India accounts for 73.3% of SE Asia's malaria cases & 89% of deaths in 2024, per WHO. Despite this, the country is on track for a 75% reduction target. Read the full report on challenges and progress.
Goa police report seven unnatural deaths this week. Details on the fatalities in Anjuna, Candolim, Panaji, and Margao, including two British nationals. Read the full report.
Andhra Pradesh records 5 deaths from waterborne diarrheal infections in 2025, despite fewer outbreaks. Cholera cases traced to pipeline leaks. Read the full health report.
India witnessed 1.77 lakh road crash deaths in 2024, averaging 485 daily. National Highways see 31% of fatalities. Govt plans AI mapping, stricter licenses to curb crisis.
A new survey reveals most Indians find street dogs friendly and a crime deterrent. Learn how sterilization and compassion, not culling, are key to coexistence.
India's road accident fatalities surged to a record 1,77,177 in 2024, reveals government data. Experts call for scientific crash probes and wider stakeholder involvement to tackle this national crisis.
Two more suspected scrub typhus deaths reported in Palnadu district, Andhra Pradesh. Health officials investigate links to comorbidities as state tally reaches 736 cases. Read for details.
MCD approves Rs 13.5 crore to clear unpaid dues to NGOs sterilising stray dogs in Delhi. Funds aim to boost population control and rabies prevention efforts. Read more.
National Pollution Control Day, observed on Dec 2, marks the Bhopal Gas Tragedy & highlights pollution's deadly health impact, causing 8.1 million deaths in 2021. Learn risks and solutions.
India's HIV prevalence holds at 0.2% with deaths down 81%, but Mizoram & Nagaland rates soar 5x above national average. New data highlights a worrying regional shift.
Union Health Minister J P Nadda announced significant reductions in new HIV infections and AIDS-related deaths in India, reaffirming the nation's commitment to ending the public health threat. Read the full report.
India's 2025 HIV report reveals a dramatic decline: new infections nearly halved and AIDS-related deaths down over 80% since 2010, outpacing global progress. Read the full story.
MCG awards 2-year contract to Jabalpur NGO for stray dog sterilisation at Rs 700 per dog. RWAs and veterinarians question feasibility, citing costs up to Rs 5,000 per procedure locally.
FDA internal review identifies 10 children who died after COVID vaccination, potentially linked to myocarditis. Dr. Vinay Prasad calls it 'profound revelation' amid policy changes.
MCG awards new contract for dog sterilization and vaccination at Rs 700 per dog. Initiative aims to control stray population and prevent rabies in Gurgaon until 2027.
Hubballi-Dharwad Municipal Corporation submits a Rs 5 crore proposal for exclusive dog pounds to humanely manage stray populations, ensuring public safety and animal welfare. Read more.
SMS Medical College's experimental Milwaukee protocol for rabies has recorded zero survivors. Discover why doctors continue this desperate treatment despite 100% mortality rate.
A common chest infection lands patient in ICU as antibiotics fail. Discover how antimicrobial resistance caused 2.6 lakh deaths in India and what doctors are doing to combat this health emergency.
Dibrugarh launches anti-rabies vaccination drive, inoculating 30+ street dogs at AMCH campus. Collaborative effort aims for complete rabies control across the city. Read more about this public health initiative.
West Bengal plans four new model Anti-Rabies Clinics to enhance rabies care. Currently only one ARC exists at ID Hospital. Learn about expansion plans and rabies challenges.
SMS Hospital treats 2-3 confirmed rabies cases monthly while government reports zero deaths. Official statistics miss fatalities due to lack of post-mortem testing. Learn the truth about rabies in Rajasthan.
Rajasthan reports no rabies deaths for 2 years despite 670,000 post-bite vaccinations. Experts question data as state conducts zero confirmatory brain tests. Read the full investigation.
Rahul Gandhi criticizes BJP government and Election Commission over BLO deaths during elections. Demands accountability and justice for victims' families. Read full story.
Two young labourers, Ricky Mohanto (22) and Kishan Mohanto (23), killed when industrial elevator crashed from 5th floor at Akshar Fabrics in Surat. Police investigation underway.
Two teachers serving as BLOs died across Madhya Pradesh districts. Family members allege excessive workload and pressure from SIR survey caused the fatalities. Read the full investigation.
Tragedy strikes Chandigarh as 16-year-old Vivek Kumar and 40-year-old Dwarka Prasad Yadav die in separate road accidents within 24 hours. Police investigate both incidents amid growing road safety concerns.
India's drug regulator moves to end license-free cough syrup sales in villages after DEG contamination killed 24 children. New rules aim to strengthen rural drug safety.
New report highlights dog census importance for birth control program success. India recorded 126 rabies deaths 2022-2025, Delhi reported zero cases. Learn more about the findings.
Investigation reveals suspected negligence by officials and doctors in blackbuck deaths at Karnataka rehabilitation center. Authorities take action against responsible parties.
Discover why India needs compassionate stray dog management strategies that balance human safety with animal welfare. Learn about sustainable solutions.