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Chennai's January Rainfall Pattern Shifts with Excess Rains
Chennai records 30mm rainfall in first six days of 2026, marking third straight year of excess January rain. IMD issues yellow and orange alerts for heavy showers this week. Read more about the changing weather pattern.
Karnataka's CHC Downgrade Plan Sparks Doctor, Community Protests
Karnataka's plan to downgrade 200+ Community Health Centres by removing specialists has unsettled rural healthcare. Learn about the rationalisation policy, its impact on maternal care, and why doctors are protesting.
Karnataka's Health Dept Overhauls Mother & Child Health Services
Karnataka's health department is rationalising MCH specialists across CHCs to reduce maternal mortality. Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao explains the plan and upcoming modifications. Read more.
Pregnant Woman's Death in Gadchiroli Triggers Outcry
A pregnant woman's death in remote Gadchiroli village sparks controversy. Administration denies ambulance failure, urges reliance on govt health services. Read the full investigation.
Karnataka to Offer Epidurals in Govt Hospitals to Cut C-Sections
Karnataka health dept to introduce labour analgesia like epidurals in govt hospitals to reduce high C-section rates. Aim is to lower maternal mortality by encouraging natural births. Read more.
IMD Forecasts Above-Normal Rainfall for Chennai in January
IMD predicts above-normal rainfall for Chennai and nearby districts this January, despite a drier forecast for the state's three-month period. Get the full weather outlook and temperature details.
Pregnant woman dies after 6km trek in Gadchiroli
A 24-year-old pregnant woman in Maharashtra's Gadchiroli died after walking 6km through forest due to lack of medical facilities. Her baby also died. Read about the healthcare crisis in remote villages.
Punjab's Pregnancy Care Initiative: 10,000+ Free Ultrasounds
Punjab's protocol-driven antenatal care model at Aam Aadmi Clinics has provided free ultrasound tests to over 10,000 women in four months, aiming to reduce high maternal mortality.
Maharashtra: Pregnant woman walks 6km, dies after childbirth
A pregnant woman from a remote Gadchiroli village walked 6 km in labour to reach a health centre, only to die after delivery. This tragedy highlights the critical gaps in rural healthcare infrastructure.
Punjab Expands Pregnancy Healthcare at Aam Aadmi Clinics
Punjab government expands ante-natal services at Aam Aadmi Clinics, offering free scans & tests. Over 10,000 women benefited. Read how this initiative tackles maternal health gaps.
Jaipur: Trained Staff Missing from Delivery Rooms, Warns Health Dept
Rajasthan health department orders trained nurses to be posted in labour rooms for 3 years to cut maternal & newborn deaths. New cadre for critical care announced.
166 Tiger Deaths in 2024, 60 Outside Protected Areas
India recorded 166 tiger fatalities in 2024, with over 60 occurring outside protected reserves. Discover the causes, state-wise data, and conservation challenges.
Uttarakhand's Driest Decade: Zero Dec Rainfall
Uttarakhand recorded zero rainfall & snowfall in Dec 2024, its driest Dec in 10 years. IMD data shows a 24% post-monsoon deficit. Experts warn of crop & water impact. Read more.
Andhra Pradesh Records 25% Excess Northeast Monsoon Rainfall
Andhra Pradesh witnessed 25% excess rainfall in the 2025 northeast monsoon, with Nandyal district leading at 67% surplus. IMD data reveals a wet October driven by Cyclone Montha.
India's Driest December Since 2001, Delhi Sees No Rain
December 2025 was India's 5th driest since 1901, with a 69% rainfall deficit. Delhi recorded zero rain, a rare event. IMD cites weak western disturbances and unfavorable MJO. Read for full forecast.
Tamil Nadu Monsoon Ends with 3% Rain Deficit
The 2023 North East Monsoon concluded in Tamil Nadu with a 3% rainfall deficit. Key districts faced shortfalls, impacting agriculture. Get the full IMD report and regional analysis here.
NE Monsoon 2025 Ends Near Normal, Says IMD
India's southern peninsula recorded near-normal northeast monsoon rainfall in 2025, with 283.4 mm, just 3.7% below average. Cyclone Montha boosted October rains. Read the full IMD report.
Punjab Gives Rs 26 Crore Aid to Mothers for Maternal Health
Punjab government disburses over Rs 26 crore to 69,110 new & expecting mothers via DBT to improve maternal health & reduce mortality. Scheme offers tiered financial support.
Kilkari IVRS Guides 2.5 Lakh Pregnant Women Annually in Andhra
Andhra Pradesh's Kilkari programme uses IVRS calls to provide vital health advice to 2.5 lakh pregnant women yearly, aiming to slash maternal and infant mortality rates. Learn how this initiative is transforming maternal care.
RBI Handbook Shows Flaws in State Social Spending Data
RBI's state statistics handbook reveals rising social sector spends mask declining budget shares & hidden disparities. Experts demand better data for real progress. Read more.
India's New Burn Care Guidelines Ban Ice, Toothpaste on Wounds
India launches first national burn treatment protocol to standardise care, curb 150,000 yearly deaths. Guidelines ban harmful home remedies like ice and toothpaste, stressing running water as first aid.
India's Major Gains in Malaria, TB, and Maternal Health
India reports over 80% drop in malaria, 21% fall in TB, and significant reductions in maternal & child mortality. Health Minister Nadda credits institutional strength and public participation for the success. Read the full report.
India's High Breast Cancer Death Rate & AI Detection Hope
India has the world's highest breast cancer mortality rate. With 14 lakh+ new cases in 2023, early detection is key to boosting 98% survival. Learn how AI and tech are changing the fight.
Rajasthan Targets 84-Year Life Expectancy by 2047
Rajasthan unveils a bold health vision to raise life expectancy from 69.4 to 84 years by 2047. The plan targets maternal & infant mortality, cuts medical costs, and expands infrastructure. Read the full strategy.
Mysuru's Maternal Mortality Rate Plummets by 61%
Mysuru district achieves a sharp decline in maternal deaths, from 28 in 2024 to just 11 in 2025, thanks to coordinated health interventions. Discover the strategies behind this public health success.
Infant Death Highlights Paediatric Healthcare Shortage in Rajasthan
A newborn's death while being transferred from Bharatpur to Jaipur reveals critical gaps in paediatric surgery facilities at district hospitals in Rajasthan. Read more about the urgent need for specialised care.
Daily Sunlight Linked to Longer Life, Lower Mortality Risk
New research reveals regular daylight exposure syncs your body clock, boosts Vitamin D, and may lower mortality risk. Discover the science-backed benefits of sun for health and longevity.
Best Time to Drink Coffee for Health Benefits Revealed
New research shows the timing of your coffee matters more than quantity. Morning coffee linked to 31% lower cardiovascular death risk and better mood. Find out why.
Prolonged Sitting Health Risks: Worse Than You Think
Research reveals sitting over 8 hours daily carries mortality risks similar to smoking. Learn the dangers of a sedentary lifestyle and practical strategies to stay healthy.
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