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Sakeena Itoo Conducts Surprise Visit to District Hospital Kulgam, Suspends Three Absent Doctors

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Sakeena Itoo

Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo today conducted surprise inspection of District Hospital Kulgam and took onspot assessment of medical care services being provided at the facility.

During the inspection, the Minister took round of different sections of the hospital including emergency unit, surgical ward, general wards and other facilities. She also interacted with staff of hospital and took detailed appraisal from them about the services being provided to the public at this facility.

The Minister took note of several issues of the hospital and assured the staff that the facilities at this hospital would be further strengthened by improving staffing levels and ensuring that medical professionals are always available to meet the needs of the people.

During the inspection, the Minister found three doctors absent from duties and suspended them immediately for dereliction of assigned duties.

Taking strong note of this irresponsible and unprofessional behaviour of doctors, the Minister maintained that absenteeism and neglect of duties would not be tolerated at all, adding that healthcare staff, particularly doctors, must uphold their commitment to patient welfare and adhere to their professional responsibilities.

During the visit, the Minister also interacted with patients and their attendants. She took on-spot feedback from them about the status of medical care facilities being provided at the hospital.

During the interaction with public at hospital, Sakeena Itoo underlined that the Omar Abdullah led Government is committed to provide world class healthcare services to the people in their vicinities. She assured them the medical facilities and infrastructure at this hospital will be upgraded so that the people are not forced to move outside for treatment.

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Gulmarg Sub Divisional Magistrate issues Winter Advisory For Safe Travel on Gulmarg-Tangmarg Road

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The sub Divisional Magistrate (SDM) of Gulmarg issued a winter advisory on Sunday, providing guidelines for safe and convenient travel on the Gulmarg-Tangmarg Road in anticipation of the upcoming winter season.

As per SDM Gulmarg, In view of upcoming winter, following advisories are issued for the safe and convenient travelling on Gulmarg Tangmarg Road.

1. To prevent accidents and long-lasting traffic jams due to slippery roads which puts the commuters to much inconvenience, only 4×4 vehicles and those with anti-skid chains shall be allowed from Tangmarg to Gulmarg and vice versa till the thawing of the ice from the road.

2. To prevent jams and breakdown of vehicles only LMVs with seating capacity not more than 10 seats shall be allowed to ply on Gulmarg Tangmarg Road.

3. Only registered Anti-Skid Chain vendors shall be allowed to install chains on vehicles in allotted parking spaces without creating any jam on road, also the rate for anti-skid chain will be Rs 600/- per pair,

4. All the tour operators and private vehicle owners are advised not to park their vehicles on the road side; they shall park their vehicles only in designated parking spaces available in different spots at Tangmarg.

5. Coat and Boot vendors shall not come on roads for attracting tourists to use their coats and boots to avoid inconvenience to tourists and traffic jamming.(Agencies)

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4 Members of a Family Die of Suspected Food Poisoning in Kandi village, Kotranka Budhal Rajouri

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4 members of family , three of them minors, died due to suspected food poisoning in a village in Rajouri district, police said on Sunday. A child and his mother have been hospitalised, they said.

Official sources told GNS that entire family fell ill after eating some food at their home in Kandi village in Kotranka Budhal area and were subsequently shifted to SMHS hospital. Four of them died and two others being mother and child are still under treatment, they said. Condition of the woman, the mother, is stated to be out of danger.

A police officer told GNS that Fazal Hussain son of Nazam Din and five members of the family were shifted to the hospital and four of them died. The deceased include Fazal Hussain, 40, his two daughters—Rabia Kousar (15) and Farmana Kouser (10) besides his 4-year-old son, Raftar Ahmed. Hussain’s wife Shamim Akhter (38) and 12-year-old son Ruksar Ahmed are under treatment, he said. Condition of Ruksar remains serious, the officer, quoting doctors at the hospital, said.

He said that a case has been registered and further investigations are underway. (GNS)

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Altaf Bukhari Condemns Assault on Children in Madhya Pradesh, Calls for Strict Punishment

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JKAP president Altaf Bukhari has strongly condemned the assault on three children in Madhya Pradesh’s Ratlam district, as shown in a viral video.

The video depicted the children being beaten and forced to chant “Jai Shri Ram.” Bukhari expressed his concern over the disturbing incident and praised the police for swiftly taking action. Two individuals have been arrested in connection with the assault, which involved a six-year-old child.

Speaking on the issue, Bukhari stated that such incidents of violence and intimidation against children are unacceptable and should not be tolerated in any society.

He highlighted for strict punishment for the perpetrators to ensure that similar incidents do not occur in the future. Bukhari further stated that those responsible for such acts should be held accountable, and justice must be served to prevent the recurrence of such violence. (KNS)

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In Rare Appearance, Markhor Wild Goat With Spiral-Shaped Horns Spotted in Noorkha Baramulla

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The markhor, a wild goat with spiral-shaped horns, was seen in a rare appearance in Noorkha village of Boniyar in Baramulla district on Saturday morning, officials said.

An official said that locals spotted the animal near a waterfall in Noorkha, and soon alerted the authorities, following which a team of police and wildlife officials visited the spot.

He said that this rare species has been spotted in the area for the first time. “It may have crossed over from the other side of the border,” he speculated.The official said that efforts are on to catch the animal to ensure its safety. Locals have been advised to avoid coming close to the operation site.

The markhor, a rare and endangered species, is native to the mountainous regions of Central and South Asia, including Pakistan, Afghanistan, India, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan—(KNO)

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Shocking News: 5-Year-Old Girl Thrown to Death from Rajbagh Bridge Near SPS Museum by Aunt 

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In a shocking incident, a five-year-old girl was thrown off the Rajbagh bridge near SPS museum in Srinagar allegedly by her “mentally distressed” aunt. The girl succumbed to her injuries on Friday at a hospital, police said.

A police official said that the incident happened three days ago when the girl was accompanied by her aunt, who allegedly threw her off the bridge. “The child had apparently fell on the concrete base below and suffered critical injuries,” he said.

Soon after, locals and passersby rushed to the spot and evacuated the girl to a hospital, but she succumbed to her injuries yesterday after battling for life for three days at Srinagar’s Super Speciality hospital, he said.

The officer further disclosed that during questioning, the child’s aunt revealed she was on anti-depressant medication and had been experiencing panic attacks. “The accused lady also revealed she is engaged and for the last five to six days, she has not even talked to her fiancé,” he said.

Eyewitnesses told KNO that the woman was shouting continuously and tried to resist while being held back by the locals and passersby.

One of the eyewitnesses said, “On that day, I was on the other side of the bridge selling socks. I saw a lady accompanied by a little girl. First, the lady came close to the fence of the bridge, and we thought they were looking for something in the water. Suddenly, the lady took the little girl and threw her off the bridge. The girl apparently fell on the concrete base of the bridge.”

He continued, “As the lady threw her in the river Jhelum, she also tried to jump off the bridge, but I caught hold of her. I called a shikarawala (local boatman), and we all got involved in rescuing the girl. The lady ran towards the shore and tried to attempt suicide again, but we stopped her. We took her, and police arrived at the scene. The lady was taken into later taken into custody.”

The authorities at Srinagar’s SMHS hospital said  that the girl was initially admitted there, but was later shifted to the Super Specialty hospital, where she succumbed in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) on Friday.

Police have filed a First Information Report (FIR) at Kothi Bagh police station. The officer in charge told KNO that the FIR was initially registered under 109 BNS for attempted murder. After girl’s death, it was updated to 103 BNS, and the woman has been arrested, he said.

The woman has been identified as Samaira Mushtaq (32) daughter of Mushtaq Ahmed Bhat from Srinagar’s Rajbagh locality. The girl has been identified as Hadiya (4) daughter of Tahir Mushtaq—(KNO)

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Tragedy Strikes Shirhama Mawar: Four-Year-Old Loses Life in Leopard Attack

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A wave of sorrow swept through Shirhama village in the Mawer area of north Kashmir’s Kupwara district after a four-year-old boy tragically lost his life in

Locals reported that the child was playing near his house when a leopard suddenly attacked, leaving him severely injured. Upon hearing his cries, family members and neighbours rushed to his aid. He was immediately taken to the New Type Primary Health Centre (NTPHC) in Qalamabad for treatment. Doctors there referred him to Government Medical College (GMC) Handwara, but sadly, he was pronounced dead on arrival.

The victim has been identified as Mohammed Hasnain Teli, son of Nisar Ahmad Teli, a resident of Shirhama Mawer. Confirming the incident, Station House Officer (SHO) Qalamabad, Majid Khan, expressed his condolences over the tragic loss of the young boy.

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Noor Jamal Died and Another injured in Road Accident in Reasi Jammu

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One person died and another injured when a vehicle they were travelling in met with an accident in Reasi district on Saturday.

Official sources said that an Eeco vehicle (JK20B 2493), on way from Tharal towards Shikari, skidded off the road and rolled about 200-feet off the road/embankment in Mahore area of the district.

One person, Noor Jamal (36) son of Noor Hussain of Shikari died on the spot while another person namely Abdul Rashid son of Ghulam Qasim sustained serious injuries and was shifted to CHC Mahore by locals and police who rushed to the spot soon after the accident near Sharki at about 0910 hours.

A police official confirmed the death of the individual as well as injuries to another person in the accident and said that a case has been registered and further investigations taken up. (GNS)

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Jammu and Kashmir Reports 4032 Deaths Due to Diseases Since 2021: Government Data

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4032 Deaths Due to Diseases

Jammu and Kashmir has recorded 4032 deaths due to various diseases including Covid-19 since 2021, the latest data shared by the government revealed.

According to the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), these include five deaths due to AES, 29 deaths due to dengue, seven deaths due to human rabies, seven deaths due to meningitis, 53 deaths due to SRAI, one death each due to typhus and typhoid.

Also, 2913 deaths due to Covid-19 were reported from 01st January 2021 to 02nd December 2024, and four deaths have been reported due to H1N1 during 2020-2024.

“Under the National Health Mission (NHM), funds are released to States/UTs under flexible pools on a lump sum basis, providing them with greater flexibility to utilize the funds based on their priorities,” the government said, adding that financial support is provided to States/UTs for the implementation of health programs, based on their proposals in the Programme Implementation Plans (PIPs).

The Ministry of Health & Family Welfare supports States/UTs through various schemes, including the National Vector Borne Diseases Control Programme (NVBDCP), National TB Elimination Programme (NTEP), National Leprosy Eradication Programme (NLEP), and National Viral Hepatitis Control Programme (NVHCP), all under the NHM, to prevent and control communicable diseases, it added—

No deaths have been reported due to Hepatitis B in Jammu and Kashmir since 2018, according to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.

In a reply to a question in Parliament, the Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare, Anupriya Patel, said that no fatalities have occurred in Jammu and Kashmir due to Hepatitis B.

“Hepatitis B is a viral infection that causes chronic liver disease and can lead to severe complications such as cirrhosis and hepatocellular carcinoma, which can ultimately result in death,” she said.

Patel added that efforts to combat viral hepatitis, including Hepatitis B, are carried out through a coordinated approach between the central and state governments under the National Health Mission (NHM). The National Viral Hepatitis Control Program (NVHCP), launched under NHM, employs various preventive strategies across the country, including in Jammu and Kashmir.

“These measures include universal screening of antenatal women to prevent vertical transmission, screening of high-risk groups and the general population, screening of all blood donors for Hepatitis B and screening individuals undergoing surgical procedures,” the minister said.

Officials here said this success is due to the sustained efforts of the state health department in managing and treating the disease.

“Thousands of individuals across J&K have been screened and treated under programmes like the National Viral Hepatitis Control Programme, which provides free treatment and vaccination to those affected by the disease,” an official said.

He said despite these achievements, challenges remain, particularly in districts with limited testing facilities. “Further improvements are needed in healthcare infrastructure,” he added—(KNO)

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Altaf Bukhari Urges Government to Provide Immediate Financial Assistance to Khanyar Fire Affected Families

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Jammu and Kashmir Apni Party (JKAP) president Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari Friday expressed heartfelt sympathy with families who lost their shelters in a devastated fire in Khanyar locality in Srinagar.Bukhari urged administration to come to the rescue of affected families and provide immediate financial assistance to help them rebuild their homes.

“My heartfelt sympathies to the families who lost their homes in a fire incident in Khanyar, Srinagar, today. A mosque has also suffered damage in this incident. Thankfully, firefighters arrived promptly at the scene to control the blaze and prevent it from spreading to the nearby densely populated area. I urge the administration to provide immediate financial assistance and adequate compensation to the affected families to help them rebuild their homes,” Bukhari said on X.

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