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Panchayat Polls In J&K Unlikely for Now
Even though the State Election Commission has initiated the process of revising Panchayat electoral rolls, the chances of holding local body elections in the near future appear bleak.
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APRIL 12, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Beyond the Job Title
One young Kashmiri educator reflects on how leaving work revived her sense of self, purpose, and peace.
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APRIL 12, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
It's Alcaraz vs. Sinner Again In The Monte Carlo Masters Final
Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner will renew their “Sincaraz” rivalry when they meet in the Monte Carlo Masters final on Sunday with the No. 1 ranking at stake.
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APRIL 12, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
OTP, KYC, AI Scams On Rise As Cyber Crime Deepens In Kashmir
22 Lakh Recovered In 3 Months; Police Flag Low Awareness As Key Risk
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APRIL 12, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
1,222 Posts Lying Vacant at SKIMS
Jammu and Kashmir’s premier tertiary care hospital, Sheri-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS), Soura, is grappling with an acute manpower crisis, with more than half of its sanctioned posts lying vacant, raising serious concerns over patient care and healthcare delivery in the Valley.
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APRIL 12, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Govt Directs SSSA Rollout By May-2026
Srinagar: The government has directed the Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education (JKBOSE) to ensure implementation of State School Standards Authority (SSSA) by May 2026.
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APRIL 12, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Baand Set for Grand World Premiere in Srinagar
A defining moment in the history of Kashmiri cinema is about to unfold as Baand, the much-anticipated Kashmiri-language feature film, prepares for its grand world premiere at INOX Cinema Srinagar on April 14, 2026.
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APRIL 12, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
CM Hails SKUAST-K Achievement In Gucchi Cultivation
Srinagar: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday congratulated Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir for achieving a significant breakthrough in morel mushroom research, describing it as a major step towards strengthening scientific innovation and rural livelihoods.
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APRIL 12, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Grains That Moved Empires
A small berry from the Western Ghats set vast networks in motion, binding ecologies, markets, and empires across the Indian Ocean and beyond.
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APRIL 12, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
India Lose 0-2 To Kenya In FIFA Series 2026 Semifinal
The Indian women's team dished out a mediocre performance to lose 0-2 to lower-ranked Kenya in the semifinal of the FIFA Series 2026 here on Saturday.
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APRIL 12, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
HC Stresses ‘Utmost Expedition’ In NDPS Trials
The High Court of J&K and Ladakh has underscored that trials under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act must be conducted with “utmost expedition,” given the stringent bail provisions and severe punishments under the law.
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APRIL 12, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Unusual Tornado-Like Phenomenon Hits Akhnoor
Jammu: A rare tornado-like weather event was reported in the Akhnoor area of Jammu on Saturday, lasting for around 10 minutes, with no damage recorded, according to Kashmir Weather.
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APRIL 12, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Ladakh Finally Gets Separate Aadhaar Identity
Nearly seven years after Ladakh was carved out as a Separate Union Territory from the erstwhile state of Jammu and Kashmir in 2019, Aadhaar records of its residents have finally been updated to reflect a distinct identity, with the ‘Jammu and Kashmir’ label replaced by ‘Ladakh’.
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APRIL 12, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
No Day Off for Mothers
On National Safe Motherhood Day, one Kashmiri daughter asks why we celebrate mothers once a year while ignoring their daily exhaustion.
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APRIL 12, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
PSAJk Elects New Pulwama Leadership
In a significant development for the Private School Association Jammu and Kashmir (PSAJK), members of the Pulwama district assembled in large numbers to elect their new district leadership.
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APRIL 12, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Samson's Hundred, Overton's Miserly Spell Give CSK First Win Of IPL 2026
After three silent outings, Sanju Samson rediscovered his batting range with a fabulous hundred and bowlers' fangs regrew as Chennai Super Kings defeated Delhi Capitals by 23 runs to register their first win of IPL 2026 here on Saturday.
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APRIL 12, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
The Pilgrimage of Friendship
A Kashmiri memoir of hospitality, Haj, and human connection that transcended geography and religion.
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APRIL 12, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Kashmir's Reform Problem
The Private Universities Bill opens a door, but only honest reform can keep young people home.
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APRIL 12, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Markets Bounce Back with 1% Gain, Sensex Rallies 900 Points
Stock market benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty surged over 1 per cent on Friday, propelled by buying in banking counters and a positive trend in global equities.
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APRIL 11, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Ex Iran FM Kharazi Succumbs to Wounds
TehranDr. Seyed Kamal Kharazi, head of the Strategic Council on Foreign Relations, passed away early Friday, April 10, 2026, due to severe injuries sustained in a terrorist attack.
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APRIL 11, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Bharat Budget Quest 2026 to Engage 620 Youth in UT
SRINAGAR: Stating that youth will play a central role in shaping India’s future, Director, My Bharat J&K, Nisar Ahmad Bhatt, on Friday said the upcoming “My Bharat Budget Quest 2026” is designed to actively involve young people in policy-making and governance processes.
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APRIL 11, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Peak Hour Power Crunch Likely To Hit J&K This Month
Srinagar:: Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh are likely to face nearly eight percent power deficit against the total availability during the peak hours in the ongoing month of April.
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APRIL 11, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
11,000 Litres of Milk Poured into Narmada
Nearly 11,000 litres of milk were poured into Narmada river in Madhya Pradesh’s Sehore district as part of a religious ritual, prompting environmentalists to flag its negative impact on the ecosystem.
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APRIL 11, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Counting Brides in Rupees
In Kashmir’s marriage market, the language of love is increasingly replaced by the arithmetic of income.
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APRIL 11, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Fencing of Three Bridges to be Completed Within a Week: DC
Deputy Commissioner Srinagar Akshay Labroo on Friday said the fencing of three bridges in Sher-e-Khass is nearing completion and will be finished within a week.
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APRIL 11, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Only 3 Families Return Under ₹1,618 Cr Migrant Package: RTI
Jammu: The Jammu and Kashmir administration has outlined details of a rehabilitation package for Kashmiri migrants, including housing, employment, and financial assistance components, in response to a Right to Information (RTI) query, official documents show.
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APRIL 11, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
ISL: Chennaiyin FC Look to Bounce Back Against In-form East Bengal
Chennaiyin FC will look to put behind their recent setbacks and return to winning ways when they host East Bengal in an Indian Super League match here on Saturday.
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APRIL 11, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Zaffer Akeel Shah Assumes Charge As MD Of JKB Financial Services Ltd
In a significant leadership transition, Zaffer Akeel Shah has assumed charge as the Managing Director of JKB Financial Services Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of J&K Bank.
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APRIL 11, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Dr Farooq Slams Talks of Noble Prize for Pak PM
National Conference President Farooq Abdullah on Friday said it is \"unfortunate\" that someone is demanding a Nobel Peace Prize for brokering peace between the US and Iran, asserting that the cause of humanity is much bigger.
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APRIL 11, 2026 ISSUE
Kashmir Observer
Panel To Draft Bovine Transport SOPs
The Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has constituted a high-level committee to draft comprehensive Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for regulating the transport of bovine animals across the Union Territory, officials said on Friday.
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