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Kashmir Observer
CS Favors Faster Development of Housing Colonies
In a significant push towards addressing the growing housing requirements of the people of Jammu & Kashmir, the Chief Secretary chaired a meeting on Thursday to assess the progress and future road-map of housing colonies being developed by the Jammu & Kashmir Housing Board (JKHB), Jammu Development Authority (JDA), and Srinagar Development Authority (SDA).
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January 16, 2026 Issue
Kashmir Observer
SKUAST-K to hold 11th AgriTech Mela 'Gongul'
Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir will organise the 11th edition of its flagship AgriTech Mela, titled “Gongul - Onset of Sowing”, at its Shalimar campus from February 14 to 16, 2026.
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January 16, 2026 Issue
Kashmir Observer
Delhi Program Brings Kashmiri Students Into Legal Spotlight
Guided By Top Judges And Corporate Counsels, Students From Kashmir Join Peers From Across India For A Rare Legal Training Experience.
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January 16, 2026 Issue
Kashmir Observer
LG, Home Secy Review Security In J&K
Meetings Examine Anti-terror Strategy, Border Challenges
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January 16, 2026 Issue
Kashmir Observer
MeT Forecast Light Snowfall At Isolated Places
The weather department on Thursday forecast light snow at scattered locations across Jammu and Kashmir till January 21, followed by a wet spell between January 22 and 24, even as minimum temperatures showed a slight rise at most places compared to the previous day.
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January 16, 2026 Issue
Kashmir Observer
Stereotypes in My Own Backyard
Coming home to Kashmir taught me how easily district pride turns into contempt, and how faith, ethics, and history offer a way back to each other.
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January 16, 2026 Issue
Kashmir Observer
From Stigma To Style: Thrift Culture Gains Momentum In Kashmir
Srinagar: Inside a small thrift store in Srinagar, bundled jackets and overcoats are stacked on woven mats and hung along the walls as customers sift through them.
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January 16, 2026 Issue
Kashmir Observer
CM Omar Pushes J&K as Attractive Filmmaking Spot
The Jammu and Kashmir Government is striving hard to make the scenic Union Territory an attractive destination for filmmaking, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said on Thursday.
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January 16, 2026 Issue
Kashmir Observer
7 Specially-abled Students of Abhinandan Home Excel in Class 12 Exams
In an inspiring demonstration of resilience and determination, seven specially-abled students of Abhinandan Home, Rambagh, here, have cleared the Class 12 examinations with distinction, marking yet another proud moment for the institution dedicated to the education of children with disabilities.
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January 16, 2026 Issue
Kashmir Observer
Kashmir Changes Mindset
Kashmir is slowly waking up to a new way of thinking about success, and the change is visible in classrooms, homes, and online discussions.
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January 16, 2026 Issue
Kashmir Observer
QRV Firefighters Reach Forest Belt on Foot
Special fire fighting teams of the Quick Response Vehicle unit from Gaw Kadal Fire Station were on Thursday seen trekking on foot to the Zabarwan Hills to battle a forest fire raging in the upper Nishat forest belt on the outskirts of Srinagar.
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January 16, 2026 Issue
Kashmir Observer
Assets Over Liabilities
How Kashmir can turn everyday spending into lasting financial strength.
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January 16, 2026 Issue
Kashmir Observer
Republic Day 2026: Multi Tier Security Grid Put In Place In J&K
Surveillance Stepped Up, Area Domination Exercises Launched | North Kashmir Borders Put on High Alert Following Infiltration Inputs
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January 16, 2026 Issue
Kashmir Observer
Beyond the Protests
Iran’s Crisis, Sanctions, & Regional Power Play
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January 16, 2026 Issue
Kashmir Observer
Police Nab Drug Peddler in Pulwama
Observer News Service
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January 16, 2026 Issue
Kashmir Observer
An Energy Orb Swinging on a Chinar Branch
A coming-of-age essay where memory, trauma, and belief circle each other like a swing on a chinar branch.
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January 16, 2026 Issue
Kashmir Observer
Airtel, Radio Mirchi Celebrate 21 Years of Connectivity in Kashmir
SrinagarBharti Airtel has successfully concluded its special campaign “Airtel Mubarak” in collaboration with Radio Mirchi across the Kashmir Valley, marking 21 years of the telecom major's presence in the region.
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January 16, 2026 Issue
Kashmir Observer
European Troops Arrive in Greenland Amid Dispute With US
Troops from several European countries, including France, Germany, Norway and Sweden, are arriving in Greenland to help boost the Arctic island's security after talks between representatives of Denmark, Greenland and the US on Wednesday highlighted “fundamental disagreement” between the Trump administration and European allies.
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January 16, 2026 Issue
Kashmir Observer
Upper Nishat Blaze Continues Amid Access Challenges
Srinagar: A forest fire has been raging for the last six days in the Manzgam forest area of Upper Brein Nishat, in Srinagar outskirts and engulfing large stretches of surrounding forest cover, officials said on Thursday.
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January 16, 2026 Issue
Kashmir Observer
Cyber Frauds Worth Rs 184.91 Cr Reported In J&K
Cyber fraud cases amounting to Rs 184.91 crore were reported in Jammu and Kashmir, with authorities managing to recover Rs 32.64 crore due to prompt reporting by victims, Senior Superintendent of Police at the Cyber Investigation Centre for Excellence, Ramesh Gupta, said on Thursday.
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January 16, 2026 Issue
Kashmir Observer
Players' Revolt Puts BPL in Limbo
Bangladesh Crisis
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January 16, 2026 Issue
Kashmir Observer
Henil Grabs 5/16 as India Beat USA by 6 Wickets
Henil Patel led a ruthless bowling display with an excellent five-wicket haul, setting up India's six-wicket victory over USA in their rain-hit ICC Under-19 World Cup opener here on Thursday.
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January 16, 2026 Issue
Kashmir Observer
Blinkit Drops 10-minute Delivery Claim After Labour Min Intervenes
Swiggy, Zepto May Follow Suit
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JANUARY 14, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
One Choice, Many Lives
Aidha Khan
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JANUARY 14, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Dominik Szoboszlai Plays Hero And Villain In Liverpool's FA Cup Win
Dominik Szoboszlai produced a sublime goal and a ridiculous error as Liverpool eased to a 4-1 win over third-tier Barnsley to reach the FA Cup fourth round.
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JANUARY 14, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Houseboats on Jhelum Searched as Security Drill Intensifies
As part of heightened security arrangements ahead of Republic Day on January 26, police conducted searches at various houseboats along the Jhelum in Srinagar on Tuesday.
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JANUARY 14, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Valley's Long Volley
Why thinking long term matters more than ever in Kashmir.
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JANUARY 14, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Kashmir Sees 310 Forest Fire Incidents In 2025
Over 880 Hectares of Forest Land Damaged; Kulgam Tops Area Loss
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JANUARY 14, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Authorities Start Mosque Mapping Drive In Kashmir
Imams, Madrassa Teachers Asked To Share Financial & Personal Details
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JANUARY 14, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Mirwaiz Visits Bhushan Bazaz’s Residence, Offers Condolences
Mirwaiz Umar Farooq on Monday visited the residence of the late Kashmiri Pandit intellectual Bhushan Bazaz in New Delhi and offered condolences to the bereaved family.
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