Delhi's Stage IV GRAP: Vehicle Ban, 50% WFH, No Fuel Sans PUC
Delhi implements stringent Stage IV GRAP measures: 50% work-from-home, ban on non-BS VI outside vehicles, no fuel without PUC. Severe air quality likely till Dec 27. Read details.
Category : Public Health
Delhi's New Anti-Pollution Curbs: WFH, Old Car Ban Effective
Delhi-NCR enforces fresh curbs as smog persists. New rules include 50% work-from-home, ban on non-BS-VI vehicles & no fuel without PUC. Check the full list of restrictions now.
Doctors in Tamil Nadu's Sittilingi Valley Build Health Through Farming
In Tamil Nadu's remote Sittilingi valley, doctors Regi George & Lalitha Regi built a hospital, then tackled malnutrition & debt via organic farming & women-led crafts. Discover their unique model of 'social medicine'.
Delhi AQI Hits 'Very Poor', GRAP Stage-IV Measures Activated
Delhi's air quality plunges to hazardous levels with AQI reaching 374 in RK Puram. Authorities enforce strict GRAP Stage-IV measures. Read the full report on the smog crisis and its impact.
Delhi's pollution curbs leave labourers jobless, relief inaccessible
As GRAP curbs halt construction in Delhi-NCR, daily wage workers gather at Labour Chowk in vain. Govt's Rs 10,000 relief fails to help unregistered labourers facing hunger and health crises. Read more.
Delhi CM: Use Public Transport to Keep City Liveable
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta appeals to citizens to ditch personal vehicles for public transport amid poor air quality. AQI expected to remain 'Very Poor' until December 20, with transport sector a major polluter.
5 Thalassemia Kids Contract HIV in MP Blood Transfusion Scandal
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.
Bahraich villages get doors, lights after wolf attacks
Bahraich administration installs streetlights, fits doors in homes, and clears sugarcane fields after fresh wolf attacks kill three children. Villagers live in fear as patrols intensify.
Amritsar's Special Vaccination Drive for Vulnerable Groups
Amritsar health authorities launch a targeted vaccination drive for children and pregnant women. Learn about the schedule, vaccines offered, and key health benefits.
Hot Drinks Above 65°C Linked to Cancer Risk: WHO
Sipping very hot tea or coffee above 65°C can raise oesophageal cancer risk. Learn the science, key studies, and simple safety tips to enjoy your brew safely.
Worms Found in Food at Noida Institute Hostel, Sparks Protests
Food safety dept issues notice to Noida institute's hostel mess after students find worms in food, triggering protests. Inspection reveals unhygienic kitchen. Read for details.
Nagpur Air Quality: Night PM2.5 Spikes Raise Alarm
Nagpur's air quality shows marginal improvement but dangerous nighttime PM2.5 spikes persist. Experts cite construction, local burning & seasonal factors. Citizens urged to take precautions.
Noida AQI improves to 331, relief likely short-lived
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.
Food Safety Team Seizes Adulterated Gram Worth Rs 33.48 Lakh
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 Passes Key Amendment to Drugs and Cosmetics Act
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.
Delhi AQI 334, Fog Disrupts Flights, No Relief Till Dec 20
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 AQI Hits 'Severe' Category, Crosses 400 Mark
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.
Two children injured in separate wolf attacks in Bahraich
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 Fog: Yellow Alert Till Dec 20, Visibility May Drop to 50m
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.
1,411 kg vegetable sauce seized in Jaipur over safety concerns
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.
Belly Fat Linked to Fatty Liver, Diabetes: Doctor Explains
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.
Nagpur Station's Hygiene Crisis: Rats, Filth Alarm Passengers
Despite upgrades, Nagpur railway station faces severe hygiene crisis with rampant filth & rodents. Passengers cite public health risks. Officials respond. Read more.
UP Health Mission: 100% Doctor Availability at Arogya Melas
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.
Bihar Cold Wave: State Issues Health & Safety Advisories
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.
HIV in Thalassemia Kids: Satna Blood Bank Probe Hits Hurdles
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.
9 New Critical Care Blocks Ready in Telangana
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's ₹1 Crore Pet Crematorium to Address Disposal Woes
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 HIV Cases Found in West Champaran's Bagaha
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.
Bihar Workshop Focuses on Inclusive Disaster Preparedness
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.
Assam NGO's HPV Vaccine Drive Reaches 3,000 Women
Pratishruti NGO achieves India's largest non-profit HPV vaccination drive in Assam, targeting cervical cancer prevention. Learn how community efforts are bridging the healthcare gap.
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