Friday, November 13, 2026

GMC Srinagar mourns demise of senior surgeon Prof Mohammad Akbar Bhat

Health Department posts new Medical Officer at Central Jail Srinagar

Dr Syed Manzoor ul Haq replaces Dr Waseem Ahmad Gangoo; transfers take immediate effect

Sakina Itoo inaugurates ₹1.88-cr NTPHC at Chukar, inspects Pattan PHC

Minister visits family of Sopore medical student who died in Bangladesh, assures government assistance

Dr Jitendra Singh felicitates Srinagar dermatologist Dr Mir Shahnawaz

Tesla USG Centre inaugurated in Pattan

Facility to be operated by two MD Radiologists; MLA Javid Riyaz Bedar inaugurates centre

Surgical services resume at SDH Dawar, 75-year-old undergoes hernia operation

Operation theatre made functional days after hunger strike over healthcare facilities; residents renew demand for permanent gynaecologist, blood bank

Kashmir pulmonologist felicitated at National Chest Conference in Kolkata

Recognition at NAPCON marks third consecutive year of professional distinctions for senior respiratory medicine specialist

30 additional PG medical seats for GMC Jammu, Srinagar; combined intake rises to 549

J&K NHM approves 5% annual increment for contractual employees

Revised remuneration to take effect from April 1, October 1 depending on service eligibility; Employees completing one year after September 30 to benefit from April 2027

NHM implementation reviewed in Anantnag, Athar Aamir sets deadline for achieving targets

Directs BMOs to accelerate schemes, improve patient care across health institutions

NHM employees reject 5% increment as routine, threaten fresh agitation

Say September assurances on pay revision, job security and retirement benefits remain unfulfilled

Dr Anjum Reshi inaugurates Aura Aesthetics skin, hair and laser clinic

Facility to offer specialised skincare, hair treatments and cosmetic procedures

AIIMS Awantipora to offer 100 MBBS seats soon ; Sakeena Itoo

Start full-fledged OPD at AIIMS Awantipora before December: Nadda to officials

83% construction complete; Union Health Minister sets June 2027 deadline for entire project; IPD services targeted by July 2027, MBBS classes from next academic session; over 1,000 apply for faculty posts

JP Nadda likely to inaugurate AIIMS Awantipora tomorrow at 10 AM

Kashmir fertility specialist Dr Sajjad Hussain attends ASRM 2026 conference in US

Interacts with global experts, explores advances in IVF and reproductive medicine

500 kg unsafe sweets destroyed in Jammu ahead of Diwali, 56 food samples collected

Two licences, two registrations suspended; 11 challans recommended during FDA enforcement drive

JP Nadda to review construction progress of AIIMS Awantipora tomorrow

Union Health Minister to assess status of Rs 2,160 crore healthcare project

AIMSA sets Nov 12 deadline for revision of PG doctors’ stipends in J&K

Warns of UT-wide protests if demands remain unmet; seeks CM Omar Abdullah’s intervention

Gurez deserves better healthcare, but not at Bandipora’s cost: Traders threaten hunger strike

Civil society questions transfer of gynaecologist, alleges doctors posted in Bandipora are serving elsewhere

Over 41% nutraceutical samples fail quality checks in J&K

136 of 328 samples found non-conforming in six months; FDA launches fresh UT-wide crackdown;168 inspections conducted, 146 fresh samples lifted; seven labelling violations detected

Gurez hunger strike ends, shifting of Bandipora gynaecologist raises questions

Two specialists deployed to CHC Dawar; residents seek clarity on replacing Dr Sheikh Firdous at DH Bandipora

Health Insurance Premium Calculators: How They Work and How Accurate They Are

Chinar Corps, Jaipur Foot organise artificial limb camp in Kashmir

Kashmiri doctors’ research selected for oral presentation at ESC Congress 2026

Over 11,700 food inspections conducted in J&K in six months

Assembly panel flags food adulteration concerns, seeks advanced testing laboratories in Jammu, Kashmir

PARAS Health Srinagar launches public health awareness campaign

‘One Minute with PARAS’ to address common health concerns through expert medical guidance

J&K medical interns welcome stipend hike, thank CM Omar Abdullah

Interns’ representative Dr Akib Javid credits collective efforts, thanks Health Minister, CM’s Advisor, opposition leaders

Drug Controller J&K visits Pulwama, cautions chemists against misuse of medicines

Awareness drive focuses on regulated sale of habit-forming drugs, proper record-keeping

Repeated talks fail to resolve stipend row, J&K interns begin indefinite strike

CM Omar approves doubling of MBBS, BDS Interns’ stipend to Rs 25,000

Health Department directed to issue orders immediately; formal notification tomorrow as holiday delays issuance; Interns to get Rs 12,700 more every month; revision marks over 103 per cent increase

J&K Medical Interns Welcome Stipend Hike, Refuse to End Strike Until Order Issued

Interns thank CM Omar Abdullah for approving Rs 25,000 stipend; say protest will continue until formal notification

MD NHM Reviews Maternal, Child Healthcare Services at SKIMS Bemina

J&K medical interns hold candlelight protests over pending stipend hike

DSEK Approves Transfer of Cancer-Stricken Teacher After Six Rejections by CEO Bandipora

Directorate sanctions posting to GHS Kaloosa on acute medical grounds; formal order subject to verification of service and pending cases

ASMEA, AEJAK train over 70 J&K Bank employees in CPR, first aid

Initiative aims to promote emergency preparedness and life-saving skills across J&K

DH Bandipora directs consultants to stay within 8-km radius

Warns of disciplinary action for unauthorised absence, failure to attend emergencies

DHSK orders probe into Gurez woman, newborn deaths

Four-member committee to examine possible medical negligence; report sought within five days

Newborn Dies at Gurez Hospital, Mother Declared Brought Dead in Bandipora

Family alleges doctor was absent at PHC Sheikhpora; BMO says ambulance couldn't proceed twice due to road closure, SDM says BRO approached for clearance

Gurez markets shut over death of Pregnant Woman, Baby

Protesters allege delay in hospital referral amid snowfall; CMO orders investigation

SKIMS Medical College IPD Block to be inaugurated on Dec 5

Director reviews patient care, winter preparedness and infrastructure works

Gurez shuts down over death of pregnant woman, unborn baby

Family alleges delay in hospital referral amid snowfall Health Department orders inquiry; minister assures action if lapses found

Gurez Mother-Newborn Death: Probe Ordered, Action Against Guilty Assured, Says DC Bandipora

Preliminary report submitted to Health Directorate; Red Cross compensation provided to bereaved family

PARAS Srinagar to offer joint replacement surgeries under Ayushman Bharat

Eligible patients can access knee, hip replacement procedures subject to scheme guidelines

‘Seek timely help for mental health concerns’: Shazana Anjum

Awareness programmes held in Bandipora, Hajin; Tele-MANAS helpline highlighted

Misleading food advertisements may attract Rs 10 lakh penalty, FBOs warned

Advisory calls for scientific backing of claims, strict compliance with food safety regulations

AMNT Nursing College Bandipora observes World Mental Health Day

Clinical psychologist Shazana Anjum stresses listening, early intervention and Tele-MANAS support

IMHANS Kashmir observes World Mental Health Day 2026

Experts stress patient-centred care, improved access to services and need to combat stigma

SKIMS Medical College Bemina Launches Month-Long Mental Health Awareness Campaign

Theme Focuses on Lived Experiences, Community Needs and Inclusive Mental Healthcare; Awareness and Treatment Camp Held at Tangdhar

CHC Pattan performs 600 major surgeries in two years, expands laparoscopic services

Advanced surgical procedures now available at community level; Three surgeons lead efforts to reduce referrals to tertiary hospitals