Ludhiana dog bite cases soar to 13,728 in 2025
Ludhiana's dog bite cases reached a six-year high of 13,728 in 2025, with Khanna seeing a 29% surge. Doctors stockpile vaccines as residents demand municipal action on the stray dog menace.
Ludhiana's dog bite cases reached a six-year high of 13,728 in 2025, with Khanna seeing a 29% surge. Doctors stockpile vaccines as residents demand municipal action on the stray dog menace.
Bhagalpur health officials launch a campaign to administer the single-dose Gardasil HPV vaccine to schoolgirls, aiming to prevent cervical cancer. Nearly 20,000 girls already vaccinated.
EAM S. Jaishankar lauds India's 'Vaccine Maitri' initiative, highlighting its profound global emotional impact and role in strengthening international partnerships during the pandemic.
Stanford scientists identify the immune mechanism behind rare myocarditis post mRNA COVID-19 vaccines, primarily in young males. A soy compound shows promise in preventing it. Read the details.
A 44-year-old woman from Sandirya village in Ajmer died after not taking the anti-rabies vaccine following a stray dog bite last month. Health officials urge immediate vaccination.
National Medical Commission directs all medical colleges to maintain mandatory stock of ARV and RIG. This follows Supreme Court orders for timely treatment of dog-bite victims. Read the full story.
Supreme Court stays its own order on Aravalli definition, DAC clears major defence procurements, and nations flag Indian rabies vaccine. Essential insights for UPSC aspirants on environment, defence, and health.
Over 250 residents in Bareilly's Pipraul village queue for anti-rabies vaccines amid fears of transmission through 'raita'. Health officials counsel villagers as experts clarify transmission risks.
US, UK, and Australia issue health alerts on fake Indian rabies vaccine Abhayrab. India's manufacturer rejects quality failure claims, stressing only one batch was counterfeit. Public health trust is at stake.
Nearly 200 villagers in Budaun received anti-rabies vaccines after consuming raita made from the milk of a buffalo that later died of rabies. Health officials act swiftly to prevent outbreak.
Panic grips Pipraul village in UP's Badaun after a buffalo, bitten by a stray dog, dies. Over 200 villagers who consumed its milk in raita rush for anti-rabies vaccines. Health officials urge calm.
Nearly 200 villagers in Budaun's Piprauli received anti-rabies vaccines as a precaution after consuming raita made from milk of a buffalo that later died of suspected rabies. Health officials confirm situation is normal.
Australia flags a counterfeit anti-rabies vaccine batch in India. Manufacturer Indian Immunologicals Limited says the batch is withdrawn, warning against unnecessary panic. Details inside.
Australia advises travellers vaccinated with Abhayrab in India to restart their rabies shots due to counterfeit batches. The manufacturer, IIL, calls it an isolated incident. Read the full details.
Australia warns of counterfeit Abhayrab rabies vaccine in India since Nov 2023. Indian Immunologicals Limited refutes, citing action on one batch in Jan 2024. Check your vaccine status.
New York reports highest weekly flu cases since 2004. Hospitalisations jump 63%. Health officials urge vaccination as new variant spreads. Protect yourself now.
Udgir in Latur district reports 22 stray dog bite cases since December 23, sparking panic. Civic body intensifies ABC program and dog van drives. Read more.
Udgir taluka in Latur reports 22 stray dog bites since Dec 23. Authorities ramp up Animal Birth Control and anti-rabies vaccinations. Read about the civic response and resident concerns.
14-year-old Max Hall's persistent headaches were dismissed as teenage migraines for over a year. A seizure revealed a terminal, inoperable brain tumour. His family now aims to raise ₹2.5 crore for vaccine therapy in Germany.
Karnataka's new vaccine for Kyasanur Forest Disease (monkey fever) is delayed by a year. Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao says ICMR trials ongoing, new lab in Sirsi to boost testing.
Health experts warn of a significant seasonal flu surge this holiday season. Learn key prevention tips from CDC and WHO, including vaccination and hygiene, to protect your family.
Early human trial for a Nipah virus vaccine shows strong immune response and safety. A major step in combating deadly outbreaks in India and beyond. Read the full study details.
Everfast Freight Forwarders launches a major cold chain expansion in India, enhancing storage for medicines and vaccines. Discover how this investment supports healthcare logistics.
A novel Nipah virus vaccine proves safe and stimulates immune response in its first human clinical trial, marking a milestone in the fight against the deadly pathogen. Read the full details.
Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar skipped VIP protocol, standing in a queue to pay Rs 3,500 at a Haryana cultural event in Delhi. Read about the gesture and other political updates.
The Global Maitri Festival 2025, themed on Sanskriti, Maitri Bhaav, and Seva Bhaav, will be held from Jan 17-19 in Delhi. Discover the grand celebration of Indian culture and global harmony.
Karnataka launches a statewide polio vaccination campaign, aiming to protect over 62 lakh children. The drive utilizes health centres, schools, and anganwadis. Read more.
Bengaluru's Pulse Polio drive achieved 95% coverage, vaccinating 10.7 lakh children. However, 57,854 kids remain unvaccinated, primarily in West and North zones. Read the full report.
The body of Sarat Chandra Bhattacharya was discovered in a locked hotel room in Bhubaneswar. Police are investigating the mysterious death as the family alleges foul play. Read for details.
New research reveals RSV is not just a cold but a serious threat to heart health, causing heart attacks & failure. Learn symptoms and prevention for at-risk adults.