Kashmir Observer
Drug Influx Part Of Larger Conspiracy: LG
Srinagar: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday said the influx of drugs into Jammu and Kashmir is part of a larger conspiracy aimed at undermining the future of the youth, as he chaired a high-level meeting to review preparedness for the...
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Ceasefire Teeters As Iran Says ‘Hands On Trigger’
Tehran: A fragile ceasefire between Iran, the United States and Israel appeared to be unravelling within hours of its announcement on Wednesday, as Iran warned of a possible return to full-scale war following Israeli strikes in Lebanon that Tehran...
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NGT Team Surveys Illegal Mining In Kashmir Villages
Srinagar: A team appointed by the National Green Tribunal on Tuesday inspected sites in Pulwama and Budgam districts where residents have alleged large-scale illegal earth mining. The joint team included senior officials from the Ministry of...
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Mission Ongoing On UCC, One Nation One Election: PM Modi
Srinagar: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said the government’s push for key reforms such as the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) and ‘One Nation, One Election’ remains firmly on track, with “serious discussions” underway and “tremendous progress”...
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CAG Flags ₹34,000 Crore Unutilized Funds in J&K
Srinagar: The Comptroller and Auditor General of India has flagged serious financial management lapses in Jammu and Kashmir, revealing that over ₹34,000 crore in savings were not surrendered by government departments during 2023–24, in violation of...
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Foreign MBBS Under Scanner: NMC Warns Against Non-Compliant Colleges
New Delhi: For thousands of Indian students unable to secure a medical seat at home, studying MBBS abroad often appears as a practical alternative. But a fresh advisory by the National Medical Commission (NMC) suggests that this route may be far...
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J&K Power Dues Cross ₹3,747 Cr; PHE, CRPF Among Top Defaulters
Srinagar: Outstanding electricity dues in Jammu and Kashmir have crossed ₹3,747 crore, with a large share owed by government departments, public sector units and security agencies, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah informed the legislative assembly on...
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No Family Should Be Left Out, No Genuine Need Unnoticed: LG
Jammu: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday said border villages are India’s “first line of defence” and asserted that residents living along the frontiers must see tangible improvements in their quality of life, not just symbolic...
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J&K Assembly: Security, Jobs & Housing Relief Dominate Proceedings
Jammu: Security concerns, recruitment plans and housing relief measures dominated proceedings in the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly on Tuesday, with members across party lines raising issues impacting governance and public welfare. Chief...
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J&K Assembly: 6 Private Bills Withdrawn, 2 Rejected
Jammu: Nine private members’ bills were introduced in the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly on Monday, with six withdrawn after government assurances and two rejected by voice vote following discussion in the House. Among those withdrawn was a...
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Over 3,000 Schools Run Nearly Empty In J&K: Govt
Jammu: A significant number of government schools across Jammu and Kashmir are operating with little to no students, with official data revealing that 3,192 institutions have reported enrolment of less than 10 or zero since 2022. In a written reply in...
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West Asia Crisis: PM Flags ‘Serious Side Effects’, Sets Up 7 Panels
Srinagar:Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday announced the constitution of seven empowered groups to address the potential longterm fallout of the ongoing West Asia conflict, underlining the need for a coordinated “Team India” approach between the...
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Trump Delays Iran Strike After 48-Hour Ultimatum Escalates Crisis
Cairo: A dramatic escalation in the ongoing West Asia conflict took a sudden turn on Monday as US President Donald Trump stepped back from his own 48-hour ultimatum to Iran, announcing a five-day delay in threatened strikes on Iranian power...
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J&K Poised For Vibrant, Prosperous Future: LG Sinha
Jammu: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday said that Jammu and Kashmir has the potential to emerge as a vibrant cultural hub and a prosperous Union Territory, asserting that achieving this vision depends largely on the younger...
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Eid In Saudi On Friday
Srinagar: The Shawwal crescent moon was not sighted anywhere in Saudi Arabia on Thursday, authorities announced, confirming that Eid-ul-Fitr will be observed on Friday, March 20. According to reports, the crescent marking the beginning of Shawwal 1447...
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Back-to-Back WDs To Bring Rain, Snow To J&K
Srinagar: Two back-to-back Western Disturbances are expected to affect Jammu and Kashmir between March 15 and March 20, bringing a brief return of winter-like conditions across the region, the Meteorological Department said on Saturday. Director...
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Jumat-ul-Vida: Congregations Across Kashmir; 80,000 Offer Prayers At Hazratbal
Srinagar: Thousands of devotees gathered at mosques and shrines across Kashmir on Friday to offer special congregational prayers on the occasion of Jumat-ul-Vida, the last Friday of the holy month of Ramadan. The largest gathering was witnessed at the...
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Bid On Dr Farooq's Life: LG Assures Probe, Orders Security Review
Jammu: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday spoke with National Conference president and former chief minister Farooq Abdullah following an assassination attempt on the veteran leader during a wedding function in Jammu, and assured that a...
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Study Links Social Media Use to Poorer Mental Wellbeing Among Kashmir Students
Srinagar: A new study has found a negative relationship between social media use and psychological wellbeing among high school students in Kashmir, with higher levels of smartphone use, messaging and video gaming linked to increased anxiety and poorer...
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No Immediate Hike In Petrol, Diesel Prices: Sources
New Delhi: Petrol and diesel prices will not be increased for now despite international crude oil rates crossing USD 100 per barrel, government sources said on Monday, even as authorities stepped up efforts to maintain uninterrupted fuel supply lines...
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Normal Life Resumes In Kashmir After Restrictions Lifted
Srinagar: Life returned to normal across Kashmir on Saturday after authorities lifted restrictions that had remained in place for nearly a week following protests in several parts of the Valley over the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali...
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Why Has Dal Lake Turned Green? Locals Question, Experts Cite Ecological Factors
Srinagar: The sudden green appearance of large patches of Dal Lake has triggered debate among residents, lake dwellers and experts, with locals raising concerns over possible interference while officials attribute the change to ecological factors such...
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Fear, Anxiety As Kashmiri Students Remain Stranded In Iran
Srinagar: Fear and anxiety have gripped families across Jammu and Kashmir as hundreds of students from the Valley, enrolled in medical and other professional courses in Iran, continue to face an uncertain security situation amid escalating tensions in...
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War Spreads Across Gulf, World Watches Nervously
Dubai: Iran expanded its targets on Tuesday, striking the US Embassy in Saudi Arabia as Washington began to pull many staff out of the Middle East. The US and Israel battered Iran with airstrikes in what President Donald Trump suggested was just the...
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Let's Throw Out Our Colonial Mindset: VP
Srinagar: Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan on Thursday called upon the nation to shed its colonial mindset and embrace Swadeshi innovation to emerge as a global leader in technology and sustainable development, while urging youth to anchor their...
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CAT Quashes ‘Dies Non’ Order Against 80-Yr-Old Retiree
Srinagar: Bringing relief to a retired government employee who has been litigating for over four decades, the Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT), Srinagar Bench, has quashed a government order that treated nearly 30 years of his service as “dies...
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Centre Approves Rs 1,677 Cr Civil Enclave at Srinagar Airport
Srinagar: The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Tuesday approved the development of a new Civil Enclave at Srinagar International Airport at an estimated cost of Rs 1,677 crore. The project aims to...
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Khelo India Winter Games At Gulmarg Now A True National Festival LG
Srinagar:Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday inaugurated the sixth edition of the Khelo India Winter Games at Gulmarg, describing the event as a true national festival that celebrates unity, resilience and the transformative power of...
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Return Of KPs With Dignity PM Modi's Commitment: LG Sinha
Jammu: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday said that the return of Kashmiri Pandits with full dignity and security remains the commitment of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, asserting that Jammu and Kashmir is moving towards lasting peace and...
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Ramazan Begins In J&K; Markets Abuzz Across Valley
Srinagar: The holy month of Ramazan commenced across Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday, with Muslims observing the first fast after the crescent moon was sighted the previous evening. Grand Mufti of Jammu and Kashmir, Nasir-ul-Islam Farooqi, had announced...
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J&K GST Collections Cross Rs 24,000 Cr In 3 Yrs
Jammu: Jammu and Kashmir recorded a steady rise in GST collections, with total revenue amounting to Rs 24,080.79 crore over the past three financial years, reflecting improved compliance and a widening tax base, the UT government said on...
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Tourism Stakeholders Hail Decision
Tourism stakeholders across Kashmir welcomed Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha’s decision to reopen several tourist spots, terming it a major boost for the sector and a strong confidence building measure ahead of the upcoming tourist season. Industry...
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World Saw How India Punished Terrorists: PM
Srinagar: The nation on Friday paid rich tributes to the 40 CRPF personnel killed in the 2019 Pulwama terror attack, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi asserting that the world witnessed how India responded to the strike. In a post on X, Modi...
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Cancer Cases In J&K Cross 10,000 In 2025
Srinagar: The Jammu and Kashmir Government on Friday informed the Legislative Assembly that a total of 32,425 cancer cases have been recorded across J&K over the past three years, with around 10,000 cases registered in 2025 alone. In a written reply...
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Assembly To Debate 'Fake News' Targeting MLAs
Srinagar: Speaker of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly Abdul Rahim Rather on Thursday announced that the House will hold a half hour discussion on online smear campaigns targeting legislators during the ongoing Budget session. The...
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Apology Row Disrupts J&K Assembly For 2nd Consecutive Day
Srinagar: The Jammu and Kashmir Assembly witnessed repeated disruptions for the second consecutive day on Wednesday as a row over alleged unparliamentary remarks made by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah escalated into a full blown confrontation between the...
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India, US Reach Framework For First Phase Of Trade Agreement
Srinagar: India and the US on Saturday announced that they have reached a framework for the first phase of the bilateral trade agreement under which both sides will reduce import duties on a number of goods to boost two-way trade. The framework...
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J&K Tables Rs 1.27 Lakh Crore Welfare-Led Budget
Srinagar: Omar Abdullah on Friday presented a Rs 1.27 lakh crore Budget for 2026–27 in the Legislative Assembly, asserting that the financial plan seeks to lay a strong foundation for sustainable growth, social harmony and economic prosperity in the...
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Centre Halts 3 Kashmir Rail Projects Amid Objections
Srinagar: The Centre has put three proposed railway projects in Kashmir on hold following objections from locals and elected representatives over large-scale land acquisition and its impact on apple orchards. Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw...
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J&K Budget Session Begins With LG Address
Srinagar: The Budget session of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly began on Monday with Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha describing the session as a significant opportunity to reflect on the Union Territory’s collective journey, review...
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Alarming Rise In Cancer Cases Spurs Policy Push In J&K
Srinagar: Amid a worrying rise in cancer cases across Jammu and Kashmir, with official data showing an average of 38 new detections every day, the administration is moving towards framing and implementing a comprehensive cancer policy to strengthen...
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FM Tables Economic Survey 2025-26 In LS
Srinagar: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday tabled the Economic Survey 2025–26 in Parliament, projecting GDP growth for the next financial year in the range of 6.8 to 7.2 percent and flagging global uncertainties while maintaining that...
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Jammu-Srinagar NH Reopens For Traffic
Srinagar:Traffic on the JammuSrinagar National Highway was fully restored on Wednesday, a day after being closed for vehicular movement in view of heavy snowfall, officials said. They said heavy motor vehicles, including trucks, were allowed to ply on...
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'Mother of All Deals’: India, EU Rewrite Trade Rules
New Delhi: India and the European Union on Tuesday announced the conclusion of negotiations for the free trade agreement, described as 'mother of all deals', under which 93 per cent of Indian shipments will enjoy dutyfree access to the 27-nation bloc,...
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India's Military Might On Display At R-Day Parade
Srinagar: India celebrated its 77th Republic Day on Monday with a grand military parade on Kartavya Path, showcasing the country’s defence preparedness, indigenous capabilities and evolving battle doctrine before a domestic and international...
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More Rain, Snow Likely From Jan 26: MeT
Srinagar: 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...
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Severe Winds Knock Out Power Across Kashmir
Srinagar: Power supply across large parts of Kashmir has been partially restored after a severe windstorm triggered widespread outages across the Valley, with officials saying 80 to 85 percent of the electricity system was operational by Friday...
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10 Soldiers Killed In Doda Highway Mishap
Bhaderwah- An armoured vehicle of the army carrying troops for an anti-terror operation plunged into a deep gorge in Doda district on Thursday, killing 10 soldiers and injuring 11 others, officials said. The accident took place at the 9000-foot-high...
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Development Must Preserve Legacy While Improving Urban Mobility: LG
Srinagar: “A true smart city is never just about new infrastructure. It is about sparking an entirely new way of quality living that is vibrant, efficient and inclusive,” Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha said on Tuesday as he inaugurated the redeveloped...
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MeT Forecasts Rain, Snowfall From Jan 22
Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir is set to witness a significant change in weather conditions after a prolonged dry spell, with two Western Disturbances expected to affect the region in quick succession over the next few days, officials said. The dry...
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Copper’s Global Boom Sparks Kashmir’s Ancient & Modern Trading
Srinagar: When Bashir Masoodi invested ₹2 lakh in copper late in 2025, he focused on the numbers flashing on the Multi Commodity Exchange screen. Copper futures for the January 2026 series traded near ₹1,300 per kilogram, a sharp contrast to the ₹160...
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Trump: Back US Greenland Takeover Or Face Tariffs
Copenhagen: President Donald Trump suggested Friday that he may punish countries with tariffs if they don't back the US controlling Greenland, a message that came as a Congressional delegation met Danish and Greenlandic lawmakers in Copenhagen and...
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JKBOSE Class 10, 12 Exams Out; Girls Outscore Boys
Srinagar: Girls outperformed boys in both Class 10 and Class 12 annual regular examinations as the Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education on Wednesday declared the results, recording an overall pass percentage of 84 percent in Class 10 and 85...
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Bhushan Bazaz Passes Away At 91
Srinagar- Pandit Bhushan Bazaz, noted social and political activist, passed away on Monday after a prolonged illness in New Delhi. He was 91. Bazaz was founder of the Jammu & Kashmir Democratic Front (JKDF), and son of the renowned writer and Kashmir...
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Census 2027 Preparations Begin In J&K
Srinagar: Jammu & Kashmir has geared up for Census 2027, with the Union Territorylevel Census Coordination Committee expected to soon decide on a 30-day window for houselisting operations (HLO) between April 1, 2026, and September 30, 2026. Amit...
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CIK Busts Mule Account Network; Files FIR, Detains 22
Srinagar: The Counter Intelligence wing of Jammu and Kashmir Police on Wednesday intensified its crackdown on an organised cybercrime network involved in operating mule bank accounts to launder proceeds of cyber frauds, illegal online gaming, betting...
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Kashmir Remembers a Prime Minister on Ice as Snow Drought Deepens
Srinagar- Abdul Rashid Shangloo was a teenager in Srinagar when he saw a jeep cross Dal Lake. The then prime minister of Jammu and Kashmir, Bakshi Ghulam Mohammad, used the stunt to show how strong winter could be in the valley. Now in his...
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U.S. Takes Over Venezuela After Capture Of President
Srinagar: President Donald Trump said Saturday that the United States will temporarily “run” Venezuela following a dramatic overnight U.S. military operation that captured President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, a claim that immediately...
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Snow Delayed, Dry Weather Forecast in Kashmir Till Jan 20
Srinagar: There is no major Western Disturbance expected to affect the Kashmir region till January 20, although a few feeble systems may bring isolated showers over scattered areas, officials said. According to the forecast, January 1 is likely to...
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Kashmir Rings In New Year With Tourism Revival
Srinagar: Kashmir’s tourism sector witnessed a strong New Year revival on Wednesday, with heavy tourist footfall reported at key destinations, particularly Gulmarg and Pahalgam, bringing renewed optimism to the industry after months of...
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2025: From Pahalgam To Floods, J&K Endures A Year of Crisis
Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir's quest for restoration of statehood suffered twin blows during the year in the form of the Pahalgam terror attack and the Delhi car blast. The elected government led by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah made all the right...
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Rain, Snow In Valley From Dec 30: IMD
Srinagar: Minimum temperatures declined across Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh on Saturday, with several places recording sub-zero readings compared to the previous day, officials said. According to details, Srinagar recorded a minimum temperature of...
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Pahalgam Terror Case Probe A Global Model: Shah
Srinagar:Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday said the investigation into the Pahalgam terror attack was a complete and successful probe that would be studied by agencies across the world, asserting that it set a global benchmark in counter-terror...
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India On Historic Economic Growth Path: LG
Srinagar: Highlighting India’s rise as one of the world’s fastest-growing economies, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday said the country is on a historic path of economic growth under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Addressing...
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10 Years Of Modi Govt Ensured Peace In J&K: Shah
Srinagar: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday asserted that the past ten years of the Narendra Modi led government have ensured lasting peace in Jammu and Kashmir and improved internal security across the country. Addressing the Passing Out...
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Snowfall Breathes Life Into Kashmir’s Winter Tourism
Srinagar:The first spell of snowfall in Kashmir has rekindled hopes of a revival in the Valley’s tourism sector, which had suffered major setbacks this year due to security concerns and adverse weather conditions. The tourism industry, which was hit...
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Chillai Kalan Sets In; Alert Issued, Travel Restrictions Imposed
Srinagar: Kashmir enters Chillai Kalan, the harshest 40-day winter period today as the Meteorological Department forecast an active weather spell with snowfall in higher reaches and rain in the plains across Jammu and Kashmir. Chillai Kalan, a Persian...
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