News Topic:Tobacco

J-K ranks sixth in India for tobacco use

J&K UT has been identified as having the sixth highest prevalence of tobacco use in India, with over 20 per cent of the population engaging in tobacco consumption.

Dr Mir Mushtaq honored with WHO award for tobacco control efforts in Kashmir

Dr Mir Mushtaq, Nodal Officer NTCP DHSK, has been honoured with the prestigious WHO award for his outstanding contributions to tobacco control in the Kashmir Division.

SMC urges action against surrogate advertisement on JKRTC buses

In an open violation of government advertisement policy 2012 and COTPA-2003, JKRTC buses in Kashmir can be seen pasted with advertisement of pan masala.

J-K’s Tobacco Epidemic: Urgent measures taken to curb rising prevalence

Find out about the decline in tobacco smoking at public places in J&K and the comprehensive strategies being implemented to combat this pressing issue.

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Deputy CM visits Kaman Post, says cross-LoC trade requires Indo-Pak cooperation

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Over 60 livestock killed in lightning strike in Pahalgam

More than 60 livestock were killed after a lightning strike during late-night hours in the Lanedagen area of Pahalgam in south Kashmir’s Anantnag district.

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