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Kashmir Meat Crisis: Rotten Meat Seizures and Food Safety Failures
Nation

THE MEAT CRISIS: KASHMIR'S REPEATED FOOD SAFETY FAILURES RAISE A DISTURBING QUESTION — WHO IS PROTECTING THE CONSUMER?

From the seizure of 1,600 kilograms of suspected rotten meat at Budgam Railway Station to the discovery of thousands of kilograms of unsafe food products across Jammu and Kashmir, a recurring pattern of enforcement operations has exposed vulnerabilities in the region's food supply chain. Despite government crackdowns, judicial intervention and official assurances, the fundamental question remains: how much unsafe food goes undetected?

By Aalimi Nation · 12 min read

India’s First Dengue Vaccine: A New Shield Against a Growing Monsoon Threat
Health

India’s First Dengue Vaccine: A New Shield Against a Growing Monsoon Threat

India’s approval of Qdenga marks a major new chapter in dengue prevention, but doctors and public-health experts stress that vaccination cannot replace mosquito control, early diagnosis and timely medical care.After decades of relying largely on mosquito control and supportive treatment, India has approved its first dengue vaccine. Qdenga, developed by Takeda, is authorised for people aged 4 to 60 and targets all four dengue virus serotypes. But the vaccine is not a complete solution: experts continue to emphasise eliminating stagnant water, preventing mosquito bites and recognising warning signs of severe dengue early.

By Aalimi Nation · 5 min read