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Blanket ban imposed on prescription of ‘branded’ medicines

Administration of SKIMS has issued a circular, aimed at clamping a blanket ban on government hospitals from prescribing any 'branded' medicines.

After autonomy, govt takes away recruitment powers from SKIMS

After autonomy, Jammu and Kashmir Administration said that all Gazetted/Faculty vacancies/posts under direct quota at SKIMS Soura shall be made through JKPSC.

District Hospital Pulwama faces demands for MRI scan facility

The absence of a Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scan facility at the Government District Hospital in Pulwama has sparked growing demand from the local community.

Paragard in the Crosshairs: The Risks and the Legal Controversies

Paragard is a widely used intrauterine device (IUD) designed for long-term contraception. As per Mayo Clinic, it is the only copper IUD available in the United States.

Advisor Bhatnagar addresses 19th Management Development Program at SKIMS

Advisor to Lieutenant Governor, Rajeev Rai Bhatnagar on Wednesday addressed the three-day 19th Management Development Program (MDP) at SKIMS here.

Explosive rise in cancer cases in Kashmir linked to environmental pollution: DAK

DAK issued a shocking revelation, stating that the unprecedented surge in cancer cases in Kashmir can be directly attributed to the rampant environmental pollution.

129 Health and Wellness centers set to open by March 24

Jammu and Kashmir’s Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha said that the government is all set to make 129 Health and Wellness centers operational by March 24.

J&K Health Department employees suffering without salaries for months

The Jammu and Kashmir administration is looking for a permanent solution to issues pertaining to employees of the Health and Family Welfare department.

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J&K Govt raises cancer patient assistance income limit to ₹4 lakh

J&K has revised its cancer patient financial assistance scheme, raising the income eligibility limit to ₹4 lakh and allowing recurring support up to three times.

Yasin Malik won’t contest Sarla Bhat case, asks for death penalty if guilty

Jailed JKLF chief Yasin Malik has told a Srinagar court he won't contest the 1990 Sarla Bhat murder case and seeks capital punishment if convicted, while denying guilt.

Human activity drives pollution concerns in Dal, Nigeen lakes, study finds

A study found elevated phosphate levels in Dal and Nigeen lakes, linking pollution to sewage, detergents, fertilizers and pesticide residues.

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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.

Royal Premier League Pulwama 2026: Teams, Groups, Schedule, Points & Livestream

The Royal Premier League Pulwama 2026 has begun, with 10 local teams from Kashmir participating and matches being played at the Sports Stadium Pulwama.

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A man from Pulwama was killed in a road accident at Shiraz Chowk in Srinagar on Thursday.

Royal Premier League Pulwama 2026: Teams, Groups, Schedule, Points & Livestream

The Royal Premier League Pulwama 2026 has begun, with 10 local teams from Kashmir participating and matches being played at the Sports Stadium Pulwama.

J&K Govt raises cancer patient assistance income limit to ₹4 lakh

J&K has revised its cancer patient financial assistance scheme, raising the income eligibility limit to ₹4 lakh and allowing recurring support up to three times.