANUARY 1, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Kashmir in Kolkata's Imagination
Kashmir in Bengali mind is a land of longing and beauty, traced through literature, film, and history.
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JANUARY 1, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
'Non-Veg Diet, Poor Sleep, Obesity Raise Breast Cancer Risk'
Non-vegetarian diet, poor sleep and obesity have been associated with increased risk of breast cancer which is expected to rise by about 5.6 per cent annually leading to an estimated increase of 0.05 million new cases per year, according to an ICMR study.
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JANUARY 1, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Nimesulide Oral Formulations Above 100 mg Banned
The Union Health Ministry has banned the manufacture, sale and distribution of all oral formulations containing the popular painkiller nimesulide above 100 mg, citing serious risks to health, an official notification said.
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JANUARY 1, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
On New Year, Gulmarg Witnesses Huge Tourist Influx
The world-famous ski resort Gulmarg is witnessing massive tourist arrivals as New Year celebrations kicked off with grandeur, snow and music on Wednesday.
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JANUARY 1, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Incidents of 'Attack' on Kashmiri shawl Sellers Spark Concern
Voicing concern over the alleged incidents of attacks and harassment of Kashmiri shawl sellers in some parts of northern states, leaders and outfits from Jammu and Kashmir have called for coordinated action by the Centre and state governments to ensure the safety and livelihood of migrant traders.
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JANUARY 1, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Low Pay, Long Hours & Lack Of Security Push Gig Workers to The Edge
New Delhi: Long working hours, shrinking incentives, low monthly earnings and the absence of insurance or medical support have left gig workers struggling to make ends meet, prompting many of them to voice their grievances and seek stronger social security measures.
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JANUARY 1, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Plans We Make
The rush to own a house often drains savings that could shape a child's future.
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JANUARY 1, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
The Art of Beginning Again
As 2026 unfolds, we carry forward the lessons of the past: patience, courage, and the Joy of persistence.
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JANUARY 1, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Srinagar Stays Dry: Rain, Snow Forecast Misses Plains
Contrary to the weather forecast issued by the Meteorological Centre Srinagar, the city did not witness any snowfall or rainfall on December 31, with Srinagar and its adjoining areas remaining dry throughout the day.
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JANUARY 1, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
LG, CM Extend New Year Greetings
Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, Manoj Sinha, and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday extended warm greetings to the people on the eve of New Year 2026, expressing hope for peace, prosperity and inclusive development in the Union Territory.
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JANUARY 1, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Police Register 172 NDPS Cases in 2025, Seize Drugs Worth Crores
Srinagar Police on Wednesday released consolidated data highlighting major achievements under the NDPS Act during the year 2025, reflecting an intensified crackdown on drug trafficking and abuse across the district.
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JANUARY 1, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Kashmir Rings In New Year With Tourism Revival
Kashmir's tourism sector witnessed a strong New Year revival on Wednesday, with heavy tourist footfall reported at key destinations, particularly Gulmarg and Pahalgam, bringing renewed optimism to the industry after months of uncertainty.
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JANUARY 1, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Serpents & Stones
Robin Koul takes readers deep into Ramban, a mountainous district in Jammu & Kashmir, revealing its sacred traditions, local deities, and the history written into the land.
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JANUARY 1, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Op Sindoor Sent Clear Global Message: GOI
Operation Sindoor stands as a \"resounding testament” to India's unwavering resolve against terrorism, and with precision and professionalism, the Indian armed forces struck deep into the heart of Pakistan's terror infrastructure, delivering a \"calibrated and decisive blow\", the defence ministry said on Wednesday.
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JANUARY 1, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
J&K Sees Sustained Sporting Rise in 2025
Sports in Jammu and Kashmir have thrived on raw talent and resilience for decades despite limited infrastructure and exposure.
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JANUARY 1, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Div Com Reviews Natipora Junction, Barzulla Underpass
To address persistent traffic congestion and ensure smooth vehicular movement on the Rambagh-Natipora-Chanapora road, the Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg, accompanied by the Deputy Commissioner Srinagar, Akshay Labroo, conducted a spot visit of Natipora Junction and Barzulla underpass.
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JANUARY 1, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Kashmir's Masculinity Trap
Men in Kashmir face growing stress and mental health challenges under societal and economic pressures.
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December 19, 2025 Issue
Kashmir Observer
Aspirants Hail Termination of 103 Firemen in Recruitment Fraud
Aspirants affected by the 2020 Fire and Emergency Services recruitment scam on Thursday thanked Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and BJP leader Ravindra Raina for \"a transparent and fair handling of the inquiry\" that led to the termination of 103 firemen earlier this week.
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