New Reed Snake Species Found in Mizoram
Scientists identify Calamaria mizoramensis, a new non-venomous reed snake in Mizoram, hidden since 2008. Discovery highlights India's rich, unexplored biodiversity. Read more.
Scientists identify Calamaria mizoramensis, a new non-venomous reed snake in Mizoram, hidden since 2008. Discovery highlights India's rich, unexplored biodiversity. Read more.
Mizoram Governor Gen. Vijay Kumar Singh interacted with 14 selected youth representatives ahead of the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue 2026 in Delhi. Read about their mission to showcase the state's potential.
Siaha district in Mizoram reopens Myanmar border after containing cholera outbreak. Lawngtlai district extends precautionary seal until Jan 10. Read for latest updates.
The Indore sewage tragedy highlights Ahmedabad's persistent water contamination crisis. AMC data reveals thousands of illness cases, with infrastructure leaks to blame. Read more.
Villagers in Mizoram's Vaphai are constructing relief camps for 89 refugees from Myanmar's Chin state, providing shelter and food without state government aid. Read the full story of this humanitarian effort.
Aizawl prepares for New Year 2026 with tight security, church services, and community feasts. CM Lalduhoma appeals for gratitude and promises development. Read more about Mizoram's unique celebrations.
Mizoram CM-led committee halts private practice for government doctors receiving non-practicing allowance. Also plans crackdown on unregistered GST businesses and administrative reforms.
CRPF Sub-Inspector Kh Ranjit Singha from Cachar suffered a fatal cardiac arrest during a badminton game at Vairengte camp. The incident highlights health risks for security personnel. Read the full report.
Mizoram faces its deadliest year of drug abuse in two decades with 111 fatalities in 2024. The state's cumulative drug-related deaths since 1984 now stand at 1,990. Read the full report.
Mizoram Governor Gen. Vijay Kumar Singh attended the Christmas service at Aizawl's Central BCM Church, emphasizing love in action and peace. Read about the celebrations and public events at Lok Bhavan.
A cholera outbreak in Mizoram's Lawngtlai and Siaha districts has resulted in 13 fatalities. Authorities have sealed the international border with Myanmar to contain the spread. Read the latest updates.
US health alert: Salmonella outbreak linked to raw oysters from Texas' Galveston Bay infects 64 across 22 states. Indian seafood lovers advised to check origin and cook thoroughly.
Lawngtlai district shuts borders with Myanmar, Bangladesh after 2 deaths. Magistrate issues strict order under epidemic laws. Read for preventive measures and local directives.
A central laboratory has confirmed an outbreak of avian influenza in parts of Alappuzha and Kottayam, Kerala. Authorities are taking containment measures. Stay informed about the affected areas and safety protocols.
2025 showed health threats are patterns, not rare events. Learn key lessons from dengue, flu, measles & antibiotic resistance to build a safer 2026. Read for actionable steps.
Ahmedabad's health department reveals December disease data: 45 dengue, 172 gastroenteritis cases. Water quality tests show contamination risks. Read the full report.
Mizoram Governor Gen Vijay Kumar Singh interacted with 32 IIT Madras & NIT Mizoram interns. Discussed tech solutions for rural challenges in agriculture, water & health. Read more.
Mahisagar district on high alert after 299 jaundice cases in December. Two suspected deaths reported. Contaminated water identified as likely cause. Read for details and safety measures.
Health experts warn Pakistan is ill-equipped to handle a potential HPAI H5N1 outbreak, citing weak surveillance and vaccine shortages. Learn the risks and global context.
The H3N2 influenza strain is causing a significant surge across the US, with hospitalizations up 14.3%. Learn about symptoms, severity, and which states are most impacted.
Dengue cases in India have surged over five times since 2020, with Delhi reporting 3,746 cases this year. Experts warn of an epidemiological shift to year-round transmission. Learn about the risks and prevention measures.
Mizoram's excise department cracks down on narcotics, registering 1,016 NDPS cases and seizing massive drug hauls. Over 1,500 arrested, including foreign nationals. Read the full report.
Mizoram CM Lalduhoma commits to adopting key recommendations from the 60th DGP/IGP Conference to modernize state policing. Details on funding and a decline in drug abuse revealed.
Bangalore Turf Club cancels the remainder of its winter racing season after a glanders outbreak. Key races postponed, strict quarantine measures in place. Read for full details.
A study team's recommendations for Mizoram's financial overhaul accepted by CM Lalduhoma. Plan includes clearing Rs 76.52 crore liabilities, boosting GST collection, and stricter project controls.
Five children with thalassemia contracted HIV via blood transfusions in Satna, MP. Investigation reveals critical lapses in reporting, donor tracing, and systemic failure. Read the full report.
A horse at the Bangalore Turf Club tested positive for the zoonotic disease glanders and was euthanised. The entire BTC premises have been declared a notified area to contain the outbreak. Read for details and safety measures.
Andhra Pradesh reports 11 scrub typhus deaths and 1,600+ cases. Telangana health officials urge caution but see no surge. Learn symptoms, risks, and treatment.
A new, potentially more severe strain of mpox, Clade Ib, has been identified in England. While the UKHSA says public risk remains low, experts are monitoring it closely due to higher historical fatality rates. Know the symptoms.
Norovirus, a highly contagious stomach bug causing vomiting and diarrhoea, is surging in US states like Illinois. Learn key symptoms, prevention tips from CDC & WHO, and how to protect yourself.