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Inter-School Zonal Level Chess Competition Kicks Off In Budgam
BUDGAM: The Department of Youth Services and Sports (DYSSO) Budgam kick-started its annual calendar of activities with the Inter-School Zonal Level Chess Competition for Under-14 and Under-17 girls at Zone Narbal.
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APRIL 12, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
ECI Rejects Suggestions On EVMs’ Vulnerability To Hacking
The Election Commission on Friday rejected the suggestions that Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) used in the country are vulnerable to hacking, asserting that the machines work like simple calculators which are not connected to the internet or infrared.
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APRIL 12, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
26/11 Accused Sent To 18-Day NIA Custody
New Delhi: The National Investigation Agency on Friday began an extensive interrogation of Mumbai terror attack mastermind Tahawwur Hussain Rana to uncover the \"deeper layers of the conspiracy\" as the probe agency told a Delhi court it suspects he had plans to target other Indian cities as well with similar large-scale strikes.
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APRIL 12, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
IPL: Clinical KKR Dominate, Beat CSK By 8 Wickets
CHENNAI: A clinical Kolkata Knight Riders thrashed a completely disoriented Chennai Super Kings by eight wickets in an Indian Premier League match here on Friday.
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APRIL 12, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Commissioner SMC Reviews Progress Under PMAY-U 2.0
Commissioner SMC, Dr.Owais Ahmed Friday chaired a review meeting to assess the progress of the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana - Urban 2.0 (PMAY-U 2.0).
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APRIL 12, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
SKUAST-K, AICRP Distribute Seed Among Tribal Farmers
Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Budgam in collaboration with AICRP on Seed (Crops) NSP, Shalimar SKUAST Kashmir organized an input distribution programme under Tribal SubPlan at KVK Budgam.
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APRIL 12, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Govt Focusing On Boosting Entrepreneurship, Employment: Dy CM
Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Kumar Choudhary, convened a comprehensive meeting to review the functioning of Labour and Employment department.
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APRIL 12, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Cyber Police Jammu Refunds Rs 63 Lakhs To Victims
The Cyber Police Station Jammu has achieved a significant milestone in its efforts to combat cybercrime, successfully saving online financial fraud amounting to Rs 63,20,883 in the first quarter of 2025.
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APRIL 12, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Table, Talks and Treatment
In terms of status, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah's current position appears to echo that of Ivan Dmitritch Tchervyakov, a character from Anton Chekhov's celebrated short story.
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APRIL 12, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Sumo-Borne Men Abduct, Beat Cop
A traffic police constable was admitted in the hospital in a critical condition after being dropped half dead by some unidentified abductors outside the Batwara gate of the army headquarters in Badamibagh cantonment here this afternoon.
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APRIL 12, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
'Sharper Probes, Better Prosecution To Boost Convictions In NDPS Cases'
Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, chaired the 13th UT Level NCORD (Narcotics Coordination) meeting to review progress on tackling drug trafficking and abuse across Jammu & Kashmir.
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APRIL 12, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Mian Altaf Appointed Member Of J&K Haj Committee
The government has appointed Mian Altaf Ahmad, Member of Parliament from Rajouri-Anantnag constituency, as a member of the Jammu and Kashmir Haj Committee.
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APRIL 12, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Another Group Dissociates From Hurriyat: Shah
'12 Organizations Have Renounced Separatism Till Now' » Calls Move Victory Of PM's Vision For Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat
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APRIL 12, 2025 ISSUE
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ZEO Tangdar Orders Probe Into Alleged Teacher Negligence
Amid complaints of negligence by teaching staff at the Government Upper Primary School (UPS) Upper Jabdi in Tangdar, the Zonal Education Officer (ZEO) has launched a formal inquiry and sought immediate explanations from the concerned teachers.
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APRIL 12, 2025 ISSUE
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‘Saudi Govt’s Visa Suspension Won’t Impact Hajj Pilgrims From J&K’
The Saudi Arabia government’s recently imposed temporary ban on the issuance of Umrah, tourist and visit visas ahead of the Hajj-2025 has sparked concerns among the aspiring pilgrims in Jammu and Kashmir.
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APRIL 12, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
JK Likely To Require Additional 1862 MU Power In 2026-27
Amid surge in power demand, Jammu and Kashmir is likely to require additional 1862.53 Million Units (MUs) of power from the year 2026-27.
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APRIL 12, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
A Home for Hope in Kashmir
A glimpse into an orphanage where education isn't just taught, but lived—and where every child is nurtured to rise above circumstance.
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APRIL 12, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Kashmir's Agricultural Emergency
Kashmir is witnessing an alarming loss of farmland, raising red flags over looming food insecurity and the region's accelerating shift toward industrial and urban expansion.
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APRIL 11, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Xiaomi Brings Cinematic Experience Home with a New QLED TV Range
Building on 15 Years of Innovation, Xiaomi Unveils the Upgraded X Pro Series QLED TVs for a Premium Viewing Experience
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APRIL 11, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
When Others Run, You Buy
In recent times, the stock market has been subjected to a whirlwind of volatility, alarmingly triggered by issues stemming from political and economic decisions in the United States. Many investors find themselves questioning the wisdom of their investments. The headlines buzz with panic, and the temptation to withdraw is high. But history has shown us multiple times that within every dip lies the seed of an opportunity.
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APRIL 11, 2025 ISSUE
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‘Agriculture, Allied Sectors Power Over 78% Of J&K’s GDP’
‘he Jammu and Kashmir government on Monday informed the Legislative Assembly that agriculture and allied sectors contribute over 78 percent to the Union Territory's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and provide livelihoods to more than 13 lakh families.
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APRIL 11, 2025 ISSUE
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Kashmir Earns Rs 181 Crore From Minor Mineral Extraction In 5 years
The Kashmir division has witnessed a significant boost in revenue from minor mineral extraction, collecting Rs 181.04 crore over the past five years.
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APRIL 11, 2025 ISSUE
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Sanat Nagar Residents Seek Removal Of Roadside Vendors
The residents of Sanath Nagar area here have raised concerns over the increasing number of roadside vendors occupying footpaths during evening and night hours, leading to frequent traffic jams and inconvenience to the commuters.
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APRIL 11, 2025 ISSUE
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PSL Matches To Begin 1 Hour After IPL Games To Avoid Clash
The Pakistan Super League management, in a bid to minimise direct airtime clash with the Indian Premier League, has scheduled its matches one hour after the IPL matches commence.
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APRIL 11, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Lingering Stray Menace
The ongoing escalation in dog bite incidents across Kashmir is yet another grim reminder that the government has failed to check the dog population. Early this April, at least 44 dog bite cases were reported on a single from various districts, including Srinagar, Kupwara, Pulwama, and Narbal. Downtown Srinagar was the most affected, with over 20 people, including women and children, reportedly attacked by a rabid dog in the congested localities of Sakidafar and Nowpora. This may also be because the Srinagar cases are reported more than those from the other parts of the Valley.
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APRIL 11, 2025 ISSUE
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CS Pushes For Tourism Promotion Of Reasi’s ‘Iconic Rail Bridges’
Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo Thursday conducted an exhaustive visit to two of the region's most iconic engineering landmarks; the Anji Khad Bridge and the world's highest railway bridge over the Chenab River in Reasi district.
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APRIL 11, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
No One Will Be Allowed To Spread Terror In J&K: Shah
Says Meeting With Omar ‘Cordial’, Focused On Governance & Security
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APRIL 11, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
‘Agriculture, Allied Sectors Power Over 78% Of J&K’s GDP”
‘he Jammu and Kashmir government on Monday informed the Legislative Assembly that agriculture and allied sectors contribute over 78 percent to the Union Territory's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and provide livelihoods to more than 13 lakh families.
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APRIL 11, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Director Floriculture Convenes Awareness Prog
Srinagar: Ina significant step towards strengthening the Floriculture sector and promoting sustainable livelihoods in the Kashmir Valley, Shakeel ur Rehman, Director Floriculture, Kashmir, convened an interactive session with Floriculture growers and entrepreneurs at the Malis Training School, Rajbagh, Srinagar.
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APRIL 11, 2025 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Pilot Dies After Operating Flight From Sgr To Delhi
An Air India Express pilot died due to a medical condition in the national capital on Wednesday soon after operating a flight from Srinagar, according to a source.
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