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COVID-19: Director SKIMS asks recovered patients to donate plasma

Director Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS), Dr A.G. Ahangar has appealed recovered COVID-19 patients to come forward to donate their plasma and serve humanity at large.

No substantial evidence for COVID-19 to be airborne: Experts

The medical experts in Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir Tuesday ruled out the possibilities of coronavirus being an airborne disease, stating that there was no substantial evidence to prove that the deadly virus is airborne.

Why non-infected patients are declared COVID-19 positive posthumously?

As deaths due to COVID-19 infection crossed 100 mark today in Jammu and Kashmir, the data reveals most of the deceased were declared COVID-19 positive posthumously.

Promoting liquor culture in Kashmir unacceptable: DAK

With media reports revealing government’s proposal of opening liquor shops in every nook and corner of Kashmir valley, Doctors Association Kashmir (DAK) on Sunday called for complete ban on sale and consumption of alcohol in the Valley.

Solar eclipse can leave you blind, warns DAK

With solar eclipse beginning today at 11:58 AM and ending at 1:41 PM in Kashmir valley, Doctors Association Kashmir (DAK) today warned that looking directly at the sun during eclipse with bare eyes could cause permanent damage to your eyes.

DAK seeks audit of novel coronavirus deaths

Following the continuous spike in COVID-19 deaths, Doctors Association Kashmir (DAK) Saturday demanded Audit Committee for the deaths, saying that people across J&K are confused about who died due to the coronavirus pandemic.

First life-saving drug for treating Coronavirus found!

A drug called dexamethasone can help save the lives of patients who are seriously ill with coronavirus, BBC reported.

COVID-19: Kashmir’s 98% population susceptible, warns DAK

Doctors Association Kashmir (DAK) on Saturday said 98 percent population in Kashmir Valley is still susceptible to the novel coronavirus.

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Severe hailstorm damages crops, orchards in parts of Kashmir

A severe hailstorm damaged crops and orchards in parts of Kashmir, with Bandipora, Kupwara and Ganderbal among the affected districts.

Seven IUST scientists feature in World’s Top 2% Scientists list 2026

Seven IUST scientists feature in the 2026 World’s Top 2% Scientists list, raising the university’s representation from six researchers in 2025.

J&K notifies City Gas Distribution Policy 2026 to expand PNG, CNG access

J&K has notified its City Gas Distribution Policy 2026 to expand PNG and CNG access across 20 districts, including industrial and transport networks.

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Royal Premier League final draws thousands to Pulwama amid traffic congestion

The Royal Premier League final between Sultan Warriors Baramulla and Royal Goodwill Cricket Club drew thousands to Pulwama, causing traffic congestion.

J&K’s digital jobs push needs a verification receipt before trust breaks

To combat fake job offers in Jammu & Kashmir, employers must adopt a "verification receipt" to help candidates instantly identify legitimate opportunities.

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