FRESHER ORIENTATION

New-comer first year students were welcomed in a get together meet in the faculty on Monday, 17th August. The fresher students were briefed and familiarized about various aspects of academic and administrative regulations of the University. A day long special orientation program was organized and freshers were acquainted with the new course content and curriculum devised by the Veterinary Council of India. An overview of the examination and evaluation system followed as per VCI regulations were also briefed. General rules and instructions were also summarized. Deliberations also included history of veterinary profession and its scope as a promising career. The students and faculty members were also informed about the new laws in vogue against ragging as per the supreme court directives. The authorities pressed everyone to work collectively against the social menace and to curb it altogether from professional institutes.

VCM-DIVISION OF VETERINARY CLINICAL MEDICINE & JURISPRUDENCE

Established as an independent division of F.V.Sc. & A.H. in 2001-2002.Veterinary Clinical medicine is multi disciplinary subject which embraces various aspects like Veterinary internal medicine, diagnosis and therapeutics of animal diseases. Research is directed to use existing diagnostic facilities, also to evolve new entities for the treatment of animal diseases and increasing productivity of the farm animals.

Mandate:
1. Imparting instructions to B.V.Sc. & A.H. students in Vety. Clinical medicine as prescribed under VCI syllabus.
2. Imparting instructions and research orientation at Post Graduate level in the discipline

Research Programs
1. Studies on mineral imbalances and production diseases
2. Studies on gastroenteritis of canines

3. Prevalence of skin infection in canines

Avenues for collaborative research with other interested institutions
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Services that can be offered by the division
Clinical services in small and large animal OPD

Ambulatory services and clinical camps

Headed by
Dr. Surinder Kumar Gupta, Professor
Phone No: +91-1923-250242 (office)
Fax:
E-mail :

FACULTY

Dr. Surinder Kumar Gupta, BVSc & AH, MVSc, PhD

Professor

+91-9419124146

drsurinderkumargupta@yahoo.com.au
Specialization in/ Research interests: Immunoparasitology/ Veterinary Internal Medicine

Awards:

1. University Gold Medal in M.V.Sc.
2. ICAR’s JRF during M.V.Sc.
3. CSIR’s SRF during Ph.D

Research projects:
PG Students guided: 3 (Three) M.V.Sc. and 1 Ph.D.
Selected Publications:

1. Gupta, S.K., Bhardwaj, R.K., Singh, R., Raina, A.K. and Kumar, A. (2002). Management of canine babesiosis-A case report. Indian J. Vet. Med., 22(2): 124
2. Raina, A.K., Singh, R., Dutta, T.K., Senthil, V.S. and Gupta, S.K. (2003): Epidemiological srudy of an outbreak of sheep pox disease in an organized farm. INTAS POLIVET., 4(1): 72-75
3. Gupta, S.K., Yadav, A., Raina, A.K. and Singh, R. (2004). Theileriosis in a seven day old bovine calf-A case report. Indian J. Vet. Med. 24(1): 35
4. Yadav, A., Gupta, S.K., Raina, A.K. and Khajuria, J.K. (2004). Bovine babesiosis in one month old bovine calf- A case report. J. Res. SKUAST-Jammu., 3(1): 36-38
5. Singh, R., Gupta, S.K., Raina, A.K., Dutta., T.K. and Agrawal, R. (2005). Occurrence of foot and mouth disease in livestock of Jammu region. 25(1): 49-50
6. Sharma, Neelesh, Gupta, S.K., Soodan, J.S. and Singh, Rajiv (2005). Important production diseases of dairy animals-A review. Dairy Planner. 2(11): 6-8
7. Sharma, Neelesh, Gautam, Ablesh Upadhyay, S.R., Hussain K., Soodan, J.S. and Gupta, S.K. (2006). Role of antioxidants in udder health: a review. Indian Journal of Field Veterinarian. 2(1): 73-76
8. Sharma, Neelesh, Gupta, S.K., Sharma, U. and Hussain, K. (2007). Treatment of clinical mastitis in buffalo-A case report. Buffalo Bulletin. 26(2): 56-58
9. Sharma, Neelesh, Pandey, Vijay, Gupta, S.K. and Upadhyay, S.R. (2008). Efficacy of oxfendazole against strongyles in migratory buffalo calves. Buffalo Bulletin, 27(3): 253

10. Sharma, S.K, Soodan, J.S., Raina, B.B Gupta, S.K., and Yadav .A (2008).Prevalence of skin infection in canines. Indian J. Vet. Med., 28(2): 137-138

Dr. J. S. Soodan
Associate Professor

Dr. Rajiv Singh
Associate Professor

Dr. Kafil Hussain, BVSc & AH, MVSc, PhD
Assistant Professor

+91-9419197678

kafil_hussain@yahoo.com

Specialization in/ Research interests: Veterinary Medicine

Research projects:
PG Students guided: 02 (pursuing MVSc)
Awards:

1. Awarded Dr.P.D.K.V. open merit Scholarship during the year 1995 – 96 for under graduate studies

2. Young Scientist Award ISSAR-2002

3. ISVM Appreciation Award-2006

4. Appreciation Award- Soc. Mob-2005

5. IVRI Senior Research Fellow-2001
6. Regional Secretary (North Zone) of Indian society for veterinary medicine(ISVM)-2008-2010
Selected Publications:

1. Kafil Hussain, Dakshinkar, N. P., Sarode, D. B. and Nighot, N. K. (2004). Efficacy of Anthelmex a polyherbal anthelmintic against gastrointestinal nematodes in axis deer. The Indian Veterinary Journal. 81: 940-941
2. Kafil Hussain, Sarode, D. B., Dakshinkar, N. P., Rode, A. M., Kothekar, M. D and Maske, D. K. (2002). Haematobiochemical studies in axis deer with natural gastrointestinal infection. The Indian Veterinary Journal. 79: 20-22
3. Kafil Hussain, Sarode, D. B., Dakshinkar, N. P. and Rode, A. M. (2002). Prevalence of helminthic infection in axis deer at Nagpur. The Indian Veterinary Journal. 79: 1313-1314
4. Kafil Hussain and Sarode, D.B.(2003). Efficacy of Panacur (fenbendazole) against gastrointestinal nematodes in axis deer. The Blue Cross Book. 20: 19-21
5. Kafil Hussain, Mir A.Q., Neelesh Sharma and Soodan J.S (2004). Selenium an important trace elements in dairy animals – a review. Dairy Planner 1 : 11-12
6. Kafil Hussain and Neelesh Sharma (2004). Role of phosphorus in livestock. Veterinary world 3: 14-16
7. Kafil Hussain, Soodan, J.S., Sharma, N. and Upadhyay, S.R.(2006). Canine ehrlichiosis-a review. The North-East Veterinarian. 6: 18-20
8. Kafil Hussain and Sharma, M.C (2002). Veterinary endoscopy, a great tool in small animal practice. Pet India 8: 14 -16
9. Sudhan, N.A., Kafil Hussain, Zama, M.M.S and Singh, R.(2006). Certain serological values of captive Spotted Deer Axis axis at Manda Zoo, Jammu. Zoos Print Journal. 7: 2378
10. Sharma, M. C., Chinmay Joshi, Gunjan Das and Kafil Hussain (2007). Mineral nutrition and reproductive performance of the dairy animals: a review. Indian Journal of Animal Sciences 77: 599-608

Dr. Neelesh Sharma, BVSc & AH, MVSc
Assistant Professor

+91-9419197760

drneelesh_sharma@yahoo.co.in

Specialization in/ Research interests: Mastitis in dairy animals

Research projects:
PG Students guided:

Awards:
Selected Publications:

1. Sharma, Neelesh, 2008 Foot and Mouth Disease - Mastitis Cascade in Dairy Cattle: A field study. International Journal of Zoological Research. 4(1): 64-67.
2. Sharma, Neelesh, Pandey, V., Gupta, S.K & Upadhyay, S.R. 2008. Efficacy of oxfendazole against strongyles in migratory buffalo calves. Buffalo Bulletin, 27(3): 253
3. Sharma, Neelesh, Maiti, S. K & Sharma, K K 2007 , Prevalence, etiology and antibiogram of Microorganisms associated with Sub-clinical mastitis in buffaloes in Durg, Chhattisgarh State. , International Journal of Dairy Science 2(2):145-151
4. Sharma, Neelesh 2007 Alternative approach to control intramammary infection in dairy cows- A review. Asian Journal of Animal and. Veterinary Advances. 2(2):50-62.
5. Maiti, S.K, Sharma, 2006 Neelesh & Mukherjee, K Efficacy of mastilep application during early and late gestation for the prevention of mastitis in cattle. Indian Journal of field Veterinarian. 2(1): 36-39.
6. Singh, Rajiv, Sharma, Neelesh, Soodan, J.S.Sudhan, N.A. 2005 Etiology and sensitivity of bacterial isolates from sub clinical mastitis in cattle from Jammu region. Journal of Research SKUAST-J. & 4(2):223-224.
7. Sharma, Neelesh & Maiti, S.K 2005 Effect of dietary supplementation of vitamin E and selenium in sub clinical mastitis in dairy, Medicine cows. Indian Journal of Veterinary. 25(2): 76-79.
8. Sharma, Neelesh, Maiti. S.K. & Koley, K.M., 2004 Studies on the incidence of sub clinical mastitis in buffaloes of Rajnandgaon district of C.G. Veterinary Practitioner 5(2):123-124.
9. Maiti, S.K, Sharma, Neelesh & Koley, KM 2004 Efficacy of post milking herbal teat dip in the control of mastitis in cows. Veterinary Practitioner. 5(2):105-106
10. Maiti, S.K, Sharma, Neelesh & Awasthy, B.K 2003. Studies on incidence of sub- clinical mastitis in cattle and buffaloes of Durg area of C.G. Veterinary Practitioner. 4(2): 90.

Dr. S. R. Upadhyay
Assistant Professor

Dr. R. K. Bhardwaj

Assistant Professor

VPT-DIVISION OF PHARMACOLOGY & TOXICOLOGY

Established as an independent division of F.V.Sc. & A.H. in 2001-2002.
Pharmacology and Toxicology is essentially an experimental science which embraces various aspects like pharmacodynamic, pharmacokinetics and metabolism, pharmacotherapy and toxicology. Research is directed to use existing drugs judiciously and rationally, also evolve new entities for the treatment of animal diseases and increasing productivity of the farm animals.
Mandate:

1. Imparting instructions to B.V.Sc. & A.H. students in Vety. Pharmacology & Toxicology as prescribed under VCI syllabus.

2. Imparting instructions and research orientation at Post Graduate level in the discipline

Research Programs

1. Pharmacokinetics of antibacterial drugs in small ruminants
2. Toxicological studies of pesticides

3. Toxicological studies of minerals in small ruminants

Avenues for collaborative research with other interested institutions

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Services that can be offered by the division

Evaluation of different biomarkers for diagnosis of toxicosis

Headed by

Dr. Rajinder Raina, Professor

Phone No:

Fax:

E-mail : vetypharma_skuastj@hotmail.com

FACULTY

Dr. Rajinder Raina, Ph.D.

Professor

Phone No: +91-9419630356

E-mail : drrajinderraina@ymail.com

Specialization in/ Research interests: Pharmacokinetics & Toxicokinetics
Research projects:

1. Pharmacokinetics of antibacterial drugs in small ruminants
2. Toxicological studies of pesticides

3. Toxicological studies of minerals in small ruminants
PG Students guided: 3 (Three)

Selected Publications:

1. Raina R, Prawez S. and Srivastava A.K. (2005) Pharmacokinetics and dosage regimen of Ceftriaxone following its single intramuscular administration in Kangani breed of goats (Capra hircus). Journal of Research, SKUAST-J. 4(2): 137-142.
2. Manwar S.J., Moudgal R.P., Shastry K.V.H., Mohan J. and Raina R. (2005). Role of nitric acid in follicular development and egg production in Japanese quail (Coturnix coturnix japonica). Theriogenology. 65(7):1392-1400.
3. Prawez S. and Raina R. (2006). Effects of E. coli. endotoxin induced fever on the kinetics and dosage regimen of cefuroxime in goats. Indian Journal of Animal Research. 40(2):131-134.
4. Verma PK, Kumar D, Tandan SK and Raina R (2007) Effect of Tryptaminergic system in regulating the motility of Gastrothylax crumenifer, Journal of Veterinary Parasitology 21(2):157-160.
5. Verma PK, Kumar D, Tandan SK, Srivastava AK and Raina R (2007) Effect of calcium channel blockers on spontaneous muscular activity of Gastrothylax crumenifer, a rumen amphistome. Iranian Journal of Pharmacology and Therapeutics, 6(2): 139-144.
6. Verma PK, Kumar D, Tandan SK, Srivastava AK and Raina R (2007) Effect of Nitric oxide modulators on spontaneous muscular activity of Gastrothylax crumenifer, a rumen amphistome. Journal of Research, 6(1): 102-108.
7. Raina R, Prawez S, Dimitrova DJ, Verma PK and Pankaj NK (2007) Pharmacokinetics of ciprofloxacin following intravenous administration in Wlh Chickens (Gallus domesticus). Journal of Veterinary Pharmacology and Toxicology, 6(2): 6-11.
8. Prawez S, Raina R, Srivastava AK, Pankaj NK Verma PK and Dimitrova DJ (2007) Pharmacokinetics of tobramycin following single intramuscular administration in kagani goats (Capra hircus). Bulgarian Journal of Veterinary Medicine. 10(2): 13-19.
9. Raina R, Prawez S, Pankaj NK and Verma PK (2007) Pharmacokinetics of Ciprofloxacin after Single Oral Administration to WLH Chicken (Gallus Domesticus). Tamilnadu Journal of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, 3(5): 254-259.
10. Raina R, Prawez S, Dimitrova DJ, Pankaj NK, Verma PK (2008). Disposition kinetics and urinary excretion of ciprofloxacin in goats following single intravenous administration. Journal of Veterinary Sciences, 9(3): 241-245.
11. Vinay Kant, Srivastava AK, Verma PK, Raina R (2009) Alterations in the biochemical parameters during sub-acute toxicity of fluoride alone and in conjunction with aluminum sulphate in goats. Biological Trace Element Research, 130: 20-30 .
12. Raina R, Verma PK, Kusum, Vinay Kant (2009) Effect of repeated dermal application of α-cypermethrin on lipid peroxidation and antioxidant status in rats. Toxicology International, 16(1): 27-30.
13. Vinay Kant, Srivastava AK, Verma PK, Raina R, Pankaj NK (2009). Negligible ameliorative efficacy of aluminum sulphate on oxidative stress induced by sub-acute fluoride intoxication in goats. Fluoride, 42(2): 120-123.
14. Vinay Kant, Verma PK, Pankaj NK, J Kumar, Kusum, Raina R, Srivastava AK (2009) Hematological profile of the sub-acute oral toxicity of fluoride and ameliorative efficacy of aluminum sulphate in goats. Toxicology International, 16(1): 31-35.
15. Vinay Kant, Srivastava AK, Verma PK, Uppal SK, Raina R (2009). Ameliorative effect of aluminum sulphate on the milk fluoride levels in goats. Israel journal of Veterinary Medicine 62(2): 44-45.
16. Vinay Kant, Srivastava AK, Raina R, Verma PK, Pankaj NK (2009) Single and multiple daily dose toxicokinetics of fluoride after oral administration of sodium fluoride in goats. Toxicological and Environmental Chemistry, Available Online.
17. Raina R, Verma, P.K, Pankaj, N.K Vinaykant Prawez, S (2009). Induction of oxidative stress by chronic dermal application of cypermethrin. Journal of Veterinary Sciences (accepted).

18. Raina R, Verma PK, Pankaj NK, Vinay Kant, Prawez S (2009) Protective role of L-ascorbic acid against cypermethrin induced oxidative stress and lipid peroxidation in wistar rats. Toxicological and Environmental Chemistry, Available Online.

Dr. Mudasir Sultana, PhD

Professor

Phone No: +91-9419073884
E-mail : mudasir786@gmail.com
Specialization in/ Research interests: Pharmacokinetics & Toxicology
Selected Publications:

1. Sultana M, Gupta PP & Singh TJ (1987) Pathological changes in experimental phorate poisoning in buffalo calves. Indian Journal of Animal Science, 57(5): 420-423.
2. Sultana M & Singh TJ (1990) Effect of DAM and Atropine on phorate induced toxicity in buffalo calves. Indian Journal of Animal Science, 3: 290-294.
3. Awal MA & Sultana M (1998) Effect of long term low level exposure of photate in rumen function in male buffalo calves. Bangladesh Journal of Animal Sciences, 17(1-2): 55-62.
4. Sultana M & Srivastava AK (1999) Pharmacokinetics of Diacetyl Monoxime after IV administration in healthy and Dichlorvos intoxicated Cow calves. JK Practitioner, 6(2): 153-154.
5. Sultana M & Srivastava AK (2000) Intravenous pharmacokinetics, Urinary Excretion and dosage regimen of Diactyl Monoxime in cross bred bovine calves. Journal PAS, 2(1): 113-116.
6. Sultana M & Bandey MT (2001) Antibiotics as feed additives in poultary. Indian Poultary Review, 32(10): 48-51.
7. Sultana M & Srivastava AK (2001) Pharmacokinetics, Urinary excretion & plasma protein binding of 2-PAM in calves. Indian Journal of Pharmacology, 33: 363-365.
8. Sultana M & Srivastava AK (2001) Reversal affects of acetyl choline esterase reactivators on Dichlorovos induced bio-chemical alterations in calves. Journal of Research, Punjab Agricultural University, 38(3-4): 280-287.
9. Sultana M & Srivastava AK (2002) Plasma levels and disposition kinetics of 2-PAM in experimentally induced Dichlorovos intoxicated calves. Pract. NAT-Acad Sci. India, 72(1).

10. Sultana M & Srivastava AK (2003) Disposition kinetics and RBC partitioning of 2-PAM in calves following IM administration. Indian Journal of Animal Science.

Dr. Nrip Kishore Pankaj, MVSc

Assistant Professor
Phone No: +91-9419213299
E-mail :
Specialization in/ Research interests: Toxicodynamics & Pharmacokinetics

Selected Publications:

1. Raina R, Prawez S, Dimitrova DJ, Verma PK and Pankaj NK (2007) Pharmacokinetics of ciprofloxacin following intravenous administration in Wlh Chickens (Gallus domesticus). Journal of Veterinary Pharmacology and Toxicology, 6(2): 6-11.
2. Prawez S, Raina R, Srivastava AK, Pankaj NK, Verma PK and Dimitrova DJ (2007) Pharmacokinetics of tobramycin following single intramuscular administration in kagani goats (Capra hircus). Bulgarian Journal of Veterinary Medicine. 10(2): 13-19.
3. Raina R, Prawez S, Pankaj NK and Verma PK (2007) Pharmacokinetics of Ciprofloxacin after Single Oral Administration to WLH Chicken (Gallus Domesticus). Tamilnadu Journal of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, 3(5): 254-259.
4. Raina R, Prawez S, Dimitrova DJ, Pankaj NK, Verma PK (2008). Disposition kinetics and urinary excretion of ciprofloxacin in goats following single intravenous administration. Journal of Veterinary Sciences, 9(3): 241-245.
5. Vinay Kant, Srivastava AK, Verma PK, Raina R, Pankaj NK (2009). Negligible ameliorative efficacy of aluminum sulphate on oxidative stress induced by sub-acute fluoride intoxication in goats. Fluoride, 42(2): 120-123.
6. Vinay Kant, Verma PK, Pankaj NK, J Kumar, Kusum, Raina R, Srivastava AK (2009) Hematological profile of the sub-acute oral toxicity of fluoride and ameliorative efficacy of aluminum sulphate in goats. Toxicology International, 16(1): 31-35.
7. Vinay Kant, Srivastava AK, Raina R, Verma PK, Pankaj NK (2009) Single and multiple daily dose toxicokinetics of fluoride after oral administration of sodium fluoride in goats. Toxicological and Environmental Chemistry, Available Online.
8. Raina R, Verma, P.K, Pankaj, N.K Vinaykant Prawez, S (2009). Induction of oxidative stress by chronic dermal application of cypermethrin. Journal of Veterinary Sciences (accepted).

9. Raina R, Verma PK, Pankaj NK, Vinay Kant, Prawez S (2009) Protective role of L-ascorbic acid against cypermethrin induced oxidative stress and lipid peroxidation in wistar rats. Toxicological and Environmental Chemistry, Available Online.

Dr. Pawan Kumar Verma, MVSc

Assistant Professor

Phone No: +91-9419111332

E-mail : drpawankv@yahoo.co.in

Specialization in/ Research interests: Toxicodynamics & Pharmacodynamics
Selected Publications:

1. Verma PK, Kumar D, Tandan SK and Raina R (2007) Effect of Tryptaminergic system in regulating the motility of Gastrothylax crumenifer, Journal of Veterinary Parasitology 21(2):157-160.
2. Verma PK, Kumar D, Tandan SK, Srivastava AK and Raina R (2007) Effect of calcium channel blockers on spontaneous muscular activity of Gastrothylax crumenifer, a rumen amphistome. Iranian Journal of Pharmacology and Therapeutics, 6(2): 139-144.
3. Verma PK, Kumar D, Tandan SK, Srivastava AK and Raina R (2007) Effect of Nitric oxide modulators on spontaneous muscular activity of Gastrothylax crumenifer, a rumen amphistome. Journal of Research, 6(1): 102-108.
4. Verma PK, Kumar D, and Tandan SK (2009) Functional role of cholinergic drugs on spontaneous muscular activity of Gastrothylax crumenifer - an amphistome from ruminants. Journal of Helminthology, 83: 77–82.
5. Raina R, Prawez S, Dimitrova DJ, Verma PK and Pankaj NK (2007) Pharmacokinetics of ciprofloxacin following intravenous administration in Wlh Chickens (Gallus domesticus). Journal of Veterinary Pharmacology and Toxicology, 6(2): 6-11.
6. Prawez S, Raina R, Srivastava AK, Pankaj NK Verma PK and Dimitrova DJ (2007) Pharmacokinetics of tobramycin following single intramuscular administration in kagani goats (Capra hircus). Bulgarian Journal of Veterinary Medicine. 10(2): 13-19.
7. Raina R, Prawez S, Pankaj NK and Verma PK (2007) Pharmacokinetics of Ciprofloxacin after Single Oral Administration to WLH Chicken (Gallus Domesticus). Tamilnadu Journal of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, 3(5): 254-259.
8. Raina R, Prawez S, Dimitrova DJ, Pankaj NK, Verma PK (2008). Disposition kinetics and urinary excretion of ciprofloxacin in goats following single intravenous administration. Journal of Veterinary Sciences, 9(3): 241-245.
9. Vinay Kant, Srivastava AK, Verma PK, Raina R (2009) Alterations in the biochemical parameters during sub-acute toxicity of fluoride alone and in conjunction with aluminum sulphate in goats. Biological Trace Element Research, 130: 20-30.
10. Raina R, Verma PK, Kusum, Vinay Kant (2009) Effect of repeated dermal application of α-cypermethrin on lipid peroxidation and antioxidant status in rats. Toxicology International, 16(1): 27-30.
11. Vinay Kant, Srivastava AK, Verma PK, Raina R, Pankaj NK (2009). Negligible ameliorative efficacy of aluminum sulphate on oxidative stress induced by sub-acute fluoride intoxication in goats. Fluoride, 42(2): 120-123.
12. Vinay Kant, Verma PK, Pankaj NK, J Kumar, Kusum, Raina R, Srivastava AK (2009) Hematological profile of the sub-acute oral toxicity of fluoride and ameliorative efficacy of aluminum sulphate in goats. Toxicology International, 16(1): 31-35.
13. Vinay Kant, Srivastava AK, Verma PK, Uppal SK, Raina R (2009). Ameliorative effect of aluminum sulphate on the milk fluoride levels in goats. Israel journal of Veterinary Medicine 62(2): 44-45.
14. Vinay Kant, Srivastava AK, Raina R, Verma PK, Pankaj NK (2009) Single and multiple daily dose toxicokinetics of fluoride after oral administration of sodium fluoride in goats. Toxicological and Environmental Chemistry, Available Online.
15. Kumar J, Singh Y, Verma PK and Nazki AR (2009) Effect of dietary supplementation of Emblica officinalis on biochemical indices in Vanaraja Chicks. Indian Journal of Animal Sciences, (Accepted).
16. Raina R, Verma PK, Pankaj NK, Vinay Kant, Prawez S (2009) Induction of oxidative stress by chronic dermal application of cypermethrin. Journal of Veterinary Sciences (accepted).

17. Raina R, Verma PK, Pankaj NK, Vinay Kant, Prawez S (2009) Protective role of L-ascorbic acid against cypermethrin induced oxidative stress and lipid peroxidation in wistar rats. Toxicological and Environmental Chemistry, Available Online.

WORKSHOP ON "GOAT NUTRITION" 7TH JULY 2009

A day long training programme on the topic ‘An update on Goat Nutrition and Feeding’ was organized by Division of Animal Nutrition in collaboration with American Soybean Association-International Marketing on 07th July, 2009. More than 100 persons including Veterinary officers from Sheep Husbandry and Animal Husbandry Department, Jammu and progressive farmers of the adjoining areas attended the training. The Chief Guest of the inaugural function was Dr R M Acharya, Former DDG (Animal Science), ICAR, New Delhi. Speaking on the occasion Dr Acharya stressed upon the importance of developing and disseminating newer technologies and techniques for making the goat keeping not only economically viable but livelihood generating vocation for the upliftment of the resource poor farmers. He also emphasized over the role of feeding and nutrition on the overall productivity and health of the goats. Dr Acharya advocated the need of newer strategies for combating feed scarcity and urged the concerned scientist to work further in this area.

Prior to this, Dr A R Nazki, Dean of the Faculty of Veterinary Sciences & Animal Husbandry welcomed all the delegates and guests to the training programme. He outlined the importance of goat husbandry in the economics of Jammu region and the scope of development in this area. He further added that faculty is committed to organizing this type of training programs for field veterinarians and farmers in future also. Dr J L Gupta, Former Director, Sheep Husbandry Department, Jammu also spoke on the occasion and discussed various interventions that can be made at the field level for the benefit of goat keepers. The training programme saw technical presentations by speakers Dr K Sharma, Director, Centre of Advanced Studies in Animal Nutrition, Indian Veterinary Research Institute, Bareilly U.P., Dr Ramesh Thaper, Consultant, American Soybean Association-International Marketing and Dr R K Sharma, Head, Division of Animal Nutrition, R S Pura.

FVSC & AH, SKUAST-JAMMU SUCCESSES IN 2009 SRF

Adding another feather to the cap, three aspirants of this Faculty successfully qualified for the National level Senior Research Fellowship (SRF)’ 2009 conducted by Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) for pursuing Ph.D. Degree Program and awarding fellowships in prestigious institutes all over India. The Faculty congratulates the candidates in their achievement.

1. Dr. Ram Najar Chaudhary, Assistant Professor, Vety. Surgery & Radiology
2. Dr. Pankaj Gupta, Vety. Surgery & Radiology
3. Dr. Prabhakar Kumar, Assistant Professor, Veterinary Anatomy

FVSC & AH, SKUAST-JAMMU EXCELS IN 2009 JRF

The Faculty excelled in this year’s National level Junior Research Fellowship (JRF)’ 2009 conducted by Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) for pursuing Masters Degree Program and awarding fellowships in prestigious institutes all over India. A total of 23 students out of 65 strong, all ranked within the first 100 positions, were successful. This year’s results show a remarkable, never before and unprecedented success rate, particularly in the top 10 positions. The Faculty is all praises for the young vets who desire to pursue their higher studies. The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. B. Mishra, in his congratulatory remarks has personally desired to host the successful candidates for tea soon. The Faculty teachers, staff and students alike congratulate the candidates in their commendable and praiseworthy achievement and hope that other aspirants follow in their legacy. Kudos to the meritorious students for their brilliance-

Sonalika (#2) Veterinary Science
Aatish (#3) Animal Science
Parul (#4) Animal Science
Irfan Khan (#6) Animal Science
Mudasir (#6) Veterinary Science
Anil (#7) Animal Science
Pankaj (#9) Animal Science
Rajesh (#11) Veterinary Science
Bashir (#11) Biotechnology
Waseem Rehman (#14)
Davinder (#17) Animal Science
Raja Wasim (#18) Veterinary Science
Anuj (#24) Animal Science
Ajay (#36) Animal Science
Subu (#39) Veterinary Science

Shahid (#41) Animal Science
Priyanka (#44) Animal Science
Mudasir Gujjoo (#49)
Shahnawaz (#51) Veterinary Science
Nuzhat (#54) Veterinary Science
Gousia (#64) Veterinary Science
Zubair (#66) Veterinary Science
Gagandeep (#76) Animal Science
(# All India Rankings)

VPY- DIVISION OF VETERINARY PHYSIOLOGY

The Division of Veterinary Physiology had been formally established in 2000 with the joining of Dr. A. R. Nazki, Associate Professor as founder Faculty Member of the Division. At the time of establishment, the Division was in its infancy and grew by small leaps and bounds with gradual recruitments and strengthening of the divisional facilities. The Division of Veterinary Physiology has six sanctioned faculty positions viz. one Professor, two Associate Professors and three Assistant Professors. At present, there are four teachers (One professor, one Assoc. Prof. and two Asst. Prof.) in position. Posts of an Associate Professor and an Assistant Professor are lying vacant. Besides, six other sanctioned supporting staff viz. two Field cum Laboratory Assistants, one junior steno, one Computer Asstt. and two Laboratory Attendants are present. The posts of junior steno and one FCLA are presently vacant. Efforts are on to establish Reproductive Physiology and Radio-Nuclear Laboratories in near future.

Mandate
1. Impart education and training to the undergraduate (B.V.Sc.) and postgraduate students in the basic and applied aspects of Veterinary Physiology.
2. Research is focused on:

* Studies on impact of environmental factors on animal health and production.

* Studies on impact of migration on health and production of migratory buffaloes, sheep and goat.

* Studies on the economic importance of migration in terms of nutrient utilization and net gains.

* Studies on the limitations imposed by high altitude on reproductive capacities of farm animals.

* Development and clinical use of early pregnancy diagnostic kits in farm animals.

3. Extension activities: To educate the farmers on various aspects of Reproductive and Environmental Physiology to augment production by manipulation of these factors

Research programs

1. “Electrocardiographic responses in rabbits under normal and stress conditions”

2. “Profiling of certain physiological, haematological and blood biochemical parameters in cross bred cattle with relation to season in Jammu region”.

Avenues for collaborative research with other interested institutions:
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Services that can be offered by the Division:
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Headed by

Dr. Ayaz Rasool Nazki, Professor
Phone No: +91-1923-250242

Fax: +91-1923-250639
E-mail : vetphysiol@yahoo.com

FACULTY

Dr. Ayaz Rasool Nazki, BVSc & AH, MVSc, PhD

Professor

Phone No: +91-191-2662712

E-mail : nazkiar@hotmail.com

Specialization in/ Research interests: Endocrinology & Reproductive Physiology

Research projects:

PG Students guided: 01 (pursuing MVSc)

Awards: Received 'Bharat Shiksha Rattan Award' and 'Sadiq Memorial Award'

Selected Publications:

1. Nazki, A.R. and P.J.S. Rattan. 1991. “Some Hormonal and Biochemical characteristics of blood in sheep as related to different seasonal environments:. Indian Vet. J.68:28 – 32.

2. Nazki, A.R. and P.J.S. Rattan. 1990. “Status of blood micro elements during different seasons in sheep. Indian Vet. J. 67 : 274 – 276.

3. Nazki, A.R. and P.J.S. Rattan. 1990. “Cardiorespiratory activities in ewes as related to different seasonal environments” Int. J. Anim. Sci. 5 : 89 – 92.

4. Nazki, A.R. F.A.Mattoo and M. Khan. 1988. “Haematological studies in Kashmir sheep: Effect of migration to highland pasture. Indian J. Anim. Sci. 58 : 1060 – 1062.

5. Nazki, A.R., S.P.S. Singha and P.J.S. Rattan. 1988. “Haematological and biochemical studies in sheep as related to different seasonal environments. J. Vety. Physiol. & Allied Sci. 7 : 15 – 22.

6. Singha, S.P.S., A.R.Nazki, S.P.S. Sodhi & P.J.S. Rattan. 1986. “Studies on the effect of seasonal environments on some of the plasma enzymes in ewes”. J.Vety. Physiol. & Allied Sci. 5: 39 – 42.

7. Nazki, A.R., S.P.S. Sodhi, and P.J.S. Rattan. 1986. “Effect of seasonal environments on the adrenal, cortical and thyroidal hormones in sheep”. Indian J.. Anim. Sci. 56 : 327 – 330.

8. Mir, S.A., A.R.Nazki., R. Raina. 2000 “Comparative electro cardiographic studies, and differing effects of pentazocine on ECG, heart and respiratory rates in young sheep and goats”. Small Ruminant Research 37: 13 – 17.

10. Ahmed, J.A., Nazki, A.R.; Nashiruddullah, N.; Iqbal, S. and Pampori, Z.A. (2009). Electrocardiographic observations in clinically healthy New Zealand white rabbits. Indian Journal Animal Physiology

Dr. Puspendra Saswat, BVSc & AH, MVSc

Associate Professor,

Phone No: +91-9419619663

E-mail : drpsmahapatra_67@yahoo.com

Specialization in/ Research interests: Reproductive & Environmental Physiology
Research projects:
'Profiling of certain physiological, haematological and biochemical parameters in cross bred cattle with relation to season Jammu region'

PG Students guided: 01 (pursuing MVSc)
Awards:
Selected Publications:

1. Mahapatra, P.S.; Nayak, N.R. and Mishra, M.S. 1992. Effect of storage on oxygen uptake of broiler semen. Orissa Vet.J.17 (2):116-119.
2. Mahapatra, P.S.; Mohanty, B.P.; Bisoi, P.C.; Mishra, S.C.; Nayak, N.R. and Mishra, M.S. 1994. Effect of storage on the physical and biochemical parameters of broiler semen. Ind. J.Poult.Sci.29 (2): 146-150.
3. Mahapatra, P.S. and Nayak, M.P.1996. Managemental practices in goat farming in Phulbani district of Orissa. Environment & Ecology.4 (1):67-70.

4. Mahapatra, P.S. and Nayak, G.D. 1996. Studies on growth in crossbred (Black Bengal x Ganjam) kids. Int.J.Anim.Sci.11:241-243.

5. Mahapatra, B.K.; Mahapatra, P.S. and Nayak, M.P. 1996. Attitude and knowledge level of dairy farmers on practices of artificial insemination. J.Extn.Edn.1 (1&2):101-103.
6. Panigrahi, B. and Mahapatra, P.S. 1997. Reproductive performance of local goats of Phulbani district of Orissa. Environment & Ecology. 15(2):463-465.

7. Mahapatra,P.S., Panigrahi, B., Sahoo, G. and Patra, G.J. 1997. Seasonal effect on incidence of estrus and birth weight in crossbred (Ganjam x Black Bengal) goats. Ind.J.Anim.Prodn. Mgmt. 13(3):220-222.

8. Das, K.C., Ali, A., Mahapatra, P.S., Malik, S. and Subudhi, P. K.2005. Performance of Broiler fed on Mixed Tree Leaves Meal. Ind. J. Anim. Nutrition. 22(2):

9. Panigrahi, B, Nayak, G.D. and Mahapatra, P.S. 2005. Effect of Type of Flooring on Growth of goats. Environment & Ecology. 23(spl-1):99-101.

10. Das, K.C., Rajkhowa, T.K., Sarma, K. and Mahapatra, P.S. 2008. Growth and Histo-pathological Changes in Broiler fed on Different Levels of Mixed Tree Leaves Meal. Ind. Vet. J. 85(6): 592-594.

Dr. Jonali Devi, BVSc & AH, MVSc

Assistant Professor

Dr. Jafrin Ara Ahmed, BVSc & AH, MVSc

Assistant Professor
Phone No: +91-9469211232
E-mail : jafrinahmed@rediffmail.com
Specialization in/ Research interests: Cardiology and Electrocardiography
Research projects: “Electrocardiographic studies in rabbits under normal and stress conditions”
PG Students guided: 01 (pursuing MVSc)
Awards:
Selected Publications:
1. Ahmed, J.A.; Sanyal, S.; Das, P.J. and Bhattacharjya, M.K. (2002): Electrocardiographic observations in poultry birds. Journal of Interacademicia, 6(Spl.): 666-669.
2. Ahmed, J.A. (2003): Uses and abuses of oxytocin. The North-East Veterinarian, III(2): 10-12
3. Ahmed, J.A.; Sanyal, S.; Das, P.K. and Thakur, S.K. (2004): Electrocardiographic studies in horse. Indian Journal of Animal Health, 43(2): 122-126.
4. Bhattacharjya, M.K.; Banerjee, R.; Biswas, L. and Ahmed, J.A. (2003): Radiographic diagnosis of urolithiasis in female dog. Indian Veterinary Medical Journal, 27: 379.
5. Ahmed, J.A. and Sanyal, S. (2008): Electrocardiographic studies in Garol sheep and black Bengal goats. Research Journal of Cardiology. 1(1): 1-8.
6. Nashiruddullah, N.; Kamil, S.A. and Ahmed, J.A. (2009): Mitral valve bacterial endocarditis in a dog. Indian Jornal of Veterinary Pathology
7. Ahmed, J.A., Nazki, A.R.; Nashiruddullah, N.; Iqbal, S. and Pampori, Z.A. (2009). Electrocardiographic observations in clinically healthy New Zealand white rabbits. Indian Journal Animal Physiology

VPP- DIVISION OF VETERINARY PATHOLOGY

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VSR- DIVISION OF VETERINARY SURGERY AND RADIOLOGY

The department of Vety. Surgery & Radiology was started in April 1996 after the deputation of Dr.M.M.S.Zama from F.V.Sc & A.H, Srinagar to permanent wing of-F.V.Sc & A.H, R.S.Pura . Thereafter, Dr. Hans Raj Bhardwaj joined as Assistant Professor in the year 1998. The full fledged division came into existence in the year 2001 after fresh recruitment of teachers in this discipline. The division started with one small animal laboratory in the beginning and two rooms for its teaching staff.
By Feb 2007 the division was shifted to veterinary referral hospital complex building. Step by step the division got sufficient space for laboratories and procured equipments and instruments for teaching and research. Some major equipments like hydraulic operation tables and for small and large animals, anaesthetic machine, blood gas analyzer, diathermy, acupuncture scope, portable X-ray machine and ECG have been procured by the division.
Mandate:
a) Teaching veterinary Surgery and Radiology to B.V.Sc. & A.H., M.V.Sc. and Ph. D students.
b) Research in frontline areas of veterinary sciences in relation to Veterinary Surgery and Radiology as per the need of the nation in general and Jammu and Kashmir in particular.
c) Extension activities – transfer of the research outcome to line departments and imparting training to field veterinarians.

Key Events: XXXI Annual congress of Indian Society for Vety. Surgery & Radiology and National Symposium on “Rehabilitation of Vety. Surgical Patients” was organized from 27-09 Oct 2007.

Research Programs:

1. Endoscopic and ultrasound guided biopsy techniques of different organs in farm and pet animals. (University funded)

2. Isolation and characterization of equine myogenic satellite cells (externally funded)

Avenues for collaborative research with other interested institutions:

Student collaboration for M.V.Sc and Ph.D. degree from other institutions

Services that can be offered by the Division:

Consultancy regarding treatment of veterinary surgical patients

Headed by
Dr. H.R.Bhardwaj, Associate Professor

Phone No: +91-1923-250242/ 250920

Fax: +91-1923-250639

E-mail : surgeryskuast@gmail.com

FACULTY

Dr. Hans Raj Bhardwaj, BVSc & AH, MVSc, PhD
Associate Professor
+91-9419313766
hrbhardwajvet2009@rediffmail.com
Specialization in/ Research interests: Large animal abdominal surgery and small animal anaesthesia
Research projects: Studies on pre- and post- operative haemato- biochemical, blood gas and plasma mineral status in cows with intestinal obstruction.
PG Students guided:01 (MVSc)
Awards: Gold Medal inPoster presentation at XXXII ISVS conference held at Namakkal, Tamilnadu in Nov 2008 for 'Management of umbilical hernia with prolene mesh in a calf'
Selected Publications:
1. H.R.Bhardwaj, Amarpal, Singh, G.R and Varshney, V. P (2001). Modification of surgery induced neuroendocrine response by epidural ketamine in dogs. Indian J. Anim. Sci. 71(6):537-539.

2. H.R.Bhardwaj and Amarpal (2001).Utility of combined epidural and general anaesthesia in dogs. Indian Vet. J.25:375-376.

3. H.R.Bhardwaj., Bhadwal, M. S. and Zama M. M. S. (2000).Surgical management of omasal hernia with fistulation in a crossbred bullock. Indian J. Vet .Surg.21 (1):60.

4. H.R.Bhardwaj, Amarpal, Singh, G.R and Aithial H.P. (2002). Comparison of preemptive analgesia with epidural pethidine and ketamine for the postoperative pain in dogs. Indian Vet. J 79: 1059-1062.

5. H.R.Bhardwaj, Amarpal, Singh, G.R and Aithial H.P. (2000).Postoperative pain management in dogs. Efficacy of preemptive analgesia with lignocaine and ketamine. Indian J. Anim. Sci.70 (40): 362-365.

6. H.R.Bhardwaj, Amarpal, Singh, G.R and Aithal H.P (1999). Role of preemptive epidural analgesia with lignocaine and pethidine in management of postoperative inflammation and pain in dogs. Indian J. Vet. Surg. 20(2):70-74.

7. H.R.Bhardwaj, Amarpal, Singh, G.R and Varshney, V. P (1997). Preemptive analgesia with epidural lignocaine and ketamine in management of postoperative pain and stress in dogs.Indian J. Vet. Surg 20(2) :70-74.

8. Anoop Sahu, P.D. Sharma, H.R.Bhardwaj, and S.M Behl (2005) Cecal impaction in a buffalo.Indian Vet J .82:890-891.

9. H.R.Bhardwaj, Amarpal, Singh, G.R and Aithal H.P (1997) Epidural lignocaine and ketamine along with thiopental anaesthesia for tibial fracture in dogs. Paper presented during XXI Annual convention of ISVS, held at Palampur (H.P), October, 17-19, 1997.

10. H.R.Bhardwaj and P.K.Peshin (2007) Blood and rumen fluid histamine status in water buffaloes (Bubalus bubalis) suffering from traumatic reticuloperitonitis and its clinical management. Indian J. Vet. Surgery 28(2):85-89.

Dr. Naresh Kumar Singh, BVSc, MVSc, PhD, PDF

Assistant Professor

+91-9469211476

naresh2101@rediffmail.com

Specialization in/ Research interests: Large Cartilage regeneration, molecular orthopaedics and stem cell culture, Tran-differentiation and proteomics, Pain management.

Research Projects: 1. 'Isolation and characterization of equine myogenic satellite cells' funded by Dept. of Biotechnology, Govt. Of India, New Delhi. 2. 'Establishment of haematopoitic stem cells for joint diseases in equines'- International collaboration and funded by Govt. of South Korea.

PG Students guided:Nil

Awards: 1. Post-doctoral fellow award was honoured in recognition to contribution in stem cell culture and proteomics (2005-2007) by NLRI, Suwon, Republic of Korea. 2. Best researcher award for the year 2006 was honoured for excellence in research on transdifferentiation of satellite cells by NLRI, Suwon, Republic of Korea. 3. Excellent presentation award in recognition of excellent presentation of scientific paper at XIIth AAAP Animal science congress held at Bexco, Busan, Republic of Korea , September 22, 2006. 4. Award of member of national academy of veterinary sciences (INDIA), honoured in recognition of significant contribution for the advancement of veterinary sciences for the year 2008-2009.

Selected Publications:

1. Myogenic satellite cells and its application in animals- a review N. K. Singh., D.K. Jeong, H.J. Lee, H.S. Arun, L. Sharma and I.H. Hwang Asian-Aust. J. Anim. Sci. 2009 (in press).

2. Articular cartilage repair under the influence of Insulin like growth factor-1 with and autografting in rabbits N.K.Singh., G.R.Singh., Amarpal., P.Kinjavdekar., A.K.Sharma., T.R. Mohanty., S.Kumar., H.S.Chae., Y.M. Yoo and C.N. Ahn. J Vet Med A Physiol Pathol Clin Med. 2007 May; 54(4): 210-8.

3. Transdifferentiation of Porcine satellite cells to adipoblasts with ciglitizone. N.K. Singh, H.S. Chae, I.H. Hwang, Y.M. Yoo, C.N. Ahn, S.H. Lee, H.J. Lee, H.J. Park and H.Y. Chung Am. J. Anim Sci. 2007; 85: 1126-1135.

4. 2, 4-thiazolidindion induced plasticity of myoblast (C2C12) and satellite cells (porcine) - A comparative study. N.K. Singh, H.S. Chae, I.H. Hwang, Y.M. Yoo, C.N. Ahn, H.J. Lee, H.J. Park and H.Y. Chung. Asian-Aust. J. Anim. Sci. 1115-1119, 2007

5. Escherichia coli neutralization with egg yolk antibodies (IgY) produced and characterized under the influence of different antigenic fractions of O157:H7 H. S. Chae, N. K. Singh., J. N. Ahn, Y. M. Yoo, S. G. Jeong, J. S. Ham andD. W. Kim. Asian-Aust. J. Anim. Sci. Vol. 19 No. 11: 1665, 2006.

6. Conversion of C2C12 myoblast into adipoblast with Thiazolidenediones-basis for IMF generations. 2007. N.K. Singh, H.S. Chae, I.H. Hwang, Y.M. Yoo, C.N. Ahn, H.J. Lee, H.J. Park and H.Y. Chung. Asian-Aust. J. Anim. Sci. 20 (3): 432-439, 2007.

7. Evaluation of epidural xylazine and ketamine for the management of post-traumatic pain in goats. N.K.Singh., P.Kinjavdekar., Amarpal., G.R.Singh. and K. Pratap- Indian Journal of veterinary surgery. 22 (2): 73-78, December 2001.

8. Influence of epidural analgesics on plasma glucose and insulin in arthritic goats. N.K.Singh., P.Kinjavdekar., Amarpal., G.R.Singh. and K. Pratap- Indian Journal of veterinary surgery. 23 (1): 37-38, June 2002 .

9. Evaluation of xylazine-ketamine and buprenorphine for post traumatic pain management in goats. N.K.Singh., P.Kinjavdekar., Amarpal and G.R.Singh. Indian J Vet Surg. (2): 61-66, June, 2009.

10. A note on equine enterolithiasis of Jammu region. N.K. Singh, A.K. Gupta, T.R. Mohanty and N. Pareek (2005). Ind. Vet. J.82:73-74.

Dr. Ankur Sharma, BVSc & AH, MVSc

Assistant Professor

ankurvets@gmail.com

Specialization in/ Research interests: Canine oncology

Selected Publications:

1. Upadhye, S.V., Dhakate, M.S., Fiske,G., Ankur Sharma, Dhoot,V.M., Dakshinkar, N.P., Panchbhai,V.S., Gahlod,B.M. and Kamble, M. (2008) Primary Extragenital Transmissible Tumor in dog- A report. Royal Veterinary Journal Vol. 4(2): 54.

2. Upadhye, S.V., Smitha Pillai, Panchbhai,V.S., Dhakate, M.S., Gahlod,B.M., Patil, S.N., Raghuwanshi,D.S. and Ankur Sharma (2008) Ventro lateral abdominal hernia of gravid uterus in a goat. Royal Veterinary Journal Vol. 4(1): 15.

3. Ankur Sharma (2008) Puppy Care, Daily Excelsior, Sunday, August 31.

4. Gahlod,B.M., Raut,B.M., Raghuwanshi,D.S., Dhakate M.S., Upadhye, S.V., Ankur Sharma and Wankheded,P.R. (2008):Congenital Umbilical defect in a kid with intestinal evisceration. Veterinary World, 1 (5) 147.

5. Upadhye, S.V., Smitha Pillai, Panchbhai,V.S., Patil, S.N., Dhakate, M.S., Gahlod,B.M. and Ankur Sharma (2007): Oestogenic sarcoma in a Pomeranian Dog- A Case Report. Royal Veterinary Journal Vol. 3(1): 24-26.

6. Smitha Pillai, Upadhye, S.V.,Dhoot,V.M.,Deshmukh,A.D., Panchbhai,S.V., Patil, S.N., Dhakate, M.S., Gahlod,B.M. and Ankur Sharma (2006): Mandible Fracture Repair by Intramedullary Pinning in a Cross Bred Cow. J.Bombay Vet. Coll. 14 (1 and 2): 124-125.

7. Upadhye, S.V., Smitha Pillai, Panchbhai,V.S., Patil, S.N., Dhakate, M.S., Dhoot,V.M., Ankur Sharma and Gadmade,A.S.(2006) : Surgical Retrieval of a Sewing needle from Stomach of a Dog. J.Bombay Vet. Coll. 14 (1 and 2): 154.

8. Khanvilkar, A.V., Kulkarni, M.D. and Ankur Sharma (September 2005): Yak- The Himalayan dweller. Pashudhan Pg.3, 5.

9. Khanvilkar, A.V., Kulkarni, M.D., Ladukar, O.N. and Ankur Sharma (May 2005): The largest domestic Animal on the Earth, ‘The Elephant’ Veterinary World, 3 (9) 26-30.

Dr. Dinesh Kumar Dwivedi, BVSc & AH, MVSc

Assistant Professor

kumardinesh25@rediffmail.com

Specialization in/ Research interests: Veterinary Orthopaedics
Awards: Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), Indian Council of Agricultural Research

Selected Publications:

1. T. Ganesh; D.K.Dwivedi, H. Pushkinraj; K.V. Syam, C.Ramani, R. Jayaprakash & K. Amurjan. Surgical management of fracture of femur in a dog. Indian J.Vet.Surg.25(1): June 2004.
2. D.K.Dwivedi. Compound fracture in dogs and their management using circular external skeletal fixator. Indian J.Vet. Surg.26(1) June 2005.
3. C. Ramani, T. Ganesh; D.K.Dwivedi, H. Pushkinraj; P.Arun & K. Amurjan. Surgical management of fractures involving the rostal third of mandible –a review of four cases. Indian J.Vet. Surg.24(2). December 2003.
4. D.K.Dwivedi. Fracture management in dogs using ***technique. 9th march 2004, Dainik Jagran.
5. D.K.Dwivedi, T.N.Ganesh, K.Amurjan & Geeta Ramesh. Management of compound fracture of radius –ulna and tibia-fibula using *** ring fixator in dogs. Indian J.Vet.Surg.

9TH ACADEMIC COUNCIL MEET ON 12TH JUNE 2009

The 9th Academic Council Meet was held in the University Headquarter at Chatha on 12th June'09. The meeting was chaired by Dr. B. Mishra, H'ble Vice-Chancellor. In his introductory remarks, the Chairman stressed the need for inter-institutional collaborative research and raised other key issues pertaining to academics, research and extension services of the university. The house was also briefed on certain salient features of Vice Chancellors Meet and Dean's Committee held in the recent past elsewhere. Prominent members of the Statuatory board included Registrar and Directors of Resident Instruction & Post-Graduate Studies/ Extension, Officers of the University, Heads of Divisions, etc.

The various proposals passed from the board of under-graduate and post-graduate studies, board of faculties and other statuatory boards were discussed. There was a pressing need for change in the academic curriculum in the light of various changes proposed by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research. The house unanimously resolved to implement the proposed changes at once. The need for infrastructural changes and revision in the academic machinery was soon to be assessed, evaluated and adopted.

The house also resolved to start Ph.D. program in the discipline of Veterinary Pathology.

Pending cases have been deffered to the next Academic Council meet for discussion. It was also decided that such board meets would be held quarterly to keep abreast of changing and demanding academic scenario of the university.

For a revised veterinary post-graduate curriculum and syllabi (suggested by Education Division, ICAR) click below:

Basic Veterinary Sciences
Veterinary Para Clinical Sciences
Veterinary Clinical Sciences
Livestock Production Technology & Product Management

ACADEMIC COUNCIL MEETING ON 12TH JUNE

A pre-academic council meeting was called on 8th June 2009 in the Faculty of Veterinary Sciences & Animal Husbandry. The Meeting was chaired and briefed by the I/C Dean, Prof. S.K. Gupta. Agenda items forwarded from various statuatory bodies at the faculty and university level were also reviewed during the meet. The Academic Council Meeting is scheduled to be held at the University HQ on 12 June 2009.

4TH MEETING OF "FACULTY OF VETERINARY SCIENCE & ANIMAL HUSBANDRY"

The 4th meeting of the 'Faculty of Veterinary Science & Animal Husbandry' was held on 1st June in the faculty premises. Chaired by the Dr. A.R. Nazki, Dean of the Faculty, other special invitees and key members were Director of Resident Instruction and Dean Post-graduate studies, Director of Research, and Director of Extension of the University. Dr. M.A. Kirmani, Dean, Veterinary Faculty, was was guest invitee from SKUAST-Kashmir.

Minutes of the previous meet were confirmed and agenda items presented by the members and those approved in the Board of studies meet (both undergraduate and postgraduate) were discussed.

Amidst rigorous brainstorming and debate, a wide array of issues pertaining academic, administrative and social activities were discussed. Salient issues included- adoption of revised veterinary curriculum for BVSc & AH program including development and restructuring of existing infrastructure, involvement of Teaching Veterinary Clinics faculty in UG and PG academics (both Theory and Practical), upgradation of teaching facilities and introduction of AUDIO-VISUAL aids, upgrading sports facilities/ recreation centers, filling up vacant posts in the faculty to cope with the additional mandate of research and extension apart from academics.

Some key issues resolved are likely to be put before the "Academic Council" for approval and adoption.

H1N1 REACHES INDIA (FROM AMERICA ?)

An NRI travelling from New York (via Dubai and Delhi) to Hyderabad has been isolated after testing positive for H1N1 infection on Staurday the 16th of May 2009. Details of his co-passengers on board have been investigated on a "National Emergency" basis.

A mother and son have been admitted and isolated with symptoms of the disease in Coimbatore yesterday, after student son returned from University in New Jersey complaining about ailments two days ago.

"Tamiflu" the only known cure for the virus has been administered to them.

Indian pharmaceuticals to prepare large scale Flu-vaccine after receiving virus 'seed' from World Health Organization (WHO) and Center for Disease Control (CDC), Atlanta

CONDOLENCE MEETING

11th May 2009

The faculty gathered to condole the untimely and accidental demise of Late R. Nazki, died on Friday, the 8th of May 2009. He was the elder brother of Prof. A.R. Nazki, Dean of the faculty.

A two minute silence was observed to mourn and pray for the departed soul. In a recorded memorandum, the faculty members expressed their grief and joined in prayers with the bereaved family.

NEW ASSIGNMENT FOR PROF. M.S. ZAMA

Professor M.M.S. Zama, Head, Division of Surgery & Radiology has been deputed to join his new assignment as Head, Division of Surgery in the prestigious Indian Veterinary Research Institute at Izatnagar, Uttar Pradesh.

Prof. Zama is deputed for a three year term in IVRI, following an 23 year long illustrous carreer in both SKUAST-Kashmir and SKUAST-Jammu. The faculty wishes him well for his continued success.

NEW SUPREME COURT DIRECTIVES ON RAGGING

The Supreme court on Friday ordered all state government to set up anti-ragging committees. This came as a follow-on of the Kachroo trial, where a 1st year medical student succumbed to brutal ragging in Himachal by seniors under the influence of alcohol. In an attempt to curb both social menace of ragging and alcoholism, the justice bench asks educational institutions to compulsorily recruit psychiatrists for student counseling and de-addiction facilities to control the problem of alcoholism.

DR. SHAHID VISITS AND THANKS HIS ALMA MATER

In a goodwill and thankful gesture, Dr. Shahid Choudhary visited the faculty to thank his alma mater. In an interactive get together with the faculty and students today, Dr. A.R. Nazki, Dean welcomed him and were all praises for his meritorius and fruitful career. Dr. Shahid gave credit to his grooming in the veterinary college which helped him acheve his goal of reaching the prestigious civil administrative service. He shared his experiences with the aspiring students and said he will always remain available to them for his advice and guidance in their career planning.

A NATIONAL SHAME

Premier tiger reserves and tiger havens are becoming empty of their prime denizens. Recently a tiger census put the population of the big cat to naught, in Panna National Park, Madhya Pradesh. After Sariska in Rajasthan, this is the second protected tiger reserve to have lost its resident tiger population. Tiger conservationsits are shocked and alarmed at this discovery, however contradicted by the political brigade. The news came in after Two female tigers were to be translocated to the park. Ironically, the park had been awarded with excellence as 'The Best Maintained Tourist Friendly National Park of the Country' by the Ministry of Tourism Govt. of India on 25th Jan 2007 .

India already has its share of extinctions with the Indian cheetah last reported in 1973-74. Illegal poaching, habitat destruction, diseases, etc. looms over the big cats fate. The tigers are believed to be the best index in judging a healthy habitat and ecosystem. Since they form the apex of the food chain pyramid, a large population indicates abundant fauna on the lower rungs, and dwindling numbers could well be alarming for a dying ecosytem.

DR. SHAHID IQBAL CHOUDHARY DOES IT AGAIN - FROM IFS TO IAS

An alumni and presently posted as DFO in Srinagar (after clearing the IFS examamination in 2004), Dr. Choudhary also cleared the Indian Civil Service examinations this year (ranked 51). He belongs to village Rehan, Budhal tehsil, Rajouri district in Jammu and formerly worked as a veterinary surgeon in Rajouri. Mr. Imtiyaz Ismail Parray, an engineering graduate, was another aspirant to make through the prestigious exam this year from the state (ranked 134). Notably, Mr. Abdul Gani Mir, from Handwara, Kupwara, had been the only one to pass the IPS from J&K state back in 1995.
The faculty has also to its credit two other IFS successes. Dr. Senthil Kumar, Assistant Professor, Division of Veterinary Microbiology & Immunology and a resident of Tamil Nadu also made it through the IFS exams earlier. He is presently posted in Jammu. Another noteworthy success was Syed Nadeem Hussain an alumni of this faculty who happens to belong to Kot Behrotra village, Thanamandi tehsil, Rajouri district. They have made this institution proud and hopefully there would be more to follow in their footsteps.

THE POLITICAL COW

Once sipping coffee with some friends of mine, I happened to rest my eyes on a poster hanging on the wall of the cafe. I couldnot know who wrote it, but because the central theme was so beautifully exemplified and oriented around a pair of cows, it immediately took my attention. I am quoting in-toto for the reader. How far politically correct, opinions may differ from the politician to the farmer and the critic, but most cows may agree to it!

Socialism
You have two cows - you give one to your neighbor
Communism
You have two cows – the government takes them both and gives you the milk
Fascism
You have two cows – the government takes both and sells you the milk
Nazism
You have two cows – the government takes both and shoots you
Capitalism
You have two cows – you sell one and buy a bull
Trade Unionism
You have two cows – they take them from you, shoot one, milk the other and throw the milk away
Moral: Don’t have anything to do with cows. They only bring you trouble

VETERINARY OUTSPORT AGRICULTURE STUDENTS

Team veterinary outclassed their agri counterparts in almost all aspects of sports during the Inter-college Meet. Home team excelled in cricket, football, table tennis and volleyball campetitions. Reportedly the agriculture students could outsmart the home team in badminton.

H1N1 ISOLATED FROM CANADIAN PIGS !!

There has been latest reports that pigs in Alberta, Canada have been found to be affected with the H1N1 virus albeit transmitted from humans(?). The virus if we remember, had partly originated from swine and therefore it can get adapted to pigs easily. This is presently the first report of the virus (H1N1) isolated from non-human hosts. We should get to know the details soon as more and more pigs are screened. OIE meanwhile has urged not to go for mass culing of pigs on speculations of the enevitable pandemic. Experts including people in Center of Disease Control (CDC), Atlanta, believe the the virus doesnot seem to be as potential as had been earlier reported from Mexico. The fatality reports have been revised from Mexico.The current mayhem and exertions prompted by the virus worldwide could well be a good exercise while awaiting still dreaded strains yet to evolve or emerge in the near future.