July 15, 2025
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Fake certificate

Charge-Sheet Filed Against Fake Doctor Numan Farooq Wani for Submitting Fake Medical Certificates at SKIMS Bemina

NOK Desk03 mins

The Economic Offences Wing, Srinagar (Crime Branch Kashmir), on Thursday, submitted a charge-sheet against Numan Farooq Wani, who allegedly presented fraudulent medical certificates, including an MCI registration certificate, during his engagement at SKIMS Bemina, Srinagar. According to a press release issued to Rising Kashmir, the Crime Branch Kashmir stated: “The Economic Offences Wing, Srinagar (Crime…

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Dr. Mir Shahnawaz

Dr. Mir Shahnawaz’s Landmark Study on Abrocitinib in Atopic Dermatitis Published in International Medical Journal

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In a significant milestone for Indian dermatological research, a first-of-its-kind comparative clinical study involving the use of Abrocitinib in the treatment of moderate to severe Atopic Dermatitis has been published in the CUREUS Journal, a PubMed-indexed international medical journal under Springer. The study, authored by Dr. Mir Shahnawaz, a renowned Kashmiri dermatologist and the Founder…

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Minister Sakeena Itoo

Sakeena Itoo Inspects AIIMS Awantipora Site, Urges Timely Completion of Vital Healthcare Project

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 Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo today conducted an on-site inspection of the ongoing construction works at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in Awantipora. During the visit, Minister Sakeena took detailed assessment of the pace and quality of the works being carried out at one of…

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Health and Education Projects

Minister Sakeena Itoo Dedicates Key Health and Education Projects During Extensive Beerwah Tour

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Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo today conducted an extensive tour of Beerwah Constituency of district Budgam and dedicated several infrastructure projects for the public purposes. During the visit, Minister inaugurated newly constructed building of Government High School Batapora Kenihama, Atal Tinkering Lab and Information Communication Technology Lab at…

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New COVID-19

India Reports 2,710 Active Covid-19 Cases, Seven Deaths; Centre Assures Full Preparedness

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India’s Covid-19 tally has reached 2,710 active cases, with 1,170 patients discharged, as per the Union Health Ministry. The country reported seven deaths across multiple states, with comorbidities playing a significant role in most cases, according to state-wise data. According to the Health Ministry, in Delhi, one death was reported–a 60-year-old female with acute intestinal…

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Free Medical Camp

Srinagar Police Holds Free Medical Camp Under Civic Action Programme 2024-25 at PHC Mujgund

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Continuing its unwavering commitment to public welfare, Police in Srinagar, under Civic Action Programme 2024-25 organized a “Free Medical Camp” at PHC Mujgund Srinagar, in which large number of patients of the adjacent areas availed medical consultations, treatments and free medicines. The medical camp was inaugurated by SP City Zone (West) Srinagar Imtiaz Ahmed-JKPS, SDPO…

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New COVID-19

Maharashtra Reports Two Covid-19 Deaths in 2025, 106 Cases Recorded This Year,Govt Urges Citizens not to Panic

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Maharashtra reported two Covid-19-linked deaths since January, alongside a rise in cases, with 106 infections recorded out of 6,066 tests conducted this year. Mumbai alone accounts for 101 of these cases, with 52 patients currently under treatment—16 hospitalized with mild symptoms. Both deaths, which occurred in Mumbai, involved patients with comorbidities, according to the state…

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New COVID-19

New COVID-19 Wave Hits Hong Kong, Singapore as Cases Surge Across Asia

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As the world continues to navigate the complexities of living with COVID-19, a new wave of infections has swept across Asia, with Hong Kong and Singapore reporting significant spikes in cases during the spring of 2025. This resurgence, marked by rising positivity rates, hospitalizations, and viral loads, underscores the virus’s persistent ability to challenge public…

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Dr. Hakim Irfan Showkat

Kashmiri Cardiologist Dr. Hakim Irfan Showkat Honored with Prestigious SCAI Fellowship in USA

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In a moment of pride for Kashmir and the Indian medical fraternity, Dr. Hakim Irfan Showkat, a distinguished interventional cardiologist from the valley, has been awarded the prestigious Fellowship of the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions (SCAI), USA. This elite recognition places him among a select group of global cardiologists acknowledged for their exceptional…

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Clinics Sealed

14 Medical Shops Sealed in Shopian for Violating Drug Act Norms

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In compliance with the directions issued by the Deputy Commissioner Shopian, a joint inspection drive was carried out today by the concerned Drugs Control Officers in coordination with Tehsildars in various villages of Hermain and Keller tehsils. The inspection was carried out in Pehlipora, Kellar, Mastpora, Mashwara, Wanpura, Batmurran, Narpora, Hermain, Alamgunj, Kumdalan, Nagisharan, Hajipora,…

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SIKIMS

SKIMS Forms Committee to Oversee Digitization of Medical Records

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The Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS) Soura has constituted a committee to oversee and implement the digitization process of medical records of the Department of Medical Records (MRD).The committee headed by Prof. Rauf Ahmad Wani, Department of General Surgery, SKIMS as chairman has been tasked to assess and identify the requirements for the digitization…

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Omar Abdullah Stresses

Omar Abdullah Stresses on Improving Emergency Services and Healthcare Access in Rural Areas at JK MediCon-2025

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Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today emphasized the need to improve handling of emergency cases and capacity at various Government Medical Colleges (GMCs) to ease the burden on major hospitals. He also stressed the importance of ensuring that doctors serve beyond urban centers. “We need to augment and improve the emergency handling capability and capacity in…

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Minister Sakeena Itoo

Minister Sakeena Itoo Highlights Government’s Commitment to Cancer Care at Mission Cancer Conference

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Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo, today remarked that the present Government led by Omar Abdullah is committed to provide all possible assistance to Cancer patients with creation of best advanced facilities in both the State Cancer Institutes at Jammu and Srinagar. The Minister made these remarks while addressing…

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Dr. Tasneem Shoukat

GMC Srinagar Bids Farewell to Dr. Tasneem Shoukat, Medical Superintendent of SMHS Hospital

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Government Medical College (GMC) Srinagar bade farewell to Dr. Tasneem Shoukat, Medical Superintendent SMHS Hospital Srinagar, on her superannuation. The farewell was attended by Prof. Dr. Iffat Hassan, Principal/Dean GMC Srinagar; Mohammad Ashraf Hakak, Administrator, Associated Hospitals, GMC, Prof Sabiya Majeed Head Deptt of Biochemistry; Prof. Dr. Iqbal SaIeem HOD, General Surgery; Prof Dr.Manzoor Latoo,…

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use of Organophosphorus

No New Illness Cases in Village Badhal Rajouri 87 Families Continue to Receive Care and Support

NOK Desk04 mins

Showing encouraging mitigation signs, no new illness case has been reported among the residents of health crisis hit Village Badhal since January 24, 2025, while the District Administration Rajouri, under the supervision of Deputy Commissioner Abhishek Sharma, is continuing with the intensive preventive care for their well being. To mitigate the situation and prevent further…

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Medical College in Rajouri

Shocking Link Discovered in Mysterious Rajouri Deaths,Common factor in All Deaths is involvement of the Brain, Damage to Nervous system: Principal GMC Rajouri 

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A mysterious illness has struck the Rajouri district in Jammu and Kashmir, resulting in 17 deaths. Medical authorities have rushed to the area to investigate the cause of the illness. According to Dr Amarjeet Singh Bhatia, Principal GMC Rajouri, a common factor among the deaths is the involvement of the brain and damage to the…

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AIIMS Awantipora

AIIMS Awantipora To Be Functional By Nov 2025, Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo Reviews Progress for Early Completion

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Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today held a joint meeting of the authorities of All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Awantipora, Health & Medical Education, PWD, Jal Shakti and CPWD regarding early completion of this  vital health facility in the region. Those who attended the meeting included Executive Director, AIIMS, Awantipora, Divisional Commissioner, Kashmir, Secretary,…

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CT Scan facility

District Hospital Bandipora Introduces 24×7 CT Scan Facility and Launches Contrast CT Scans

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In a groundbreaking move to enhance healthcare services, the District Hospital (DH) Bandipora has introduced a 24×7 CT scan facility for the first time. This significant development was announced by Medical Superintendent Dr. Masrat Iqbal Wani, who highlighted the initiative’s potential to provide uninterrupted diagnostic services, thereby eliminating the need for patients to travel to…

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Disease Spreads in Rajouri

Minister for Health Expresses Concern Over Unidentified Disease in Rajouri, Multiple Deaths Reported

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Minister for Health and Medical Education, Sakeena Itoo, has expressed concern over the spread of an unidentified disease in Rajouri, which has already resulted in multiple deaths. Speaking in Srinagar, she confirmed that health officials are actively investigating the cause while ensuring necessary medical interventions.  According to the minister, the disease was under control until recently,…

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Clubfoot at DH Bandipora

DH Bandipora Completes Successful Clubfoot Treatment for Khatija, Marks Milestone in Child Healthcare

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In a heartwarming development, the Medical Superintendent of District Hospital (DH) Bandipora, Dr. Masrat Iqbal Wani, on Monday, issued a certificate of completion of treatment for a clubfoot patient. The patient, Khatija, was born at DH Bandipora four months ago and diagnosed with clubfoot during screening by the District Early Intervention Centre (DEIC) at DH…

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