Madurai's new Institute of Child Health and Research Centre, a ₹40 crore facility with 219 beds, is set to become operational by March at GRH, boosting paediatric care for southern Tamil Nadu.
Delhi govt to continue 'No PUC, No Fuel' policy even after GRAP-IV lifts. Minister Sirsa announces crackdown on faulty PUC centres & Rs 100 crore for water bodies. Read more.
Punjab government considers proposal to upgrade Dhakoli CHC to a 50-bed facility. MLA Kuljit Singh Randhawa chairs review meeting, says upgrade will bring more specialist doctors.
NGT issues notices to Odisha authorities over a micro composting centre in a Bhubaneswar residential area, citing health and rule violations. Next hearing in February 2026.
Haryana Pollution Board fines violators Rs 2.8 crore in Gurgaon & Nuh for flouting dust, genset, and industrial norms. Major construction projects shut. Read the full report.
MPCB officials visited a Baner construction site to evaluate dust & noise control measures as per NGT's Dec 8 directive. Monitoring stations installed for 24-hour assessment.
Thane Municipal Corporation announces a scientific initiative including shelters, sterilisation drives, and awareness campaigns to manage the city's stray dogs. Learn about the new measures.
McKinsey forecasts $5.2 trillion in AI infrastructure spending, but weak demand and risky finance models spark fears of a dotcom-style bust. Read the full analysis.
Deputy CM Brijesh Pathak discovered rusted equipment, non-functional sterilizer at Jhansi's Gursarai CHC. He ordered the dental surgeon's transfer to a remote location and a fine. CMO has initiated an inquiry.
Delhi CM announces strict enforcement of 'No PUC, No Fuel' rule to combat air pollution. Learn how this move aims to curb vehicle emissions and improve air quality in the capital.
Karnataka appoints 1,000 pharmacy students to support drug control efforts. Learn about the initiative's impact on public health and student careers.
Madurai collector inspects colleges for alternate 2026 assembly vote counting centres after HC barred use of medical college. Details on facilities checked and officials involved.
Ghaziabad's third animal birth control centre, built for Rs 2 crore, launches in Vijay Nagar, boosting daily sterilisation capacity to 120 dogs. Learn how this tackles the city's stray population challenge.
Parel residents report SRA site violating pollution norms with late-night work and no dust control. MPCB and BMC respond. Read the full story.
Karnataka government commits to addressing the outdated Rent Control Act, promising action following a heated Assembly debate. Tenants and landlords await concrete steps.
A Mumbai court has granted bail to two owners of an alleged fake call centre in Vanrai that targeted US citizens. The court cited a filed chargesheet and documentary evidence as reasons. Read the full details.
A new Aadhaar Seva Kendra opens in Chandigarh's Sector 17, offering enrollment & update services. Learn about its location, timings, and benefits for residents.
The Andhra Pradesh government has declined to make public the MoU with Google for its $15 billion AI data centre in Visakhapatnam. Explore the details and implications.
Union Minister Giriraj Singh inaugurated an Integrated Textile & Tourism Centre in Meghalaya, pledging new Weavers' Service Centres across the Northeast to boost the region's silk and handloom heritage.
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.
Tivoli Hospitality Group unveils the Omnia Convention Centre in Gurugram, featuring a 16,000 sq ft ballroom & luxury suites. Designed by Studio 145, it redefines event spaces. Explore the new landmark for weddings & corporate events.
Govt data reveals a surge in acute respiratory illness cases in Delhi, Chennai, and Mumbai, linked to worsening air pollution. Learn about the national surveillance response.
National Pollution Control Day, observed on Dec 2, marks the Bhopal Gas Tragedy & highlights pollution's deadly health impact, causing 8.1 million deaths in 2021. Learn risks and solutions.
Ghaziabad's inaugural automatic driving centre is now open in Guldhar. Featuring simulators, 56 cameras, and automated tests, it aims to improve driver skills and reduce road accidents. Read more.
Deputy CM Udhayanidhi Stalin inspected GCC's command centre and rain-hit Perambur areas to assess Chennai's monsoon preparedness. He reviewed real-time feeds and public grievances.
Andhra Pradesh emerges as India's top state in controlling HIV, recording an 88.72% decline in AIDS deaths and major reduction in new infections. Discover how they achieved this success story.
Bombay High Court refuses petition challenging SHRC order dismissing sexual assault complaint at Thane rehab centre. Mother sought justice for son's 2013 ordeal. Read full details.
Odisha detects 2,462 HIV-positive cases from April to October through extensive testing. Ganjam reports highest numbers as officials cite unprotected sex among youth as primary cause. Learn about state's response.
Delhi's air quality shows slight improvement, moving from 'very poor' to 'poor' category with AQI at 269. However, thick smog continues to blanket ITO and other areas. Political criticism mounts over pollution crisis.
MCG awards 2-year contract to Jabalpur NGO for stray dog sterilisation at Rs 700 per dog. RWAs and veterinarians question feasibility, citing costs up to Rs 5,000 per procedure locally.