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Srinagar-Jammu NC reopens for 2-way passenger traffic
Authorities on Tuesday reopened the Srinagar-Jammu National Highway for passenger traffic from both directions after restoration work, officials said.
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LG Sinha praises healthcare workers on World Health Day
The LG also expressed hope for the well-being of all, wishing people good health.
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Militant module bust a positive step, but infiltration persists: CM Omar
The CM urged a focus on improving bilateral relations instead of escalating tensions.
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LeT module busted, 5 arrested: Police
Police urged residents to remain vigilant and report suspicious activity, saying public cooperation has been key in preventing attacks and dismantling networks.
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J&K mandates licensing, sets standards for drug rehabilitation centers
Kashmir Impulse Desk Srinagar, April 6 The Jammu and Kashmir government has introduced a new regulatory framework for drug de-addiction and rehabilitation centers, requiring mandatory licensing and setting detailed standards for infrastructure, staffing and treatment practices. Under rules notified this week, all such centers must obtain approval from designated authorities before operating. Existing facilities have […]
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Hailstorm damages apple orchards in south Kashmir
Kashmir Impulse Desk Srinagar, April 6 A sudden hailstorm swept through parts of south Kashmir on Monday, damaging apple orchards at a critical stage of development and raising concerns about a sharp decline in this year’s harvest. The storm, which lasted about 20 minutes, struck several villages in Shopian and Kulgam districts, including Feeripora, Mandujan, […]
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J&K reviews rollout of Urban Challenge Fund to boost city infrastructure
Kashmir Impulse Desk Jammu, April 6 Senior officials in Jammu and Kashmir on Tuesday reviewed plans to implement a new urban development financing program, with an emphasis on identifying viable projects and leveraging private investment to modernize city infrastructure. At a meeting chaired by the chief secretary, Atal Dulloo, officials discussed the roadmap for the […]
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Audit flags Rs 1.24 lakh crore in unapproved spending in J&K
Kashmir Impulse Desk Srinagar, April 6 An audit by the Comptroller and Auditor General of India has identified more than Rs 1.24 lakh crore in government spending in Jammu and Kashmir that was incurred without legislative approval, raising concerns about long-standing lapses in financial oversight. The expenditure, accumulated between 1980-81 and 2019-20, remains pending for […]
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Private hospitals in Kashmir plan to suspend free care under Sehat Scheme over unpaid dues
Kashmir Impulse Desk Srinagar, April 6 Private hospitals across Kashmir have said they will suspend free treatment under a government-backed health insurance program beginning April 15, citing more than Rs 300 crore in unpaid reimbursements. The decision, announced by representatives of empaneled hospitals, threatens to disrupt access to care for thousands of patients who rely […]
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World Health Day: Chronic illnesses’ surge poses growing health challenge in J&K
Kashmir Impulse Desk Srinagar, April 6 As World Health Day approaches, a different kind of health crisis is coming into focus in Jammu and Kashmir, one driven less by infectious disease and more by a steady rise in chronic illnesses. Across the region, non-communicable diseases such as diabetes, cardiovascular conditions and cancer are increasing at […]