India's 2026 Health Agenda: Drug Quality, TB, Innovation
India sets a 2026 health roadmap focusing on stringent drug quality, TB elimination, obesity, and a ₹4,200 crore innovation push. Will execution match ambition?
India sets a 2026 health roadmap focusing on stringent drug quality, TB elimination, obesity, and a ₹4,200 crore innovation push. Will execution match ambition?
AIIMS doctors clarify a teenager died from advanced intestinal tuberculosis, not fast food, debunking viral social media claims. Read the medical facts behind the tragedy.
Sahitya Akademi awardee Kashinath Singh expresses deep pain over Varanasi's transformation into a spectacle, fearing loss of its essence. Read his poignant critique.
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.
Over 2,000 people expected at Mandya's Food Safety Day on Jan 9. Event aims to raise awareness through 14 departmental stalls. Chairman H Krishna urges collective effort.
Get the latest from Varanasi on civic issues, traffic alerts, weather, and key political developments. Stay informed with the essential news from the city today.
Varanasi's eco-friendly e-bus service is getting a digital upgrade. A new app will show real-time bus locations, reducing wait times. Read about the features and public testing phase.
A TB awareness programme at Shiv Kumari Balika Inter College in Varanasi's Pindra block educated 750 students on symptoms, prevention, and free government treatment. Students pledged to spread the message in their communities.
Varanasi celebrated Chaudhary Charan Singh's birth anniversary as Farmers' Day. Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan detailed the Viksit Bharat Rozgar Ajeevika Mission, aiming to empower 700+ farmers with skills and sustainable livelihoods.
Actor Siddharth Arora shares his Dev Deepawali experience on Varanasi ghats, talks about the city's transformation, his move to films & solo travels. Read more.
Varanasi takes a green leap! District's first commercial EV charging station inaugurated at Indian Oil outlet, aiming to cut pollution and boost convenience. Read more.
The Khadi Gramodyog Exhibition 2025-26 in Varanasi kicked off with impressive sales of Rs 18 lakh. Inaugurated by local leaders, the event features 113 stalls showcasing rural crafts until Dec 29. Discover the vibrant showcase of Indian handicrafts.
Mount Carmel School in Zirakpur organized a crucial drug awareness session for students, led by a police inspector. The initiative aimed to educate youth on substance abuse dangers and build a drug-free society. Read more about this vital school program.
Mount Carmel School, Chandigarh, organized a crucial drug abuse awareness session for students in collaboration with the State Legal Services Authority. Learn about the initiative's impact and key messages.
Varanasi Press Club gears up for the 38th Kanishkadev Gorawala Memorial Media Cricket Competition. Six teams to compete from Dec 24-31 at Dr Sampurnanand Sports Complex. Read for full schedule and team details.
North Eastern Railway's Varanasi DRM Ashish Jain inspected safety & passenger amenities at Sadat and Jakhaniyan stations. Read about the key findings and instructions issued.
AIIMS Gorakhpur study shows TrueNat detects TB in 13.7% of samples vs 4.3% by smear microscopy. Experts call for wider molecular testing to achieve India's TB elimination goal.
Delhi Police is creatively using viral Instagram reels and popular film scenes like 'Dhurandhar' to raise awareness about phone scams and drug abuse, making safety messages relatable. Learn how they're adapting to modern information consumption.
Varanasi DM Satyendra Kumar inspected night shelters to ensure facilities for the needy during the cold wave. He directed officials to improve arrangements and urged public to report distress.
Varanasi Municipal Corporation assures no coercive action against religious sites after seers protest integrated tax bills. Commissioner clarifies tax exemptions for charitable institutions.
GRP and RPF nab two notorious thieves at Varanasi Cantt railway station, recovering over Rs 5 lakh in cash and jewellery. One accused was a parole jumper. Read the full story.
Banaras Hindu University organizes a grand flower exhibition at Malaviya Bhavan from December 25 to 27. The event aims to promote greenery and organic farming awareness. Read more.
The 9th Mahindra Kabira Festival starts on Dec 19 in Varanasi, exploring Kabir's teachings through music, art & dialogue. Discover the schedule & highlights.
Over 300 students & police in Mohali's anti-drug cycle rally. SSP Sandeep Garg leads initiative, stressing community action against substance abuse. Read more.
India's pioneering hydrogen fuel cell catamaran taxi in Varanasi was struck by a boat, halting operations. Police investigate if the crash was deliberate. Read the latest details.
A new cancer registry report for Varanasi reveals one in 36 men is at risk of oral cancer, primarily due to tobacco. Breast cancer is most common in women. Learn the key findings and risks.
Varanasi Municipal Corporation identified and acted against 110 'yellow spots' for open urination from Dec 12-16. Beautification and awareness campaigns launched to keep the holy city clean. Join the effort!
Azgara assembly area in Varanasi becomes the first to complete the Special Intensive Revision exercise. District election officer targets full completion by Tuesday. Read the latest updates.
Varanasi's 'Sundays on Cycle' event saw enthusiastic participation to celebrate India winning the bid to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games. Read about the vibrant community initiative.
Varanasi (Kashi) bags the Smart City Innovation Award-2025 for its pioneering 3D Urban Spatial Digital Twin project, a first in India for comprehensive city planning and disaster management.