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Mumbai rains as deadly as cancer, study finds

Shocking study reveals Mumbai monsoon rainfall causes mortality rates comparable to cancer, with children under five facing highest risk. Learn about the health impacts.

Bengaluru adoptions rise 72% from 2020-2025

Bengaluru witnesses 72% surge in child adoptions between 2020-2025, but faces critical shortage of children available. Officials note changing attitudes among couples. Read details.

Tamil Nadu's Broken Courts Traumatise Child Survivors

An investigation reveals how Tamil Nadu's POCSO courts are failing child sexual abuse survivors, forcing them to face their attackers and violating Supreme Court mandates for a safe testimony process.

Non-smoker's lung cancer shock: Ghaziabad woman's story

A 43-year-old Ghaziabad woman's lung cancer diagnosis despite being a non-smoker exposes alarming health risks. Medical experts reveal how air pollution and environmental factors are creating a new wave of lung cancer patients.

West Bengal Champions Older Child Adoption Movement

West Bengal's child welfare authorities are pioneering a transformative shift in adoption culture, actively encouraging families to embrace older children and teens, moving beyond the traditional preference for infants.

Ananya Panday defends Gen Z mental health views in Bollywood

Young Bollywood star Ananya Panday defends Gen Z's approach to mental health awareness, while veteran filmmakers Farah Khan and Twinkle Khanna express contrasting views in a revealing industry conversation about generational perspectives on trauma and emo

Delhi Air Crisis: Indoor Play Essential for Kids

As Delhi's air quality deteriorates dangerously, pediatric experts reveal why indoor activities are becoming essential for children's health and development. Discover safe alternatives to outdoor play.

Doctor's Wife Summoned in MP Cough Syrup Deaths Case

Madhya Pradesh State Commission for Protection of Child Rights summons doctor's wife in connection with child deaths linked to alleged contaminated cough syrup. Latest developments in the ongoing investigation.

FDA restricts children's supplement over health concerns

The US FDA has issued strict restrictions on a widely-used supplement for growing children after discovering serious health concerns. Find out which common product is now under scrutiny and what parents need to know.

Bengaluru Metro staff reunite lost girl with mother

A heart-stopping moment turned into a beautiful reunion at Bengaluru's Namma Metro when quick-thinking staff helped a terrified 6-year-old girl find her mother. Read this inspiring story of humanity and efficiency.

Nagalakshmi R. Kosumbe Appointed KCPCR Chairperson

In a significant development for child welfare in Karnataka, Nagalakshmi R. Kosumbe has been appointed as the new chairperson of the Karnataka Commission for Protection of Child Rights (KCPCR), bringing fresh leadership to the state's child protection ini

12 trafficked children rescued at Delhi railway station

In a dramatic midnight operation at Anand Vihar Railway Station, authorities rescued 12 children from Jharkhand who were being trafficked to Delhi. The successful mission highlights ongoing efforts to combat child trafficking in India.

Bengaluru woman kidnaps 4-year-old, arrested

A 27-year-old childless woman in Bengaluru kidnapped a 4-year-old girl from her neighbourhood, sparking a massive police investigation. The accused was arrested within 24 hours and the child safely reunited with her family.

Bengaluru Metro staff reunite lost girl with mother

In a touching display of humanity, Bengaluru Metro personnel became real-life heroes by reuniting a lost 6-year-old girl with her frantic mother. Read this inspiring story of community care and quick action.

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