May 3, 2026 | Kashmir POST

Prescription Monopoly in Srinagar: When Healthcare Starts Dictating, Not Serving

May 3, 2026 Editor

Srinagar Healthcare Monopoly: Doctor–Pharmacy–Lab Nexus Raises Ethical Concerns By: Javid Amin | 03 May 2026 From Isolated Incident to Widespread Pattern What initially appeared to be a single troubling case in Srinagar is now being described by many patients as a routine pattern across the city’s healthcare ecosystem. Families report a consistent experience: Medicines prescribed are available only at a specific pharmacy linked to the doctor Diagnostic tests are restricted to a particular lab Reports from outside labs are often rejected or dismissed, forcing patients to repeat tests In effect,…

Nasha Mukt Kashmir: Why Ignoring Alcohol Undermines the Anti-Drug Movement in Jammu & Kashmir

May 3, 2026May 3, 2026 Editor

Nasha Mukt Kashmir: Beyond Slogans, Toward Policy Integrity By: Javid Amin | 03 May 2026 Across Jammu & Kashmir, a powerful social movement is taking shape. From classrooms to mosques, colleges to community halls, the message is loud and unified — “Nasha Mukt Kashmir.” Rallies are being organized, awareness drives conducted, and voices from every section of society — teachers, students, religious leaders, sportspersons, and civil society — are joining hands. The campaign’s growing momentum reflects a genuine and urgent public concern: the rising threat of substance abuse in the…

“Ball in US Court”: Iran–US Standoff Deepens as Trump Rejects Peace Plan, War Risks Rise

May 3, 2026 Editor

“Ball in US Court”: Iran–US Crisis Hits निर्णायक Moment as Diplomacy Falters By: Javid Amin | 03 May 2026 The US–Iran confrontation has entered a निर्णायक phase. Tehran has declared that “the ball is in the US court,” signaling readiness for either a negotiated settlement or renewed conflict. Washington’s response, however, has tilted the balance toward escalation. US President Donald Trump has outright rejected Iran’s latest peace proposal, warning that military options remain firmly on the table. The result: a geopolitical standoff where both sides claim openness to diplomacy—but neither…

Kashmir Weather Alert: Strong Winds, Hailstorms Batter Valley; Orchards Hit Hard in Kulgam & Baramulla

May 3, 2026 Editor

Kashmir Weather Update: Strong Winds & Hailstorms Damage Orchards in Baramulla, Kulgam | Advisory Issued By: Javid Amin | 02 May 2026 Sudden Weather Shift Disrupts Life Across Kashmir A spell of strong winds, hailstorms, and erratic rainfall has disrupted normal life across the Kashmir Valley, particularly in Baramulla, Kupwara, and Kulgam. With wind speeds reaching 40–60 km/h between May 2 and May 5, the sudden weather shift has not only impacted daily life but also triggered serious concerns for the region’s agriculture-dependent economy. Ground Impact: Hailstorms & Winds Ravage…