HC Orders Priority Appointment of Doctors for Melghat
Bombay High Court directs Maharashtra govt to appoint specialist doctors in Melghat within a week following infant and maternal deaths. Next hearing on Jan 16.
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Newborn Defeats Tetanus After 3-Month Hospital Fight
A newborn girl from Dahod defeats tetanus after a grueling 3-month battle at Vadodara's SSGH hospital. Read her incredible survival story of resilience and medical triumph.
Gurgaon's Air Pollution is a Neonatal Emergency: Doctor
A leading Gurgaon neonatologist reveals how toxic air is harming babies in the womb and causing a spike in preterm births and respiratory distress. Urgent action is needed to protect a generation's lungs.
Newborn Crying Decoded: What Parents Should Know
Feeling overwhelmed by your newborn's cries? Learn to decode hunger, discomfort, pain, and normal fussing. Reduce stress and build a stronger bond with your baby.
Newborn Found Dead in Pune Garbage, Police Probe On
A newborn baby girl was found dead in a plastic bag in Pune's Pimple Nilakh. Police are scanning CCTV to find who dumped the infant. Read the full report.
4-day-old baby abandoned in Kadiri forest, police probe on
A newborn girl was found abandoned in cold near a Tirupati forest guest house. The baby, missing four fingers, is stable. Police seek public help to trace parents.
Newborn Found Dead in MP Hospital Toilet, Police Probe On
A newborn girl's body was discovered in a Chhindwara hospital toilet, highlighting Madhya Pradesh's alarming infant abandonment record. Police are searching for the mother. Read the full investigation details.
Missing Chatra Infant Found, Aunt Arrested for Kidnapping
A six-month-old boy, missing for a week from Kadhe village in Chatra, was safely recovered. Police arrested his aunt, who allegedly abducted him. Read the full story.
Breast Milk Reduces Food Allergy Risk in Babies: Study
New research reveals breast milk carries food proteins & antibodies, training a baby's immune system for tolerance. A farm-lifestyle study offers crucial insights for parents.
Major US Retailers Failed to Pull Contaminated Infant Formula
FDA accuses Walmart, Target, Kroger, Albertsons of failing to promptly remove recalled infant formula linked to a botulism outbreak affecting over 50 babies. Read the full details.
Fire in Rewa Hospital OT Charred Stillborn Infant's Body
A fire broke out in the OT of Sanjay Gandhi Hospital, Rewa, during a caesarean. The mother was saved, but the stillborn infant's body was partially charred. Hospital initiates probe.
2,000+ Get Free Checkups at CM Health Fair
Chief Minister Health Fair provided free checkups, medicines & specialist consultations to thousands across urban & rural primary health centres. Learn about the key health initiatives.
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.
Centre pushes Kerala to speed up public health cadre rollout
The Union Health Ministry directs Kerala to accelerate its Public Health Management Cadre implementation on a mission mode, citing national mandate and pandemic lessons. A 12-week action plan is mandated.
Woman dead, baby missing in Andhra canal; husband faces murder allegations
A 25-year-old woman died and her infant son vanished after falling into a Palnadu canal. The family alleges murder by her husband. Police investigation is ongoing.
5 Arrested for Kidnapping, Selling 1.5-Month-Old in Delhi
Delhi Police rescued a kidnapped infant sold for Rs 1.5 lakh and arrested five people, including an Anganwadi helper. The child was safely returned to his mother. Read the full investigation details.
Dubai RTA Distributes 500 Child Car Seats for Newborns
Dubai's RTA distributed 500 child car seats to families with newborns across 26 hospitals. This initiative aims to instil road safety from a child's first journey. Learn key safety guidelines.
CDC Changes Hepatitis B Vaccine Rule for Newborns
CDC's vaccine panel votes to end universal hepatitis B shot at birth for babies of negative mothers. Parents and doctors to decide case-by-case. Experts warn of risks.
Ludhiana Health Centre Underutilized Due to Staff Crunch
A year after its inauguration, Ludhiana's Model Urban Primary Health Centre in Haibowal faces severe underutilization due to a critical staff shortage, impacting public healthcare access.
Punjab Drug Crisis: MP Raises Infant Sale Case in Parliament
MP Harsimrat Kaur Badal raised Punjab's severe drug crisis in Lok Sabha, citing a couple selling their baby & graffiti. She slammed AAP govt, demanded Centre's intervention.
Jharkhand HC grants child custody to mother, upholds 'mamta'
Jharkhand High Court grants custody of a minor to the mother, emphasizing the unique bond of 'mamta'. The court cited psychological studies on mother-infant bonding. Read the full analysis.
Stray dogs guard abandoned newborn in West Bengal
A newborn baby, abandoned in Nabadwip, West Bengal, survived the cold night under the protection of stray dogs. The infant was found on December 2, 2025. Read this incredible story of survival.
Gujarat IMR Data: Girls Show Lower Mortality Than Boys
Gujarat's infant mortality data shows girls have a survival edge over boys, despite societal biases. Experts highlight low birth weight as a key concern. Read the full analysis.
Varanasi Secures 3rd Spot in UP Health Rankings
Varanasi achieves 71% score, ranking 3rd in Uttar Pradesh's health dashboard for October. CMO highlights performance on 16 key health indicators. Discover the top-performing blocks.
Karnataka Minister Launches Drive Against Female Foeticide
Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao directs officials to intensify awareness campaigns and improve infant care facilities in Mysuru division to combat female foeticide and infant mortality.
Kanpur: Stolen infant rescued, childless couple arrested
Kanpur police swiftly rescued a 4-month-old boy stolen from Panki Hanuman temple. The childless couple arrested within 24 hours. Read the dramatic recovery story.
Fake woman doctor arrested in Ujjain infant death case
Ujjain police arrest fake doctor Taiyaba Sheikh after two-month manhunt. She operated illegal clinics causing newborn death. Read the shocking details.
Protect Baby Skin from Winter Dryness in India
Expert tips from Dr. Vivek Jain on preventing dry skin and itching in babies during India's harsh winter. Learn proper bathing, moisturizing and clothing strategies.
Infant's Body Found in Silchar, Sparks Public Outrage
Shock in Silchar as a six-month-old boy's body is discovered near Barak Bridge. Police investigate murder or negligence. Locals demand justice. Read the latest updates.
Baby Iron Deficiency: Doctor's Critical Warning
Dr. Mohit Sethi warns iron deficiency anemia is common in babies. Learn why iron supplements from 6 months are vital for brain development and preventing tiredness.
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