One Cigarette's Secondhand Smoke Damages Every Organ
Dr. Kunal Sood reveals secondhand smoke from a single cigarette harms heart, lungs, brain & fertility. No safe level exists. Learn how to protect your family.
Dr. Kunal Sood reveals secondhand smoke from a single cigarette harms heart, lungs, brain & fertility. No safe level exists. Learn how to protect your family.
Nagpur police's intensive two-week blitz in Bajaj Nagar targeted public smoking, illegal liquor, and traffic violations, resulting in 183 COTPA cases and property seizures worth ₹19.16 lakh. Read the full report.
Nagpur police enforce a no-smoking rule on the beautified VNIT-Bajaj Nagar stretch, fining over 100 violators. The move follows resident complaints about public smoking and littering. Read the full story.
A shocking incident in Pakistan's Punjab province sees a mother strangle her teenage daughter to death following a heated argument over smoking. Police investigation underway.
Former Pakistan hockey star Anjum Saeed faces inquiry after being offloaded for smoking during refuelling in Rio. Pakistan Sports Board demands action. Details inside.
A US gastroenterologist warns smoking severely harms the digestive system, raising risks of cancer, ulcers, and liver disease. Learn the hidden dangers beyond lung damage.
As winter worsens breathing, learn how Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) helps India's 267 million tobacco users quit and aids lung cancer patients in pain management. Consult your doctor today.
A Bengaluru man was fined Rs 500 for littering popcorn at Cubbon Park. The incident highlights the city's strict enforcement of cleanliness laws. Read more about the consequences of public littering.
A Bengaluru apartment association's collection of Rs 3.3 lakh as fines in three months sparks a formal police complaint. Details accessed by DH reveal the scale of the issue. Read the full investigation.
Police in Virudhunagar register a CSR after a video of Class 6 boys being beaten by Class 9 students goes viral. The incident, linked to a smoking complaint, is under investigation.
Ahmedabad airport police crack down on a major racket storing banned smoking accessories in Hansol, seizing material worth Rs 72.28 lakh. One trader named as accused. Read more.
Asian Football Confederation imposes a one-season ban and heavy fines on Mohun Bagan Super Giant for withdrawing from AFC Champions League Two. AIFF and FC Goa also fined in separate rulings.
A major ICMR study reveals e-cigarettes increase heart attack risk by 53% and stroke risk significantly. Experts warn nicotine is the real danger, debunking 'harm reduction' myths. Learn why quitting all nicotine is crucial.
Sadashiva Swami of Haveri Hukkerimath led a successful month-long 'Addiction-Free Villages Initiative'. Over 75 villages pledged to quit alcohol, cigarettes & gutka. Read the inspiring story.
Gujarat govt bans sale & storage of rolling papers & smoking accessories statewide. Move aims to tackle health risks & substance abuse among minors. Full details inside.
Bengaluru police mandate undertakings from pubs for New Year, banning smoking, drugs, and crackers. Boards must be displayed prominently. Get the full details here.
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation fines a Sector 15B resident Rs 13,401 for dumping waste in public. MC chief warns against littering, urges citizen cooperation for cleanliness.
Cardiovascular surgeon Dr Jeremy London explains the key habits to avoid after 40 for long-term wellness. Learn about the impact of alcohol, smoking, sleep, and stress on your heart.
Research reveals sitting over 8 hours daily carries mortality risks similar to smoking. Learn the dangers of a sedentary lifestyle and practical strategies to stay healthy.
European Union regulators impose a massive €120 million fine on Elon Musk's X for failing to comply with the Digital Services Act's transparency and safety rules. Full details inside.
The Supreme Court dismissed a plea alleging Arundhati Roy's book cover promoted smoking, stating it's not an advertisement. CJI questioned if the plea was for 'unnecessary publicity'. Read the full details.
Supreme Court rejects plea seeking ban on Arundhati Roy's book for cover depicting her smoking. Bench says court cannot act as 'moral guardian of the nation'. Read the full details.
The NBA has slapped the Cleveland Cavaliers with a $250,000 fine for violating the Player Participation Policy by resting Darius Garland in a nationally televised game. Get the full details on the league's crackdown on load management.
Indian vehicle owners paid Rs 330 crore in fines for missing Pollution Under Control certificates from 2021-2025. Rajasthan tops the list. Discover the new e-detection system.
Karnataka Cabinet approves a strict law to combat social boycott, imposing fines up to Rs 1 lakh and 3 years imprisonment. Learn about the 19 prohibited practices.
A Bengaluru housing society fined tenants Rs 5,000 after two women stayed overnight. The rule targets only bachelors, sparking a viral debate on privacy and discrimination. Read more.
India's CCPA slaps Meesho with a ₹10 lakh fine for allowing sale of uncertified walkie-talkies, the largest such penalty. The action highlights national security risks and e-commerce accountability.
The Academy of Fine Arts, the sole Bengali selection at the 20th Jogja NETPAC Asian Film Festival, received an overwhelming response, with packed halls and emotional audience reactions proving cinema's universal power.
The NBA fined the Philadelphia 76ers $100,000 for incorrectly listing Joel Embiid as 'out' before a game. This is the team's fourth such violation in two years. Read the full analysis.
A Kadamba Transport Corporation electric bus driver was fined for using a mobile phone while driving in Old Goa. The incident highlights a common traffic violation with a Rs 1000 penalty. Read more.