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April 23, 2026
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Anantnag to Conduct Civil Defence Air Raid Mock Drill, Blackout Exercise on April 23

Anantnag, Apr 22: The District Administration Anantnag has announced a Civil Defence Air Raid Mock Drill along with a brief blackout exercise to be conducted on April 23 as part of emergency preparedness measures. As per an official notice issued by Deputy Commissioner (District Magistrate) Anantnag, a copy of which is in the possession of […]

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April 21, 2026
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Was major setback to J&K: Farooq Abdullah on Pahalgam terror attack anniversary

Srinagar, Apr 21 (KNO): National Conference president Farooq Abdullah on Tuesday Pahalgam attack was a major setback for Jammu and Kashmir as he paid tributes to those who lost their lives in the terror inicdent last year.   Speaking to reporters in Bijbehara, per news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), Abdullah said he wants pay tribute […]

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April 21, 2026
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Imtiyaz Ahmad of Unibic Biscuits Honoured for Outstanding Performance at Mega Distributor Meet in Kashmir

Srinagar, April 20: The FMCGDMAK of Kashmir recently organised a Mega Distributor Meet at Marriage Hall, Eidgah, which witnessed one of the largest gatherings of the region’s distribution and sales community. The event brought together key stakeholders from across the sector to celebrate performance, coordination, and business excellence. Among the notable recognitions of the evening, […]

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April 20, 2026
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Fatty liver affects 23-30% of Kashmir’s population: Dr Wahid Akbar

‘Metabolic syndrome, poor dietary habits primary drivers; can be reversed in early stages; FibroScan, ultrasound, CT scan, MRI, liver biopsy tests for diagnosis’ Srinagar, Apr 20 (KNO): As liver diseases continue to rise globally and across the Kashmir valley, health experts are calling for regular health check-ups and a shift toward healthier lifestyles to combat […]

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April 20, 2026
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15 killed, several injured as bus falls into gorge in J-K’s Udhampur

Jammu, Apr 20: At least 15 people were killed and 20 others injured when a passenger bus rolled down a hill in Jammu and Kashmir’s Udhampur district on Monday, officials said.   The accident took place when the bus was negotiating a blind curve near Kagort village in Ram Nagar area around 10 am.   […]

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April 20, 2026
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KU to Hold Special Exams for Students Affected by Transport Strike

Srinagar, April 20: In view of the strike announced by the transporters’ association, authorities at Kashmir University have said that special examinations will be conducted for students who are unable to reach their exam centres due to non-availability of transport. Officials stated that the decision has been taken to ensure that no student suffers academic […]

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April 19, 2026
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Arrangement for Rajya Sabha elections cost J&K exchequer Rs 73548

Srinagar, Apr 18 (KNO): Authorities spent Rs 73548 on conducting the Rajya Sabha elections in the Jammu & Kashmir Union Territory in October 2025.   According to official documents accessed by news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), the J&K Election Department had transferred Rs 1 lakh for the exercise, out of which Rs 73548 was utilized […]

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April 19, 2026
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Fatty liver often silent in early stages, nearly one in every three in Valley affected: Doctors

Urge return to balanced diets, regular physical activity, weight management   Jahangeer Ganaie   Srinagar, Apr 18 (KNO): A worrying rise in fatty liver disease cases across Jammu and Kashmir has been linked to drastic lifestyle changes, unhealthy eating habits, and declining physical activity among residents.   Doctors warned that nearly one in every three […]

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April 19, 2026
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Kashmir’s first Haj 2026 batch departs amid tears and prayers

Emotional scenes at Haj House, airport as 431 pilgrims leave in three flights for Saudi Arabia; 4,704 from J&K to perform pilgrimage this year; CM Omar sees off Hajis at airport   Srinagar, Apr 18 (KNO): Amid scenes of faith, emotion and hope, the first batch of Haj pilgrims from Kashmir Valley departed for Saudi […]