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Kashmir Observer
Kashmir Needs a New Political Culture
Public life in Jammu and Kashmir moves in a cycle that leaves people drained of hope.
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DECEMBER 4, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Untraceable Bear Public Cautioned Amid Ongoing Evening Sightings
A bear, first sighted inside the Kashmir University campus, has triggered alerts across several localities on the outskirts of Srinagar after being repeatedly spotted in areas including Soura, Habak, NIT and Nigeen over the past few days, prompting the Wildlife Protection Department to advise people to remain vigilant.
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DECEMBER 4, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Kashmir's Specially-Abled Decry Stigma
As Jammu and Kashmir marks World Disability Day, parents of specially-abled children have once again highlighted a longstanding concern—the acute shortage of special schools across the Union Territory, a gap they say is depriving their children of quality education and essential developmental support.
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DECEMBER 4, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Sanchar Saathi Govt Withdraws Order To Pre Install App On Smartphones
The government on Wednesday withdrew its order mandating smartphone manufacturers to pre install the Sanchar Saathi cyber security app on all devices.
1 min |
DECEMBER 4, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
J&K Notifies Revised Ex Gratia Rules
Observer News Service
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DECEMBER 4, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
IndiGo Cancels 100 Flights, Airport Chaos Boils Over
IndiGo cancelled more than 100 flights at various airports, and scores of services were delayed on Wednesday as the country's largest airline grappled with significant operational disruptions mainly due to crew shortages and announced calibrated schedule adjustments for the next 48 hours to normalise the operations.
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DECEMBER 4, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
J&K Cabinet Slashes EWS, RBA Quotas To Lift Open Merit Share
Proposal Sent To LG For Final Approval; Centre May Be Consulted
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DECEMBER 4, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
New Wealth Test
Land and gold still shape Kashmir's idea of security, though many families now struggle with daily expenses.
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DECEMBER 4, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Nowpora Fire Guts 5 Houses, Leaves 4 Orphaned Sisters Homeless
A destructive fire swept through Nowpora, Srinagar, on Wednesday afternoon, leaving five homes damaged and families grappling with sudden loss.
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DECEMBER 4, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Srinagar Lives Struggle
‘inter has turned bitter, and the capital of Kashmir feels different. Streets have fewer people, hotels are emptier, and many families are seeing their incomes shrink.
1 min |
DECEMBER 4, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
A Winter of Wild Alarms in Kashmir
A roaming animal becomes a symbol of a valley where forests and people struggle to find space.
3 min |
DECEMBER 4, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Er Rashid Seeks Blanket Liquor Ban In J&K
Jailed Member of Parliament Sheikh Abdul Rashid on Wednesday demanded a blanket ban on liquor in Jammu and Kashmir, arguing that making the Union Territory a dry region should not be viewed through a political or anti national lens.
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DECEMBER 4, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
VDGs Could Join Police For Anti-terror Work: DGP
Praising the contribution of Village Defence Guards (VDGs), Jammu and Kashmir Director General of Police Nalin Prabhat on Wednesday said the force would not hesitate to induct them in regular force for exceptional contribution in counter-terrorism operations.
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DECEMBER 4, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
SA Chase 359 Despite Kohli, Gaikwad Tons to Level Series
Virat Kohli's 53rd ODI ton and Ruturaj Gaikwad's maiden century were eclipsed by a collective effort from South Africa in a steep run chase, giving the visitors a series levelling four wicket-win in the second ODI against India here on Wednesday.
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DECEMBER 4, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
UTLBC Launches Mega Facilitation Drives Across Four J&K Districts
SRINAGAR: The J&K UTLBC will hold Mega Facilitation Camps in Ramban, Ganderbal, Kishtwar and Shopian on Friday, December 5, to help residents trace and claim their unclaimed financial assets.
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DECEMBER 4, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Omar Pledges Clear, Hassle-Free Procedure for Compassionate Appointments
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday said his government is committed to ensuring full transparency and a simplified process in compassionate appointments.
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DECEMBER 4, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Fog Blankets Kashmir, Temp Dips Sharply
Cold conditions have tightened their grip on Kashmir as temperatures dipped further below the freezing point and dense fog covered large parts of the valley, officials said on Wednesday.
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DECEMBER 4, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Human Google Said Goodbye
Six years ago she walked into a small south Kashmir school and made every long walk worth it.
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DECEMBER 4, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
JKPICCA Hails Reforms in J&K’s Horticulture, Cold Chain Sector
The Jammu & Kashmir Fruits & Vegetable Processing & Integrated Cold Chain Association (JKPICCA) conducted its Annual General Meeting (AGM), bringing together members from across the Union Territory to review sectoral progress and chart future strategies for the horticulture and cold chain ecosystem.
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December 3, 2025 Issue
Kashmir Observer
Kohli, Rohit Go Hard in Nets Ahead of 2nd ODI
Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma seemed oblivious to the loud whispers around them, as the stalwarts went about their intense net session in tandem against throw-down specialists during India's nets here ahead of Wednesday's second ODI against South Africa.
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December 3, 2025 Issue
Kashmir Observer
Drung Waterfall Reopens After 6 Months
SRINAGAR: Drung's frozen charm has once again begun drawing visitors, providing a much-needed easing to the over six-month struggle faced by ATV riders in Tangmarg.
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December 3, 2025 Issue
Kashmir Observer
Sanat Nagar Flyover Opens Following CM’s Intervention
Srinagar: Following “urgent directions’ from the Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and the Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary the administration on Tuesday evening opened the Sanat Nagar flyover for traffic movement.
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December 3, 2025 Issue
Kashmir Observer
Kashmir's Broken Canopy
A recent video of workers cutting a “centuries-old chinar” in Kashmir went viral. The branches lay scattered on the road, and people gathered glumly around the stump. Many spoke with sadness. Some were angry. The tree had seen generations grow up around it. Losing it felt like losing a small part of home.
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December 3, 2025 Issue
Kashmir Observer
India Bank on Kohli-Rohit Duo to Seal ODI Series
The chatter around the volatile dressing room environment notwithstanding, India will rely on Virat Kohli's imperious form and Rohit Sharma's indomitable presence to seal a series victory over a doughty South Africa in the second ODI, here on Wednesday.
3 min |
December 3, 2025 Issue
Kashmir Observer
HC Raps Petitioner, Imposes Rs 1 Lakh Costs
SARFAESI Case
1 min |
December 3, 2025 Issue
Kashmir Observer
'Can Intruders Be Given Red Carpet Welcome?' SC Questions Legal Status Of Rohingyas
The Supreme Court on Tuesday sharply questioned the legal status of Rohingyas living in India and asked whether “intruders” should be given a \"red carpet welcome” while the country's own citizens grapple with poverty.
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December 3, 2025 Issue
Kashmir Observer
Chadoora Bridge Closure Disrupts Travel Near Srinagar
SRINAGAR: A key bridge in Chadoora, a busy town in Budgam district, was closed to all traffic this week after engineers declared it unsafe.
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December 3, 2025 Issue
Kashmir Observer
The Man Who Outlasted Twelve Years
How an erstwhile state transport manager faced twelve years of pain and emerged stronger.
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December 3, 2025 Issue
Kashmir Observer
KU Imposes Social Media Sharing Curbs on Staff
The General Administration of the University of Kashmir has issued a formal directive restraining employees from posting, sharing, or circulating any University-related content on social media platforms without authorization.
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December 3, 2025 Issue
Kashmir Observer
Make Compliance Easier Under New Labour Codes: CS
Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo on Tuesday reviewed the implementation of the four new Labour Codes in Jammu and Kashmir, calling the reforms a major step toward simplifying compliance and strengthening worker welfare across the Union Territory.
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