Synthetic Drug Seizures Surge in Thiruvananthapuram

Over 551g of synthetic drugs seized in Thiruvananthapuram from Jan-May 2025, with MDMA dominating. Excise officials cite Bengaluru and Tamil Nadu as source points, while infrastructure gaps hinder enforcement.

Stroke Rising in Young Indians: Lifestyle Changes Blamed

Stroke is no longer just an old-age disease; younger Indians are increasingly affected due to sedentary lifestyles, poor diet, hypertension, diabetes, and tobacco use. India reports 1.8-2 million new cases yearly, with 10-15% under 45.

Jayanagar 2nd Block battles mounting garbage crisis

Jayanagar 2nd Block in Bengaluru faces a severe garbage problem with waste piling up at street corners. Irregular door-to-door collection and littering are blamed, despite warnings and deity images. BSWML plans to clear black spots this month.

FDA Seizes Rs 15 Lakh Adulterated Food in Nashik

Maharashtra FDA conducted a seven-day crackdown in Nashik district, seizing adulterated food and banned products worth over Rs 15 lakh. Inspections targeted ice cream, chikki, and loose oil, with samples sent for lab testing.

Ammonia Leak in Kochi Ice Plant Hospitalises 11

An ammonia leak at an ice plant in Kochi's Munambam area on Friday left 11 people hospitalised with breathing difficulties. Fire personnel promptly controlled the leak, and victims' conditions improved after treatment.

MSHRC Awards Rs 16 Lakh for Maternal Death Negligence

Maharashtra Human Rights Commission awarded Rs 16 lakh compensation to the family of a 23-year-old woman who died after childbirth due to negligence, poor infrastructure, and absent medical staff at government hospitals in Nandurbar.

Second Sudanese in Ebola Isolation in Hyderabad

A second Sudanese national arriving from Uganda was admitted to Gandhi Hospital's Ebola isolation ward in Hyderabad, raising the number under observation to two. Both patients are clinically stable.

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