News Topic:Directorate of Health Services Kashmir

Neglected PHC in Pulwama prompts local action, authorities respond

In Arihal village of Pulwama district, a Primary Health Centre building completed in 2016 by the J&K Housing Board stands abandoned, stirring frustration among residents.

Vacant CMO positions raise healthcare concerns in Srinagar and Pulwama

The key positions of Chief Medical Officers (CMOs) are lying vacant in the summer capital of Jammu & Kashmir, Srinagar and Pulwama district of South Kashmir.

DHSK cracks down on unethical medical testing practices by private labs

The Directorate of Health Services Kashmir (DHSK) has launched a multifaceted campaign to combat unethical practices associated with private medical testing.

Govt to probe alleged financial irregularities in Health Department

Pankaj Gupta has been appointed as the inquiry officer to investigate financial irregularities in the Health Services Department of Jammu and Kashmir.

Mass medications continue in J-K hospitals

Despite the government claims that Prescription Audit Committees are in place in J&K, most of the Jammu and Kashmir hospitals continue to witness mass medications.

Doctor-private clinic nexus active in J-K, allege patients

Doctors in several hospitals of Jammu and Kashmir aren't prescribing generic medicines to patients available at the hospital.

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.

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.

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Avalanche hits Hung area of Sonamarg

A significant avalanche struck the Hung area of Sonamarg in Ganderbal district on Friday afternoon, as confirmed by police officials.
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Spring Blooms in Kashmir: A glimpse into Pulwama’s picturesque seasonal transformation

As the chill of winter gradually yields to the gentle warmth of spring, the picturesque landscape of Kashmir undergoes a remarkable transformation.

Driver dies after vehicle skids off road in Dooru

A driver lost his life after a vehicle he was driving skidded off the road in Mazmoo area of Dooru in southern Kashmir's Anantnag district on Friday.

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Spring Blooms in Kashmir: A glimpse into Pulwama’s picturesque seasonal transformation

As the chill of winter gradually yields to the gentle warmth of spring, the picturesque landscape of Kashmir undergoes a remarkable transformation.
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Traditional horse cart provides nostalgic journey on Pulwama roads

Amidst the hustle and bustle of modern transportation on the Pulwama-Srinagar road, Gulzar Ahmad stands out with his horse-cart, offering passengers a nostalgic journey.