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Death Rates Among Youth Not Declining, Despite Overall Drop Globally: Lancet Study
Despite overall death rates declining by 67 per cent across the world, mortality rates among young adults have not witnessed a similar pattern due to factors such as suicide, drug overdose and high alcohol consumption, according to a global study published in The Lancet journal.
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OCTOBER 16, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
DC Shopian Reviews Progress of Rural Development Works
SHOPIAN: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Shopian, Shishir Gupta, today chaired a comprehensive review meeting to assess the status and progress of projects being executed under the Rural Development Department (RDD) sector as part of the District Capex Budget, 2025-26.
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OCTOBER 16, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Former IGNOU VC Inspires at IUST’s ‘Meet the Eminent’ Session
The Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) on Monday hosted a distinguished academic interaction under its ‘Meet the Eminent’ programme featuring Prof. M. Aslam, Former Vice Chancellor of Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU), New Delhi.
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OCTOBER 16, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Dy CM Urges Sajjad Lone to Exercise Restraint in Language
Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Kumar Choudhary on Wednesday expressed deep respect for senior politician Sajjad Lone’s late father while advising Lone to maintain civility in his public statements.
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OCTOBER 16, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Women’s Harassment in Public Transport
A Growing Pain in Kashmir
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OCTOBER 16, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
GCW Marks 75 Years of Excellence in Women’s Education
College Celebrates Legacy of Empowering Women and Shaping J&K's Educational Landscape
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OCTOBER 16, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
J&K By-polls: BJP Announces Candidates
Aga Mohsin for Budgam, Devyani Rana for Nagrota
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OCTOBER 16, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
BCCI President Mithun Manhas Attends Ranji Opener In Srinagar
The Sher-e-Kashmir Cricket Stadium in Srinagar witnessed a momentous day on Wednesday as newly-elected BCCI President Mithun Manhas spent almost the entire day at the venue during the Ranji Trophy Elite Group D match between J&K and Mumbai.
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OCTOBER 16, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
A Call for Active Living and Dietary Reform
Cancer Surge in Kashmir
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OCTOBER 16, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
A System in Need of Care
Societal trends shaped by political priorities in Jammu and Kashmir have stripped the teaching profession of its status and sanctity, reducing it to little more than a routine vocation, indistinguishable from hawking garments on the street.
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OCTOBER 16, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Illegal Mining Needs Internal Collusion: CM
Calls for End to Collusion and Push for Transparency
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OCTOBER 16, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Private Schooling in J&K Costs Parents Over Rs 37,000
In Jammu and Kashmir, on an average a student of a private senior secondary institute bears a cost of over Rs 37,000 on school expenditure during the current academic year.
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OCTOBER 16, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Day 1: Mumbai Fight Back To Reach 336/5 Against J&K In Srinagar
Siddhesh Lad struck a gritty 116 while Shams Mulani made an unbeaten 79 to drive Mumbai to 336 for five after an early wobble on the opening day of their Ranji Trophy Elite Group D match against Jammu and Kashmir here on Wednesday.
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OCTOBER 16, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Study Links Patterns In RNA Sequences With Genes Contributing To Psychiatric Disorders
A new study has found a connection between special patterns in RNA sequences within the ribosome -- the cell's protein production machinery -- and genes known to contribute towards psychiatric disorders, including autism, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia.
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OCTOBER 16, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
All Barriers Removed, Justice For Terror Victims Assured: LG
Says Over 250 Terror Victims Given Jobs; Remaining Cases In Progress
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OCTOBER 16, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Football Selection Trials For Junior Girls On October 17 & 18
The J&K Sports Council announced Wednesday that it will conduct Open Selection Trials to select the J&K Junior Girls Football Team for participation in the Dr. Talimeren Ao Junior Girls National Football Championship 2025-26.
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OCTOBER 16, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Trapped Between Merit & Reservation
Examinations that were once a test of knowledge now feel like a lottery where birth and category matter more than ability writes Muhammad Arbaaz Niazii
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OCTOBER 16, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Three Long-Time Absconders Arrested in Srinagar & Shopian: Police
In a major development in its ongoing drive against absconders and proclaimed offenders, Jammu and Kashmir Police on Wednesday arrested three individuals who had been evading the law for years in Srinagar and Shopian.
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OCTOBER 16, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
J&K Bank Opens New Cluster Office In Udhampur To Boost Operations
In line with its strategic focus on enhanced customer convenience through operational excellence, J&K Bank has inaugurated a new Cluster Office in Udhampur to further strengthen its service delivery and business operations in the region.
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OCTOBER 16, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
UT Level Volleyball For Boys U-14 & U-19 Concludes In Budgam
BUDGAM: The Department of Youth Services and Sports Budgam-hosted Division Level Volleyball Tournament for Under-14 and Under-19 boys concluded at Government Boys Higher Secondary School Beerwah on Wednesday.
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OCTOBER 16, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Matric Exams Postponed; Teachers Threaten To Sabotage Govt Move
From KO Archives
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OCTOBER 16, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Darbagh Shopian Residents Demand Bridge Over Nallah Tongri
SHOPIAN: The residents of Darbagh Watchi in Zainapora subdivision of South Kashmir’s Shopian district have appealed to the administration for the construction of a concrete bridge over Nallah Tongri, a crucial link that was damaged during the 2014 floods and has remained unsafe ever since.
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OCTOBER 15, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
DG ITBP Calls on LG Ladakh
Observer News Service
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OCTOBER 15, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Op Sindoor Showed We Will Avenge Every Drop Of Blood: LG
Asserting that Operation Sindoor was the result of the valour and sacrifice of the Indian armed forces, Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha said that the operation sent out a message to the world that India will avenge every drop of its citizens' blood.
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OCTOBER 15, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Paintball Fever Grips Kashmir as 'New Splash' of Adventure
Kashmir’s Youth Embrace New Wave of Recreation
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OCTOBER 15, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Pahalgam Attack Severely Affected J&K Economy: CM
Says GST Revision Alone Could Slash J&K Revenue By Rs 1,000 Crore
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OCTOBER 15, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
JKTAB Forum Launched, Chaya Appointed Chairman
In a landmark development, Jammu and Kashmir’s travel, tourism, hospitality and allied sectors have formally come together under a single platform -the Jammu and Kashmir Tourism and Allied Business Forum.
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OCTOBER 15, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Apple Demand Picks Up After Month-Long Slump
Growers Urge Govt to Compensate for Earlier Losses
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OCTOBER 15, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
DG ITBP Calls on LG Ladakh
Observer News Service
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OCTOBER 15, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Apple Demand Picks Up After Month-Long Slump
Growers Urge Govt to Compensate for Earlier Losses
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