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Kashmir Observer
Modernisation or Moral Decline?
We once took pride in being the Land of Sufis, Today, however, that pride seems to have faded as we drift toward blind imitation of Western culture.
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OCTOBER 17, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
A Year In Office: Judge Our Govt After 5 Yrs, Says CM
Urges PM Modi & HM Shah To Restore Statehood
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OCTOBER 17, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Kashmir Fruit Trees Sprout Out of Season: Not Climate Change, Experts Clarify
Horticulturists Advice Gowers Not To Respond Hastily By Irrigating Or Applying Fertilizers
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OCTOBER 17, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
CM Omar Hands Over Regularisation Orders to 863 CPWs
JAMMU: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday handed over regularisation orders to 863 Contingent Paid Workers (CPWs) of the School Education Department from multiple districts of Jammu province.
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OCTOBER 17, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Darbar Move: Between Legacy and Logic
Chief Minister Omar Abdullah’s announcement of the revival of the Durbar Move after a four-year hiatus has stirred both nostalgia and controversy across Jammu and Kashmir.
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OCTOBER 17, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Sports Minister Visits Pampore, Assesses Facilities At Key Grounds
Minister for Youth Services & Sports Satish Sharma on Thursday visited two key sports grounds at Tanchabagh and Kadalbal in Pampore to gather firsthand assessment of the sports facilities available and review requirements for their upgradation.
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OCTOBER 17, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Under PM Modi’s Leadership, Challenges Turning into Opportunities: Rajnath Singh
Says ‘Operation Sindoor’ Exhibited Courage of Soldiers, India’s Technological Capabilities
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OCTOBER 17, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Counter False Narratives: LG To Writers
'Youth Of J&K Deeply Engaging With Nation’s History'
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OCTOBER 17, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
In Defense of Encryption
Breaking encryption is like tearing open a letter in transit; client-side scanning Is like someone reading over your shoulder as you write it.
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OCTOBER 17, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Careless Heating Practices Spark Most Winter Fires, Says F&ES
F&E Issues Winter Advisory; Urges Use of ISI-marked Appliances, Safe LPG Handling
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OCTOBER 17, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
A Kashmiri Investor’s Hidden Advantage
Read This Before You Buy Anything
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OCTOBER 17, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
When Morality Fades
The Rise of Pre-Marital Culture in a Faithful Society
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OCTOBER 17, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Transporters Protest Route Closures, Say Livelihoods Threatened
Growing discontent is brewing within Srinagar’s private transport sector, as drivers and vehicle owners have accused authorities of arbitrarily closing several key routes and introducing major diversions, severely impacting both transporters and commuters.
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OCTOBER 17, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Create Special Jails For Fugitives In Every State: Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday suggested the creation of a special prison for fugitives in each state that meets international standards, and cancel the passports of those facing Interpol red notices to blunt their claims of mistreatment upon extradition and stop their free movement across borders.
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OCTOBER 17, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Filling Vacant Posts Employer's Discretion: HC
Says Candidate Cannot Dictate Employer To Fill All Vacancies
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OCTOBER 17, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Real Kashmir FC Pulls Out Of AIFF Super Cup Over Visa Delays
I-League team Real Kashmir FC have withdrawn from the upcoming Super Cup due to a delay in procuring visas for their foreign players, the club said on Thursday, October 15.
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OCTOBER 17, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Between Tradition and Treatment: The Battle for Healing
When faith attempts to replace medicine rather than stand beside it, the line between belief and danger becomes perilously thin.
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OCTOBER 17, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
1,614 J&K Policemen Killed In Past 3 Decades: DGP
Stating that more than 1,614 Jammu and Kashmir policemen laid down their lives over the past three decades while fighting Pakistan and its proxies, Director General of Police (DGP) Nalin Prabhat on Thursday reiterated the force's commitment to maintaining peace and stability in the Union Territory.
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OCTOBER 17, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Lifting of Curbs Marks Full Return to Normalcy in Ladakh: LG Kavinder Gupta
In a significant development signaling complete restoration of peace and normalcy, Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Kavinder Gupta chaired a high-level security review meeting at the LG Secretariat, Leh, to assess the prevailing law and order and overall security scenario across the Union Territory.
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OCTOBER 17, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
‘Time Used Differently Across Society Can Undermine How One Manages Dementia Risk’
How time is used differently by sections of a society and therefore gets unequally distributed can significantly undermine one's ability to manage their risk of dementia, researchers argue and call for policies that allow an individual to engage in brain-healthy behaviours.
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OCTOBER 17, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
'Clear Our Bills First' Mufti Sets Conditions For Backing NC In RS Polls
Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) President Mehbooba Mufti on Thursday said her party would consider supporting the National Conference (NC) in the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections only if the government clears two key bills proposed by the PDP in the next assembly session.
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OCTOBER 17, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Dy CM Vows Transparency, Completion of Pending Projects
SRINAGAR: Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Kumar Choudhary on Thursday reaffirmed the government’s commitment to transparency, accountability, and timely completion of developmental projects, stating that the Omar Abdullah-led administration would present its performance and achievements before the public at the end of its term.
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OCTOBER 17, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
'Craft Bazar' at KU Showcases Kashmir's Timeless Artistry & Craft Innovation
In a vibrant celebration of Kashmir's timeless craftsmanship and cultural legacy, the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) Srinagar on Wednesday inaugurated a three-day event titled “Craft Bazar - Artisan Awareness Workshop and Craft Demonstration” at the University of Kashmir.
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OCTOBER 17, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
MoS Home Affairs Attends Closing Of All India Police Games Judo Cluster J&K Police Clinch Top Honours in Pencak Silat
The 10th All India Police Games Judo Cluster concluded in Thursday at the Sher-e-Kashmir Indoor Sports Complex, Srinagar, in a vibrant ceremony attended by the Union Minister of State for Home Affairs, Bandi Sanjay Kumar, as the Chief Guest.
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OCTOBER 17, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Terror Handler's Property Seized Under UAPA
A property of an alleged terror handler operating from Pakistan was attached on Thursday under the UAPA in Budgam district, police said.
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OCTOBER 17, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
What We Eat Today Shapes Our Health Tomorrow, say Doctors
SRINAGAR: Health experts have underlined the growing role of food habits in determining an individual's risk of developing chronic diseases such as heart problems, diabetes, obesity, and certain forms of cancer.
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OCTOBER 17, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Severe Gridlock Hits Jammu-Sgr Highway
What should have been a routine journey between Qazigund and Ramban has turned into a nightmare for commuters, with severe traffic snarls plaguing the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway.
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OCTOBER 17, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Mirwaiz Lays Foundation Stone of Masjid Usman in Hawal
Srinagar: Mirwaiz Muhammad Umar Faroog, on Wednesday laid the foundation stone of Masjid Usman (RA) at Usman Colony, Hawal, Srinagar, amid a warm and heartfelt welcome by the men and women of the locality.
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OCTOBER 16, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Pak, Afghanistan Agree To 48-Hour Ceasefire
Pakistan on Wednesday said a 48-hour ceasefire has been agreed with Afghanistan, amid border clashes between the two countries that have killed dozens of people on both sides.
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OCTOBER 16, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Police Conduct Raids on Residences of Terrorist Aides Across City
In a continued crackdown on terror networks and their support structures, Srinagar Police on Wednesday carried out extensive raids at multiple locations across the city as part of an ongoing effort to dismantle the terror ecosystem and curb unlawful activities.
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