A jaundice outbreak at Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya in Khurda has infected 25 students, with 100 more symptomatic. Authorities suspect viral hepatitis as the cause. Read for details on the response and health measures.
Kerala faces its worst Hepatitis A outbreak with 31,536 cases and 82 deaths by Dec 30, 2025. Experts blame water safety failures and warn of a dangerous shift to older patients. Learn symptoms and prevention.
Leading Indian fertility specialists call for rigorous validation before clinical adoption of non-invasive preimplantation genetic testing (niPGT). Learn about the potential and pitfalls.
Fertility specialists highlight the benefits and limitations of non-invasive preimplantation genetic testing (niPGT). Learn when this advanced screening is truly recommended.
Indore faces a water-borne disease outbreak. Learn how soon symptoms like diarrhoea or hepatitis appear after drinking contaminated water, the key infections, and crucial treatment steps to save lives.
India's first dedicated high-speed rail test track, a 64-km facility in Rajasthan, is on track for completion by March 2026. It will enable testing at 220 kmph, positioning India as a global hub for rolling stock validation. Read more!
Surat's SRKRC upgrades to a fully automated NAT system, detecting 117 infected blood donations missed by ELISA, preventing at least 351 potential infections. Read how this tech saves lives.
University VC urges farmers to test soil & water yearly for healthy yields. New rice variety launched, spice branding & youth in agriculture highlighted at Mudigere fair. Read more.
A new state-of-the-art FDA lab in Pune's Moshi will slash testing delays for food and drug samples from over two months to swift results, boosting enforcement across five districts.
As the National Blood Transfusion Bill, 2025 is introduced, thalassaemia patients reveal how unsafe blood screening gave them HIV and Hepatitis C, demanding mandatory NAAT testing for all donor blood.
House of Diagnostics initiates a $30-40 million funding round as India's diagnostic market is projected to hit $15-16 billion. Read about the expansion plans and sector tailwinds.
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.
WADA's 2024 report reveals India's 3.6% doping positivity rate is the highest among major nations, with 260 adverse findings from 7113 tests. Read the full analysis.
A parliamentary committee recommends a stronger focus on traditional pen-and-paper exams for national tests like JEE, NEET, citing recurring disruptions in NTA's computer-based tests. Explore the findings and implications.
BrowserStack unveils Test Failure Analysis Agent, an AI-powered tool that automates debugging, reducing analysis time from hours to minutes. Discover how it boosts developer productivity.
BrowserStack's new Test Failure Analysis Agent uses AI to pinpoint test failure root causes, boosting developer productivity. Discover how this tool bridges the developer-QA gap.
Bellatrix Aerospace, a Bengaluru-based space-tech startup, designs its own vacuum chambers and propulsion systems to test satellite engines. Discover how they're pioneering green propulsion and ultra-low Earth orbit tech.
Angelina Jolie opens up about her 2013 preventive double mastectomy, revealing scars to advocate for global access to genetic testing and healthcare. Her story continues to empower women.
Indian scientists develop a web-based tensile strength estimator for rocks, slashing testing time from 3-5 days to seconds. This breakthrough aids infrastructure planning and safety. Learn how this tool revolutionizes construction.
Kolkata's Taratala flyover reopened after a 4-day load test, bringing relief to Behala and South 24 Parganas commuters. Travel times drastically improved. Read the full report.
FSSAI launches nationwide sampling of eggs to check for banned nitrofurans. This follows concerns over Eggoz brand eggs. Experts warn of long-term health risks from antibiotic misuse in poultry.
Lakhs in Kolkata face severe traffic jams due to Taratala Flyover closure for load testing. Commutes triple in time, with 2 lakh vehicles clogging alternate routes. Police advise diversions.
Mangaluru City Police intensify anti-drug drive, arresting 25 and seizing significant narcotics. Anonymous QR code system aids crackdown as random testing targets colleges.
Karnataka Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao advises against panic over reports of cancer-causing substances in eggs. The health department is awaiting test results. Stay informed.
DMK MP P Wilson urges Union Education Minister to relocate SWAYAM exam centres for Tamil Nadu B.Ed students assigned to Kerala & Karnataka. Exam is on Dec 14-15. Read more.
A US CDC panel reviews the universal hepatitis B birth dose policy. Experts warn against delay, citing household transmission risks and a 99% drop in infections since 1991. Learn why.
Bengaluru is set to receive a central drug testing laboratory, significantly reducing wait times for sample analysis reports. Approval from the Centre is pending. Read more.
MIT researchers develop a light-based glucose sensor, eliminating painful finger pricks. The shoebox-sized device uses Raman spectroscopy and aims for smartwatch size. A potential game-changer for India's diabetic population.
US President Donald Trump praised a CDC panel vote to end its recommendation for Hepatitis B vaccination for newborns. Read the details and implications of this major public health shift.
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.