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Srinagar, July 6 : Ujala Cygnus Kashmir Super Specialty Hospital, part of the esteemed Ujala Cygnus chain of 28 hospitals in North India, has been honored with the prestigious Vyapar Ratna Award for its exemplary patient care and community healthcare achievements. The award was presented by Union Minister Shri Piyush Goyal, Ministry of Industries and Commerce, Government of India, at SKICC Srinagar. Dr. Pervez Sofi, Managing Director of Ujala Cygnus Kashmir Super Specialty Hospital, accepted the honor.This esteemed recognition highlights the hospital's unwavering commitment to delivering outstanding healthcare services, aligning with its mission to provide seamless access to quality medical…

Kupwara, July 5 : Chief Medical Officer (CMO) Kupwara, Dr. Masrat Iqbal Wani, today visited AAM Health & Wellness Centre (HWC) Chandigam during the ongoing National Quality Assurance Standards (NQAS) Assessment, conducted by a central team from the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare. The virtual assessment is part of the Government of India’s initiative to evaluate and certify public health facilities on pre-defined quality parameters under the NQAS framework. During his visit, CMO Kupwara interacted with the on-site staff, observed the virtual interaction between the national assessors and the facility team, and reviewed documents, registers, and patient service areas…

Kupwara, July 4: Chief Medical Officer Kupwara, Dr. Masrat Iqbal Wani, conducted a surprise late-night inspection at Sub District Hospital Kupwara to assess the functioning of the facility and ensure quality healthcare services.During the visit, Dr. Wani interacted with patients and attendants to get firsthand feedback on the services being provided. He also reviewed the attendance of medical and paramedical staff on night duty and expressed satisfaction over their presence.Emphasizing the importance of patient-friendly services, the CMO instructed the hospital staff to uphold the highest standards of care and maintain compassionate conduct while dealing with patients. “Ensuring quality healthcare and…

Kupwara : The Semi-finals of Lolab Premier League ended in style, with two teams rising above the rest. The crowds roared, tensions soared, and two contendors for the Championship emerged at Chandigam.In a gripping first semifinal encounter, Shaheen Sports Lalpora edged out Young Lords Diver by just 3 runs in a match filled with twists and tension. Batting first, Shaheen Sports Lalpora posted a solid total of 157/7 in 17 overs, powered by a sensational innings from Shahid Mir, who hammered 79 off 45 balls, including 7 boundaries and 7 sixes.Chasing 158, Young Lords Diver responded strongly, as Bhat Zameer…

Peerzada Zubair  Kupwara : The Chak Keegam Battalion today organized an exhilarating volleyball match as part of its ongoing efforts to foster unity, physical fitness, and competitive spirit among locals. The event, held at High School, Keegam, witnessed enthusiastic participation creating an atmosphere of high energy and spirited sportsmanship. The match featured two well-prepared teams - SUPER STRIKERS KEEGAM & KHARGUND VOLLEYBALL CLUB, each showcasing exceptional coordination, agility, and determination. From powerful spikes to strategic blocks, the game kept spectators on the edge of their seats, highlighting the athletic prowess and sports discipline. Today was the inaugural match of the…

Kupwara : A Unified Effort by District Administration and Indian Army especially Rashtriya Rifle Bathlion Unit keran Fosters Empowerment and Hope kundian village in Keran.Kundian, Keran – In a stirring demonstration of solidarity, service, and compassion, the “Dharti Aaba Abhiyan Awareness and Benefit Saturation Program” was successfully held on 30th June 2025 in Kundian village of the Keran Sector—an area nestled deep along the Line of Control (LoC) in Kupwara district. This landmark event was jointly organized by the District Administration Kupwara and the Indian Army’s Rashtriya Rifles Battalion (Keran Unit), with significant support from the Rashtriya Rifles Company based in Kundian.The…

Kupwara, 26 June 2025:As part of its ongoing public outreach under the Thana Diwas initiative, Kupwara Police today organized interactive community programmes at Police Station Kupwara, Police Station Kralpora, and Police Post Khurhama. The events aimed to bridge the gap between the police and the public by fostering trust, addressing grievances, and encouraging community participation in crime prevention. At Police Station Kupwara, the event was chaired by Additional Superintendent of Police Kupwara, Shri Syed Javaid, and witnessed enthusiastic participation from Panchayati Raj Institution (PRI) members, senior citizens, local traders, and youth. Concerns related to traffic management, drug abuse, and civic…

Srinagar, June 26: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha today held a meeting with political leaders at Raj Bhawan Srinagar and discussed the preparations for Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra, which is scheduled to begin from July 3.The meeting was attended by Chief Minister Shri Omar Abdullah; Shri Sat Sharma, Dr. Nirmal Singh and Shri Kavinder Gupta (BJP); Shri Tara Chand and Shri Ghulam Ahmad Mir (Indian National Congress); Shri Showkat Ahmad Mir and Shri Jagdish Singh Azad (National Conference); Shri Mohamad Yousuf Tarigami (CPIM); Shri Sajad Gani Lone (J&K Peoples Conference); Shri Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari (J&K Apni Party); Ms Iltaja…

Kupwara, 26th June: In observance of the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, the Kupwara Police organized a comprehensive Drug Awareness Rally on 26th June 2025 with the objective of generating mass awareness regarding the ill effects of drug abuse and reinforcing the collective resolve to combat this societal menace. The event was formally inaugurated with the welcome address of the Worthy Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Kupwara, Shri Gulam Jeelani Wani (JKPS). The occasion was also graced by the presence of Additional Superintendent of Police Kupwara, Deputy Superintendent of Police Headquarters, Deputy Superintendent of Police DAR, Station…

Kupwara : Continuing its drive against drug menace, the Police Station Kupwara established a routine Naka (checkpoint) at Khumriyal. During checking, the Naka party apprehended one individual who was found to be in possession of narcotics.The accused has been identified as Umer Aziz Payer S/O Ab Aziz Payer R/O Cheerikoot Lolab Kupwara. Upon his search, a substantial amount of Heroin like substance was recovered from his possession. Preliminary enquiry revealed that the accused was engaged in illicit drug trafficking. In this regard, a case has FIR No. 186/2025 under Sections 8/20,21,29 of the NDPS Act has been registered at Police…