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Experts highlight broader aspects of mental health issues, its treatment
Srinagar, Jul 5:The Mental Health Conclave 2026 was held by the Department of Psychiatry with support of Department of Community Medicine, SKIMS Deemed University & Medical College, Srinagar, under the aegis of the Indian Psychiatric Society. As per a press release, the two-day academic programme was inaugurated by Prof Mohammad Ashraf Ganie, Director SKIMS & Ex-Officio Secretary to Govt as chief guest, Prof T S S Rao, President Indian Psychiatry was the guest of honour. Other guests Dean medical faculty Prof Bashir Fomda as Guest of Honour. Prof Ganai said that mental illnesses are like other physical illnesses and need to be treated like other disorders. He appreciated the efforts of the department of psychiatry for organising such events and assured continuous administrative support in future for conducting such programmes. The formal inaugural ceremony at SKICC marked the observance of IPS Foundation Day and declaration of World Psychiatry Day, and was graced by distinguished dignitaries on dice like Prof Bashir A Fomda dean SKIMS Medical Faculty, Prof Aijaz A Rather;Associate Dean, Dr. Naresh Vadlamani;Hony Treasurer IPS, Prof Rajshree Ray;chairperson IPS Foundation Day, Prof Mohammad Salim Khan;President JK Medical Council, Dr Vijay Herbishetter;Chairman Thesis subcommittee, past presidents of IPS, senior academicians, and leaders of psychiatry from across the country. The guests were welcomed the Prof Abdul Maajid, HOD Psychiatry SKIMS Medical College as organising chairman said that Medisynapse: The mental health conclave that its has become a historic moment for SKIMS Deemed university and Medical College Srinagar to hold first of its kind Thesis ideas bank creation for young psychiatrists and postgraduate students under the aegis of IPS followed by workshop on ethics and professional relationship at work place. Leaders conclave was held of five past presidents of IPS who shared their experiences and future directions and vote of thanks was proposed by Dr Nizam ud Din organising secretary of the event. On the occasion Prof T S S Rao, president of Indian Psychiatry Society made a landmark initiative aimed at transforming psychiatric research in India- an intensive. World psychiatry Day was launched first time in the 75 years of history of Indian Psychiatry that too from SKIMS Srinagar by President Indian Psychiatric Society Prof T S S Rao. Thesis Sub-Committee Scientific Workshop, bringing together eminent academicians and subject experts from across India representing diverse subspecialties, including Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry, Forensic Psychiatry and Geriatric Psychiatry with experts from prestigious institutions like NMHANS Bangaluru, AIIMS, PGI Chandigarh spam across India. The workshop focused on developing standardized research templates, generating novel research ideas, and formulating model thesis protocols that will ultimately contribute to the creation of a robust IPS Thesis Banka resource envisioned to establish a structured national repository of high-quality research ideas and model thesis protocols, fostering collaborative, innovative, and clinically relevant academic research among postgraduate trainees across the country. The scientific proceedings also featured an engaging workshop on Ethics and Professional Relationships, highlighting the indispensable role of professionalism, ethical integrity, and compassionate clinical practice in modern psychiatry. The day concluded with a Leadership Conclave, where senior leaders of the Indian Psychiatric Society deliberated upon strategic priorities for the future growth of the profession, mentorship of young psychiatrists, and strengthening psychiatric services across the nation. On 4th July 2026, the conclave began with a Walkathon along the picturesque banks of Dal Lake, symbolising the support to Nasha Mukt Bharat (Jammu & Kashmir) Abhiyaan by SKIMS Medical College in collaboration with Indian Psychiatric Society. Medi-Synapse 2026 successfully has brought together clinicians, researchers, academicians, policymakers, and mental health professionals on a common platform dedicated to advancing psychiatric education, research, leadership, and advocacy. The Indian Psychiatric Society has always reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to promoting academic innovation, evidence-based practice, ethical leadership, and collaborative partnerships that will shape the future of mental healthcare in India. Prof T S S Rao, President Indian Psychiatry society was the special guest for all the 3 sessions conducted on July 3rd 2026, with Prof Mushtaq A Margoob, welcomed all the invited guests and the past presidents of eminence Prof Ajit Avasthi, Prof Savita Malohotra, Dr Laxmikant Rathi, Prof P K Dalal among others graced the occasion with their presence. Prof Rajshree Ray, Dr Ranjan Bhattacharya, Dr Abdul Majid, Dr Tanmaini Das, Dr Niska Sinha facilitated the session. The Session was chaired by Prof T S S rao and Dr Naresh Vadlamani (Hony Treasurer IPS). This was followed by panel discussion on students mental health moderated by prof Abdul Majid. The panel included Khrusheed Ahmed Gania, IAS, former adviser to Honorable Governor, Mr Imtiyaz Hussain DIG J&K Police,IPS, Prof Atul Ambekar NDDTC AIIMS, Syed Shabir Ahmed, joint Director School Education, RJ Rayees Mohuddin Actor, creator, and Dr Mudasir AP clinical psychologist GMC Baramulla. The panellist highlighted changes in the challenges in mental health faced by the students over period of time and the solution to tackle such challenges. The special emphasis was laid on tackling the substance abuse. One of the panellist namely Prof Om Prakash prof IBHAS New Delhi joined online opened the symposium.
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J-K: Fourth batch of pilgrims for Amarnath Yatra 2026 departs from Jammu base camp
Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], July 5 : Following the commencement of the annual Shri Amarnath Yatra 2026, the fourth batch of pilgrims has successfully departed from the Bhagwati Nagar base camp in Jammu on Sunday morning. A comprehensive, multi-layered security cover has been seamlessly put in place across the transit corridors to ensure the completely safe and smooth movement of pilgrims travelling through the valley. Devotees expressing their initial impressions highly lauded the elaborate security infrastructure, noting that the visible safety nets have significantly motivated them for the high-altitude darshan ahead. To address high-altitude health challenges and manage transit emergencies, the Udhampur Health Department has finalised a robust medical matrix stretching along the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH 44), specifically covering the sector from the Tikri Kali Mata Temple to the Chenani-Nashri Tunnel. Ten stationary first-aid camps have been operationalised at key bottleneck areas to provide immediate relief. Six fully equipped, life-support ambulances have been deployed at strategic intervals. These emergency vehicles are positioned to provide rapid, life-saving medical interventions and to facilitate the swift evacuation of any distressed or ill pilgrims to nearby healthcare facilities if emergencies arise, confirmed Chief Medical Officer Anil Manhas. Om Shiv Shakti Sewa Langar Committee President Varinder Malik stated that a 24-hour medical camp has been stocked with ample oxygen cylinders, blood pressure/sugar management medications, and dedicated ambulance backup alongside their continuous three-meal bhandara service running through August 28. Pilgrims arriving from various states, including Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan, expressed immense satisfaction with the overall logistics, particularly appreciating the sanitation and lodging infrastructure provided by the Ramban administration at the Chanderkote Yatri Niwas, which has been illuminated beautifully in tricolour lights. Furthermore, engineering interventions executed on the challenging trek routes received high praise from the moving batches. This route used to be exceptionally difficult and hazardous. The Border Roads Organisation (BRO), including the 122 Road Construction Company (RCC), has done truly great work in maintaining and structurally improving the track from the Baltal base camp to the Holy Cave. I thank and congratulate the BRO, stated a devotee from Chandigarh. On Friday, the 57-day pilgrimage officially commenced and is being heavily monitored using digital surveillance and RFID tracking systems to ensure crowd management and safety. The annual yatra is scheduled to conclude on August 28, coinciding with the festival of Raksha Bandhan. (ANI)
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Which Indian city tops the income charts?
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