Noida's air quality improved marginally to an AQI of 331 on Wednesday but remained in the 'very poor' category. Officials warn the respite is temporary, with forecasts predicting severe pollution by month-end.
A food safety raid in Bingawan uncovered 1,240 bags of gram illegally coloured with toxic industrial dye Auramine. Read about the major crackdown on food adulteration.
Karnataka Assembly passes the Drugs and Cosmetics (Amendment) Bill, 2024, enhancing penalties for spurious drug manufacturers and regulating online pharmacy sales. Learn the key changes.
Silent inflammation can damage your heart without symptoms. Learn from the American Heart Association's expert advice on diet, sleep, and exercise to reduce risks of heart attack and stroke.
Choosing the right cookware impacts health & flavour. We compare cast iron, stainless steel & non-stick pans for their benefits, uses, and potential risks. Make an informed choice for your kitchen.
Delhi's air quality remains 'Very Poor' with AQI 334. Strong winds offer slight improvement, but shallow fog traps pollutants, causing major flight disruptions. Read for details and forecast.
Chandigarh's air quality turned 'severe' this winter, with AQI exceeding 400 in some sectors. CPCB data reveals a sharp decline post-midday. Read the full report on the city's pollution crisis.
Over 2,500 kidney specialists from India and 25 nations convene at SGPGIMS for the 42nd ISNCON conference. CM Yogi Adityanath to inaugurate the 4-day event focusing on advanced kidney care.
Karnataka appoints 1,000 pharmacy students to support drug control efforts. Learn about the initiative's impact on public health and student careers.
Experts at KGMU's 39th Radiotherapy Foundation Day stress immunotherapy's role alongside chemo & surgery. 1.5M new cancer cases yearly in India, with 70-80% late-stage detection.
A doctor's social media post on period diarrhea went viral for its honest take. Learn the science behind prostaglandins, hormones, and when to seek help.
Doctors at Manipal Hospital, Baner, performed emergency surgery on a 3-day-old with intestinal malrotation and midgut volvulus. Read about the life-saving procedure and multidisciplinary effort.
A 5-year-old boy and a 2-year-old girl were injured in separate wolf attacks in Bahraich district. Forest teams are using drones in search operations as attacks rise.
Chandigarh woke up to season's first dense fog, visibility just 150m. Yellow alert till Dec 20 warns of worse to come. Know travel advisories and health impacts.
Jaipur health officials seized over 1.4 tons of 'Super Se Upar' vegetable sauce after complaints. The firm lacked hygiene, pest control records. Samples sent for testing. Read more.
Rajasthan's drug safety body finds 5 medicines substandard, orders statewide withdrawal. Includes drugs for allergies, diabetes, and infections. Read details.
A senior endocrinologist explains why belly fat is a critical health marker for Indians, linking it directly to fatty liver disease and diabetes risk, with specific measurement guidelines.
Lupin receives a Voluntary Action Indicated (VAI) classification from the USFDA for its Nagpur injectables facility after a September 2025 inspection. Read the full details.
Despite upgrades, Nagpur railway station faces severe hygiene crisis with rampant filth & rodents. Passengers cite public health risks. Officials respond. Read more.
New research shows optimism, deep sleep, stress management, and strong social support can make your brain up to eight years younger. Learn how to integrate these habits.
NHM Mission Director Dr Pinky Jowel mandates full doctor availability at Mukhyamantri Jan Arogya Melas. ACS Amit Kumar Ghosh reviews health services across three divisions.
Acharya Neeraj Dhankher's Vedic astrology guidance for women today focuses on emotional honesty, setting boundaries at work, mindful finances, and listening to your body's needs for holistic wellness.
A 19-year-old's persistent symptoms were dismissed as stress until a collapse revealed a brain tumour. Her story highlights why persistent signs need medical attention. Read more.
Bihar's disaster management department issues cold wave advisories as temperatures drop to single digits. Learn about health precautions, school timing changes, and fog alerts.
Six thalassemia children in Satna contracted HIV via blood transfusion. A delayed probe reveals major gaps in donor records, raising serious public health risks. Read the full investigation.
Telangana govt prepares to operationalise nine new Critical Care Blocks in district hospitals from January first week. This move aims to reduce referrals to Hyderabad and strengthen golden hour emergency care across the state.
Tambaram Corporation allocates ₹1 crore for its first pet crematorium in Thiruneermalai. The facility aims to ensure dignified disposal and tackle public health hazards from improper dumping of animal remains.
36 individuals, including 3 children, diagnosed with HIV in Bagaha, West Champaran. Authorities provide financial aid and urge testing. Learn about support schemes and prevention.
MGUMST Jaipur signs a pact for drone-based medical supply, organ delivery & surveillance. A new Centre of Excellence will drive innovation. Read how this tech will save lives.
Bihar's DMD, UN, and UNICEF held a 2-day DiDRR workshop in Patna to integrate disability inclusion into all disaster management stages. Experts stress inclusive design for effective response.