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WHO Alert: Syrups were manufactured for The Gambia only, says Dy Drug Controller Kashmir

Deputy Drug Controller Kashmir said that people need not panic as the cough syrups, regarding which the WHO had issued an alert, were manufactured for The Gambia only.

Children’s nutritional status ‘worsens’ in J-K, reveals national survey

Children’s nutritional status in Jammu and Kashmir has worsened in the last four years, a national survey has revealed.

Allowing doctors, specialists to take night-off against set norms: DHSK

The Directorate of Health Services Kashmir said that some hospital administrators are allowing specialists and doctors to take night-off which is against norms.

Chorus grows against pooling 50 percent PG seats

The government’s proposed move to pool 50% post-graduate seats from GMC and all seats of SKIMS is going to affect health care services in Jammu and Kashmir.

HFMD outbreak: Ready to tackle any situation, says Director Health

Director Health Services Kashmir Mushtaq Ahmad Rather said that there is nothing to worry about and the viral infection is common and does not need any treatment.

Children’s Hospital Bemina now fully functional

After missing several deadlines, the much-awaited 500-bed Children Hospital Bemina, Srinagar has been made functional from Monday, officials said.

HPR registration mandatory for doctors, nurses in J-K: H&ME Dept

Department of Health and Medical Education said that registration on Hospital Professional Registry (HPR) portal is mandatory for doctors and nurses.

Paediatric services of GB Pant Hospital shifted to Children Hospital Bemina

The J&K administration has shifted the pediatric services of GB Pant Hospital to the newly-constructed 500-bedded Children Hospital in the Bemina locality of Srinagar.

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

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