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Doctors issue guidelines to beat the heat amid rising temperatures in Kashmir
As temperatures continue to rise in Kashmir, health experts have urged people to take necessary precautions to avoid heat-related illnesses.
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GMC Srinagar hosts inaugural Luminal Malignancy Day
The Department of Minimal Access and General Surgery at Government Medical College Srinagar spearheaded the inaugural Luminal Malignancy Day on Thursday.
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One in three persons in Kashmir with fatty liver: Doctors
Doctors in Kashmir expressed concern over increasing prevalence of fatty liver disease in the region, saying sedentary lifestyles and junk food are the main reasons.
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60% cases at SMHS Hospital in last 24 hours due to road mishaps
Amidst Eid-ul-Fitr, the valley has witnessed a surge in road accidents, as during the last 24 hours, over 60 per cent of cases in SMHS Hospital were road accidents.
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Ramadan presents hope for smokers to quit, doctors say
Ramadan is a hope for smokers to quit smoking and other bad habits, as it can generate willpower among them, doctors said.
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Business & Economy
Doctors’ warning leads to 50% drop in watermelon sales in Kashmir
Kashmir has witnessed a 50% decrease in watermelon sales following concerns raised on social media regarding the safety of consuming artificially ripened watermelons.
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Food Safety department refutes chemical ripening claims on watermelons
The Food Safety Department of Kashmir on Thursday rebuked the claims as baseless about the premature ripening of watermelons with the use of chemicals.
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News & Interviews
Kashmir watermelon controversy sparks concerns and financial strain for vendors
A social media storm ignited by a tweet from Dr Wajahat, warning against the consumption of artificially ripened watermelons, has led to widespread confusion.
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KU staff body KUMSA alleges non-functional status since 2022, seeks clarity
Kashmir University's non-teaching staff association KUMSA says it has remained blocked from functioning since 2022 despite submitting all required documents, seeking formal clarity.
Kashmiri Pandits’ return ‘positive’ sign, says BJP’s Ashok Koul
J&K BJP leader Ashok Koul says the return of Kashmiri Pandits to the Valley is a positive step and calls for strengthening social cohesion and brotherhood.
JKBOPEE opens final mop-up counselling round for Nursing, Paramedical, Technology courses
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Locals pool funds to send Jharkhand labourer home after mother’s death
Residents of Kadipora area in Anantnag district pooled money and arranged transportation for a labourer from Jharkhand after learning that his mother had died back home.