Dr. Kainat Aziz harnesses science and Satellites to provide early warnings
Srinagar, Sept 23: Dr. Kainat Aziz, a pioneering scientist, is transforming the way natural hazards are monitored by combining fieldwork, scientific research, and satellite technology to convert environmental warnings into actionable alerts. Her work focuses on using remote sensing and geospatial analysis to track phenomena like landslides, floods, and other climate-related risks. By integrating on-ground […]
Kashmir’s dementia surge: Families battle memory’s cruel fade on World Alzheimer’s Day
Srinagar, September 21, 2025 – As the world marks World Alzheimer’s Day under the theme “Time to Act on Dementia, Time to Act on Alzheimer’s,” the spotlight in Kashmir falls on a silent epidemic: soaring dementia rates that are unraveling families in the shadow of the Himalayas. With Jammu and Kashmir recording the highest prevalence of […]
J&K LG Manoj Sinha inaugurates Dr. Agarwal Eye Hospital in Qamarwari
Srinagar, 20 September,2025: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha inaugurated the Dr. Agarwal Eye Hospital in Qamarwari, marking a significant step towards enhancing eye care facilities and providing advanced medical services in Jammu and Kashmir. The hospital is designed to offer comprehensive diagnostic, preventive, and therapeutic eye care, catering to the needs of patients across Srinagar and […]
Div Com Kashmir Anshul Garg visits Aglar Fruit Mandi, Mughal Road & Peer Ki Gali
Srinagar, September 16, 2025 – In a proactive step to support the horticulture sector amid ongoing highway disruptions, Divisional Commissioner Kashmir Anshul Garg conducted an extensive field visit to Aglar Fruit Mandi in Shopian, Mughal Road, and Peer Ki Gali today. The tour focused on ensuring the smooth evacuation of fruit-laden vehicles and addressing logistical challenges faced by growers and traders due to […]
CS Atal Dulloo and Union Health Secretary review healthcare enhancements for Jammu and Kashmir
Srinagar, September 10, 2025 – Chief Secretary of Jammu and Kashmir, Atal Dulloo, held a comprehensive meeting with Union Health Secretary, Punya Salila Srivastava, to explore strategies for enhancing health infrastructure and upgrading healthcare services across the Union Territory. The interaction, held in Srinagar, focused on critical initiatives to bolster medical education, tertiary care, and infrastructure […]
F1-Backed Atiqa Mir shines in Maiden RMC Euro Trophy Season
Kashmir, September 10, 2025 — Indian karting prodigy Atiqa Mir, a 10-year-old racing sensation from Kashmir, has successfully completed her debut European season in the RMC Euro Trophy championship, marking a significant milestone in her burgeoning motorsport career. Backed by the prestigious F1 Academy, Atiqa showcased remarkable talent and resilience, competing against a male-dominated field of 31 drivers in the Minimax […]
BSF medical team reaches flood-hit Rajouri
Rajouri, September 09 , 2025: A BSF Battalion medical team in Rajouri, led by Dr. T. Sai Krishna, Chief Medical Officer , conducted door-to-door health check-ups for flood-affected families in remote and inaccessible areas of the district. With many villages still unreachable by vehicles due to damaged infrastructure, the BSF medical team traveled on foot […]
AIIMS Awantipora to be operational by 2026 end: CM Omar Abdullah
Srinagar, September 09: The Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir announced that the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Awantipora will become fully operational by the end of 2026. Addressing concerns over delays and rising project costs, the CM attributed the issues to poor site selection during the initial planning phase. The Chief Minister […]
LG Manoj Sinha lauds SMVDIME’s 50 MBBS seats, advancing medical education and healthcare in J&K
Kakryal, Jammu and Kashmir, September 8, 2025: The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board has expressed gratitude to Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and Hon’ble Union Minister for Health and Family Welfare Shri J.P. Nadda for sanctioning 50 MBBS seats for the newly established Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Excellence (SMVDIME) in […]
Indian Army’s free medical camp in Mantalai, Udhampur supports local healthcare
Udhampur, September 7, 2025 – The Indian Army organized a free medical camp at Mantalai, Udhampur, reaffirming its commitment to the welfare of local communities in Jammu and Kashmir. The initiative aimed to provide essential healthcare services and medical consultations to villagers, particularly those in remote areas with limited access to quality medical facilities.The medical camp, conducted under the Army’s ongoing efforts to support civilian populations, offered free health check-ups, diagnostic […]