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Study Points To Oestrogen-linked Pathway For Greater Gut Sensitivity In Women
A new study into why women experience more severe gut pain suggests that oestrogen, the female sexual hormone, increases the release of a gut hormone that promotes satiety, boosting serotonin production, and sensitising nerves in the gut that trigger pain response.
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JANUARY 25, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Snowfall Leaves Dozens of Budgam Villages Disconnected
Heavy snowfall in the upper reaches of Budgam district has left dozens of villages in central Kashmir disconnected, as several vital roads remain uncleared, causing severe hardship to residents.
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JANUARY 25, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Indians World's Most Abandoned Seafarers in 2025
Indians are the most abandoned nationality of seafarers for the second consecutive ‘year as 1,125 cases of abandonment were logged at the end of 2025, a Uk-headquartered global union of transport workers has found.
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JANUARY 25, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
8 Steps To Successfully File A Bike Insurance Claim After An Accident
Accidents are stressful.
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JANUARY 25, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
More Rain, Snow Likely From Jan 26: MeT
A fresh spell of rain and snowfall is likely to affect most parts of Jammu and Kashmir from January 26 as a new western disturbance approaches the region, the India Meteorological Department said on Saturday, advising caution in higher reaches and suspension of farm-related activities.
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JANUARY 25, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Indigo Vacated 717 Slots At Domestic Airports After DGCA Curtailed Winter Flights
IndiGo has vacated more than 700 slots at various domestic airports, following aviation watchdog DGCA curtailing the country's largest airline's winter flights by 10 per cent after massive operational disruptions in early December, according to sources.
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JANUARY 25, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
'Khokh' in the House
An old household warning carries centuries of raids, fear, and memory into everyday speech.
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JANUARY 25, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Inter Milan Bounce Back From 2-0 Down, Demolish Pisa To Extend Lead At Top Of Serie A
Serie A leader Inter Milan recovered from conceding two early goals to beat lowly Pisa 6-2 and open a six-point gap on Friday.
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JANUARY 25, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Public Invited to Republic Day Celebrations Across Kashmir
SRINAGAR: As preparations enter the final phase, Kashmir is set to witness Republic Day celebrations under a comprehensive and tightly coordinated security framework, with authorities encouraging public participation in the national event.
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JANUARY 25, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
J&K Budget Session Set For Heated Exchanges
Opposition To Likely Challenge NC-led Govt Over Poll Promise
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JANUARY 25, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Train Service Witnesses Huge Rush as Highway Remains Closed
As the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway remained closed for the second consecutive day due to slippery conditions, train services witnessed heavy rush with coaches jam-packed.
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JANUARY 25, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
CBSE Mandates Mental Health, Career Counsellors in Affiliated Schools
In a significant policy reform aimed at strengthening students’ mental health and providing them with career guidance, the Central Board of Secondary Education has made the appointment of socio-emotional and career counsellors mandatory in all affiliated schools.
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JANUARY 25, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Al Not Just About Creating Content, It Can Predict Road Crashes Too!
Artificial
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JANUARY 25, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Iran Forces Have 'Finger on Trigger': IRGC
TehranIran's elite Revolutionary Guard is “more ready than ever, finger on the trigger,” its commander said Saturday, as US warships headed toward the Middle East.
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JANUARY 25, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
‘Netanyahu Skipped Davos Amid Arrest Fears’
The outlets carried the report on Wednesday, noting that the regime’s president Isaac Herzog replaced Netanyahu at the event, where he met with German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock a day earlier.
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JANUARY 25, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Tourists Face Ordeal Amid Blocked Roads in Patnitop
UDHAMPUR: Tourists visiting the popular hill resort of Patnitop faced severe inconvenience on Saturday following massive snowfall, with several roads blocked and vehicles trapped in deep snow, officials and locals said.
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JANUARY 25, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Have Some ‘Issues’ With Party, Will Take Them Up: Tharoor
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Saturday said he has some \"issues\" with the party which he would take up with the leadership, but asserted that he has never violated the organisation's stated positions in the Parliament.
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JANUARY 25, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
AI To Operate New Dreamliner With Limitations; Awaits Certain FAA Approvals
Air India will operate its new Boeing 787-9 aircraft with certain limitations as the Tata Group-owned airline is awaiting approvals from the US watchdog FAA for the sliding privacy doors in the plane's business class suites and for 18 economy class seats, sources said.
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JANUARY 25, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Pak Rights Lawyer, Husband Jailed 17 Years Over Posts
Pakistan's eminent human rights lawyer Imran Zainab Mazari-Hazir and her husband lawyer Hadi Ali Chattha, were on Saturday sentenced to a total of 17 years in prison each in a case about social media posts.
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JANUARY 25, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Corporate Fraud: SC Issues Fresh Notices to Anil Ambani
The Supreme Court on Friday asked the CBI and the Enforcement Directorate (ED) to file status reports in a sealed cover within ten days on their ongoing investigations into alleged massive banking and corporate fraud involving the Anil Dhirubhai Ambani Group (ADAG) and its group companies.
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January 24, 2026 Issue
Kashmir Observer
Sanctuaries for Minds
Shrines have always been more than spiritual spaces in the valley.
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January 24, 2026 Issue
Kashmir Observer
Srinagar Police Activate 24×7 Helplines Amid Bad Weather
Srinagar: Amid ongoing inclement weather and forecasts of further deterioration, Srinagar Police on Thursday activated round-the-clock emergency helpline services across the district to safeguard public safety.
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January 24, 2026 Issue
Kashmir Observer
Gusty Winds Damage Homes & Infrastructure Across City
Gusty winds on Thursday evening and during the intervening night created havoc across Srinagar city, leaving a trail of damage to residential houses and public infrastructure, with congested downtown areas bearing the brunt of the severe weather.
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January 24, 2026 Issue
Kashmir Observer
Avalanche Warning For 6 Districts
Authorities in Jammu and Kashmir issued a high-danger avalanche warning on Friday for six districts following fresh snowfall across the region, officials said.
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January 24, 2026 Issue
Kashmir Observer
A Day for Every Girl
The day highlights the reality and aspirations of Kashmiri girls beyond symbolic recognition.
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January 24, 2026 Issue
Kashmir Observer
JeM Terrorist Killed in Kathua Encounter
In a significant breakthrough in counter-terror operations, security forces on Friday eliminated a top Pakistani terrorist linked to the Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) outfit in an encounter in Kathua district of Jammu and Kashmir, police said.
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January 24, 2026 Issue
Kashmir Observer
Snowfall Disrupts Life in Jammu's Higher Reaches
Moderate to heavy snowfall was experienced in high-altitude areas, including the famous Mata Vaishno Devi shrine in the Jammu region, leading to the suspension of traffic on key roads and disruption of air and rail services.
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January 24, 2026 Issue
Kashmir Observer
Devotees Brave Chill at Hazratbal Shrine
SRINAGAR: Amid fresh snowfall and subzero temperatures, hundreds of devotees thronged the Hazratbal Shrine to mark the observance of Friday following Shab-e-Meraj.
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January 24, 2026 Issue
Kashmir Observer
First Snowfall Revives Winter Tourism Hopes at Patnitop
The tourist hill station of Patnitop witnessed its first major snowfall of the season, with two to three feet of snow recorded across the area, bringing relief to tourism stakeholders after a prolonged dry spell.
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January 24, 2026 Issue
Kashmir Observer
Severe Winds Knock Out Power Across Kashmir
Over 80% Power System Operational: KPDCL
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