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.
A Panvel court sentenced a homeopathic doctor to 3 years rigorous imprisonment for administering allopathic injections, leading to a patient's death in 2016. The court fined him Rs 1.10 lakh. Read the full details.
A three-year-old boy's tragic death in an open drain sparks outrage in Karachi, leading to arrests and demands for accountability from municipal authorities.
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.
A doctor and nurse suspended at Narasaraopeta govt hospital after a surgical blade was found inside a patient post-tubectomy. This is the second such negligence case in Andhra Pradesh within a week. Read details.
Shockingly, 82% of Rajasthan's govt hospitals flout central directives on biometric attendance. Health Minister Khimsar vows strict action and announces food courts for patients.
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.
Gujarat High Court demands GPSC explain its paper-setting process by Dec 11 after repeated errors. Justice seeks clarity on expert qualifications and accountability measures.
A 31-year-old Hyderabad dentist is on ventilator after an alleged allergic reaction at a clinic. Police investigate medical negligence as family says penicillin allergy was ignored. Read the full story.
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.
Shocking negligence at Jhansi Medical College mortuary as a woman's body is found gnawed by insects. Three staff suspended. Read about the investigation and family's ordeal.
The body of a missing man was found in a Kochi hospital mortuary three days after his death. His son alleges hospital negligence and demands action. Read the full report.
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.
Andhra Pradesh health department suspends orthopedic doctor and staff nurse after surgical blade found inside patient's body post-surgery at Kakinada Government Hospital.
Unqualified practitioners operating illegal piles treatment centers in Telangana are causing serious harm to patients. Learn how to identify genuine healthcare providers and protect yourself from medical fraud.
Massive Hong Kong housing estate blaze claims 128 lives as investigation reveals residents' fire safety warnings were ignored. Search continues for 200 missing.
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.
Assistant teacher Kamal Singh suspended for ignoring Special Intensive Revision work directives as BLO. Suspension ordered by Basic Shiksha Adhikari. Full details inside.
Akal Takht acting jathedar Giani Kuldip Singh Gargaj visited the family of 13-year-old sexual assault victim in Jalandhar. He demanded death penalty for accused and condemned police negligence. Read full story.
A free health camp organized in Chandigarh provided comprehensive medical services to over 200 residents. Get details about this community healthcare initiative.
Hong Kong concludes search after deadly tower fire kills 94. Three construction officials arrested for using flammable materials. Latest updates on the tragedy.
Ghaziabad Police files FIR against 21 Booth Level Officers for negligence in Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. Only 30% work completed despite 28 lakh voters.
Chandigarh High Court upholds negligence finding against Haryana government in 1999 case after 25-year legal battle. Landmark judgment highlights accountability in public service.
Massive Hong Kong fire claims 65 lives, leaves 300 missing. Construction firm negligence suspected. President Xi orders all-out rescue efforts. Read complete coverage.
Ghaziabad authorities take strict action against 21 Block Level Officers for negligence in Special Immunization Round work. Investigation reveals serious lapses in polio vaccination drive.
Former CM Bhupinder Hooda blames BJP govt negligence for deaths of national-level players Hardik & Aman in Rohtak. Congress demands investigation & compensation. Read shocking details.
Three people arrested following a major fire at a Hong Kong apartment complex on suspicion of gross negligence. The cause of the blaze remains under investigation. Read for the latest updates.
Former Haryana CM Bhupinder Singh Hooda accuses state government of negligence leading to athletes' deaths. Demands justice and improved sports facilities.
Two young basketball players died when a dilapidated pole collapsed in Haryana. Congress demands high-level investigation and action against negligence.
Deccan Herald's powerful editorial cartoon exposes government negligence and work inefficiency. See how visual satire reveals systemic failures in public service delivery.