Karnataka Govt Orders Ban on Public Pigeon Feeding
Karnataka government directs municipal bodies to regulate pigeon feeding, citing public health risks. Deputy Secretary V Lakshmikanth issues urgent directive. Read the full story.
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Illegal highway vendors heighten accident risk in Ludhiana fog
Unauthorized vendors on Ludhiana's highways are creating severe safety hazards during dense fog, leading to accidents. Authorities are urged to take immediate action to clear these encroachments.
USAF Tanker Near-Miss Over Caribbean Sparks Outrage
A US Air Force tanker without a transponder forced a JetBlue flight into evasive action. The pilot called it 'outrageous,' raising major safety concerns near Venezuela. Read the full report.
Mapusa Fish Market Faces Shutdown Over Health Issues
Mapusa Urban Health Centre threatens to cut water and power to the fish market for failing to maintain cleanliness despite repeated warnings. Read the full story.
India's New Seismic Map: 61% Land in High-Risk Zones
India unveils a revised seismic zonation map, introducing a new highest-risk Zone VI for the Himalayas. The update impacts 75% of the population and aims to transform urban planning and disaster resilience.
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.
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.
Sewer overflow at Gurgaon-Delhi border creates traffic, health mess
Persistent sewer overflow near Dundahera in Udyog Vihar 1 has created a hazardous, stinking mess for a week, crippling traffic and raising disease fears. Residents demand urgent action from HSIIDC. Read the full report.
Goa Nightclubs Pose Major Fire Risks, Lack Safety NOCs
Experts warn most Goa nightclubs are fire hazards, operating without NOCs. Design, pyrotechnics, and poor enforcement create deadly risks. Learn the safety gaps.
Deadly Gases Found in UK Morgue from India-Repatriated Bodies
A UK coroner warns of lethal chemical exposure to mortuary workers from bodies of AI171 crash victims repatriated from India. Ministers urged to act within 56 days.
Tambaram's 5-year drainage crisis leaves residents in sewage
Five years after becoming a corporation, Tambaram still lacks basic drainage. Residents face sewage overflow, health risks, and high costs. A ₹750-crore project remains stalled. Read more.
HC orders inspection of illegal chemical kumkum at Sabarimala
Kerala High Court directs authorities to inspect illegal sale and lab certification of chemical kumkum at Sabarimala, Pamba, Nilackal, and Erumely. Reports due Monday.
Waste dumping near Thiruvananthapuram school continues unchecked
Despite orders from rights commissions, waste dumping near Beemapally Nursery School in Thiruvananthapuram continues, posing severe health risks to children. Locals threaten protest. Read more.
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.
Father, daughter electrocuted by overhead wire in Jalgaon
A 12-year-old girl and her father died after electrocution from an overhead wire in Jalgaon's Aksanagar. A 9-year-old niece suffered burns. The family had moved in just two weeks ago.
8 Items Never to Store on Your Balcony
Your balcony is not a storage room! Learn about 8 common items that pose serious fire, safety, and health risks when kept on balconies in Indian apartments.
Man killed in blast at Wardha ammunition depot
A 35-year-old man died in an explosion at Pulgaon's Central Ammunition Depot during scrap collection, highlighting the persistent danger of civilian intrusion into restricted zones. Authorities urge residents to stay away.
NGT Contempt Petition Filed for Buddha Dariya Pollution
Ludhiana's Public Action Committee files contempt petition against MC & officials for violating NGT order, risking floods and health crises. Read the full report.
Ahmedabad Airport Bird Strikes Stable Despite Post-Monsoon Spike
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport reports stable bird-strike numbers in 2025, with Aug-Oct being critical. Learn how a multi-layered wildlife management program is ensuring aircraft safety.
8 Students Sick from Toxic Fumes at Chhattisgarh School
Eight students in Chhattisgarh's Kanker district fell ill after inhaling toxic fumes from burnt expired medicines at a nearby health centre. Read about the incident and the demand for an inquiry.
Delhi's pollution clinic battles multi-organ health crisis
Delhi's sole dedicated pollution clinic at RML Hospital reports a surge in mental health, skin, and cardiac issues linked to toxic air. Doctors warn of a silent public health emergency.
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.
Shillong DM bans overloaded hay trucks over safety risks
East Khasi Hills DM issues order banning overloaded hay trucks in Shillong to prevent fire hazards and road litter. Violators face prosecution under BNS.
India's Health Spending Among World's Lowest: Oxfam
Oxfam's 2020 report reveals India allocated only 4% of its budget to health, ranking 155th globally. This critical underfunding left the nation vulnerable during the COVID-19 crisis. Read the full analysis.
Varanasi Division Health Review: 3rd State Rank, Districts Lag
Varanasi division secured third position in UP's health rankings. While Varanasi district excels in quality assurance, Ghazipur and Chandauli show decline in institutional deliveries. Read the full analysis.
Free Health Camp Serves 200+ in Chandigarh
A free health camp organized in Chandigarh provided comprehensive medical services to over 200 residents. Get details about this community healthcare initiative.
India's New Seismic Map: Himalayan Arc in Zone VI
India releases updated seismic zonation map placing entire Himalayan arc in highest-risk Zone VI for first time. 61% of India now in moderate to high hazard zones. New building codes mandate stricter safety standards.
Unlicensed Slaughterhouses Spread Panic in Panchkula
Unregulated meat shops are proliferating across Panchkula, flouting hygiene norms and dumping waste in forests. Residents fear a major health hazard. Authorities are accused of inaction.
Ranchi's dangling wires pose serious public safety threat
Dangerously entangled wires in Ranchi cause accidents and electrocution fears. Residents and animals at risk as authorities call it a 'herculean task' to resolve. Read more on the city's safety crisis.
Amritsar Public Toilets Turn Into Health Hazard
Public conveniences in Amritsar have become unusable due to poor maintenance, causing inconvenience and health risks for residents. Authorities face criticism for neglecting basic urban infrastructure.
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