Jammu and Kashmir to witness first AI in healthcare summit at SKIMS
Srinagar, January 20,2026- Jammu and Kashmir is set to witness its first-ever Artificial Intelligence (AI) in healthcare summit, with the Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS) hosting the Pre-India AI Impact Summit 2026, marking a significant step towards the integration of advanced technology in the region’s healthcare sector. The summit will bring together leading healthcare […]
SKIMS Saves Lives Every Day: LG Manoj Sinha Highlights J&K’s Healthcare Transformation
SKIMS Saves Lives Every Day: LG Manoj Sinha Highlights J&K’s Healthcare Transformation Today, you all are fortunate to be among the best medical institutions in India and you all have the honour of representing one of them that is, SKIMS, Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences in Srinagar, said the Lieutenant Governor of Jammu & Kashmir, […]
CS Atal Dulloo pushes for more medical seats
Kashmir, December 10, 2025:Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo conducted a high-level review of the expansion of medical education seats across Jammu and Kashmir, emphasising the need to increase availability of MBBS, MD/MS, DNB, and DM/MCh seats in the region. During the meeting, officials from Government Medical Colleges (GMCs), Dental Colleges, Ayurvedic, and Unani Colleges were instructed […]
Srinagar’s Dr Tasleem Arif reclaims Stanford top 2% scientist spot
Srinagar, October 30, 2025 – In a remarkable achievement for Jammu and Kashmir’s scientific community, Dr Tasleem Arif, a distinguished dermatologist from Soura in Srinagar, has been inducted into Stanford University’s prestigious World’s Top 2% Scientists list for the second consecutive year (2024 and 2025). This global ranking, compiled by Stanford in collaboration with Elsevier, recognizes the most […]
SKIMS observes World Heart Day 2025 with focus on cardiovascular health
Srinagar, 30 September 2025: The Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences joined the global community in observing World Heart Day 2025 under the theme “Don’t Miss A Beat.” The campaign focused on raising awareness about cardiovascular health and the importance of making informed lifestyle choices to prevent heart-related diseases. Doctors and health experts at SKIMS emphasised […]
A child’s first sounds in Srinagar: A journey of therapy and hope
SRINAGAR, August 5, 2025: In a Srinagar hospital, amidst the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, a four-year-old boy experienced the transformative moment of hearing sound for the first time, thanks to a cochlear implant surgery. This milestone marked the beginning of a long journey filled with intensive therapy, unwavering sibling support, and daily hope for […]
One-month internship programme concludes at DIPR J&K for Central University Students
SRINAGAR, May 3, 2025 – Prof. Mohammad Ashraf Ganie, Director of Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences , visited the Skill Development Centre at SKIMS Soura to evaluate ongoing training programmes and advocate for mandatory life-saving skills training for all employees. He also announced plans to establish an advanced simulation lab at the SDC to enhance […]
SKIMS announces establishment of integrated cell & gene therapy centre, hosts lecture by Harvard’s Dr. Khalid Shah
Srinagar, April 11, 2025 – The Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences took a monumental step toward advancing medical innovation with the announcement of the establishment of an Integrated Cell & Gene Therapy Centre. The initiative, revealed by the Director SKIMS, aims to position the institute at the forefront of cutting-edge treatments for complex diseases, including […]
LAHDC Kargil delegation meets CM Omar Abdullah to discuss key issues
JAMMU, FEBRUARY 8: Jammu & Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah chaired a high-level meeting with a delegation from the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council Kargil, alongside senior officials from Jammu and Kashmir, to address a range of concerns affecting Ladakh students, patients, and residents in the region. Representing LAHDC Kargil, the delegation was led by […]
Sakeena Itoo reviews performance and functioning of SKIMS Soura
Jammu, January 20: Minister for Health and¸, Social Welfare, and Education, Sakeena Itoo, chaired a crucial review meeting at the Civil Secretariat to assess the performance and operational effectiveness of Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS), Soura. The meeting was attended by senior officials, including Secretary Health and Medical Education, Dr. Syed Abid Rasheed Shah; […]