IMD predicts above-normal rainfall for Chennai and nearby districts this January, despite a drier forecast for the state's three-month period. Get the full weather outlook and temperature details.
A 24-year-old pregnant woman in Maharashtra's Gadchiroli died after walking 6km through forest due to lack of medical facilities. Her baby also died. Read about the healthcare crisis in remote villages.
Punjab's protocol-driven antenatal care model at Aam Aadmi Clinics has provided free ultrasound tests to over 10,000 women in four months, aiming to reduce high maternal mortality.
A pregnant woman from a remote Gadchiroli village walked 6 km in labour to reach a health centre, only to die after delivery. This tragedy highlights the critical gaps in rural healthcare infrastructure.
Punjab government expands ante-natal services at Aam Aadmi Clinics, offering free scans & tests. Over 10,000 women benefited. Read how this initiative tackles maternal health gaps.
Rajasthan health department orders trained nurses to be posted in labour rooms for 3 years to cut maternal & newborn deaths. New cadre for critical care announced.
India recorded 166 tiger fatalities in 2024, with over 60 occurring outside protected reserves. Discover the causes, state-wise data, and conservation challenges.
Uttarakhand recorded zero rainfall & snowfall in Dec 2024, its driest Dec in 10 years. IMD data shows a 24% post-monsoon deficit. Experts warn of crop & water impact. Read more.
Andhra Pradesh witnessed 25% excess rainfall in the 2025 northeast monsoon, with Nandyal district leading at 67% surplus. IMD data reveals a wet October driven by Cyclone Montha.
December 2025 was India's 5th driest since 1901, with a 69% rainfall deficit. Delhi recorded zero rain, a rare event. IMD cites weak western disturbances and unfavorable MJO. Read for full forecast.
The 2023 North East Monsoon concluded in Tamil Nadu with a 3% rainfall deficit. Key districts faced shortfalls, impacting agriculture. Get the full IMD report and regional analysis here.
India's southern peninsula recorded near-normal northeast monsoon rainfall in 2025, with 283.4 mm, just 3.7% below average. Cyclone Montha boosted October rains. Read the full IMD report.
Punjab government disburses over Rs 26 crore to 69,110 new & expecting mothers via DBT to improve maternal health & reduce mortality. Scheme offers tiered financial support.
Andhra Pradesh's Kilkari programme uses IVRS calls to provide vital health advice to 2.5 lakh pregnant women yearly, aiming to slash maternal and infant mortality rates. Learn how this initiative is transforming maternal care.
RBI's state statistics handbook reveals rising social sector spends mask declining budget shares & hidden disparities. Experts demand better data for real progress. Read more.
India launches first national burn treatment protocol to standardise care, curb 150,000 yearly deaths. Guidelines ban harmful home remedies like ice and toothpaste, stressing running water as first aid.
India reports over 80% drop in malaria, 21% fall in TB, and significant reductions in maternal & child mortality. Health Minister Nadda credits institutional strength and public participation for the success. Read the full report.
India has the world's highest breast cancer mortality rate. With 14 lakh+ new cases in 2023, early detection is key to boosting 98% survival. Learn how AI and tech are changing the fight.
Rajasthan unveils a bold health vision to raise life expectancy from 69.4 to 84 years by 2047. The plan targets maternal & infant mortality, cuts medical costs, and expands infrastructure. Read the full strategy.
Mysuru district achieves a sharp decline in maternal deaths, from 28 in 2024 to just 11 in 2025, thanks to coordinated health interventions. Discover the strategies behind this public health success.
A newborn's death while being transferred from Bharatpur to Jaipur reveals critical gaps in paediatric surgery facilities at district hospitals in Rajasthan. Read more about the urgent need for specialised care.
New research reveals regular daylight exposure syncs your body clock, boosts Vitamin D, and may lower mortality risk. Discover the science-backed benefits of sun for health and longevity.
New research shows the timing of your coffee matters more than quantity. Morning coffee linked to 31% lower cardiovascular death risk and better mood. Find out why.
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.
Bill Gates warns President Trump that deep cuts to US global health aid could reverse progress on child mortality. The Gates Foundation report projects millions of additional deaths if funding drops.
Global cancer mortality rates have fallen significantly in 30 years. Discover how vaccines, AI risk prediction, and new preventive drugs are changing the fight against the disease.
A new report projects a tragic reversal in global child mortality, with 243,000 more under-5 deaths in 2025. Cuts in foreign health aid are a key driver. Read the full analysis.
Gujarat's infant mortality data shows girls have a survival edge over boys, despite societal biases. Experts highlight low birth weight as a key concern. Read the full analysis.
Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao directs officials to intensify awareness campaigns and improve infant care facilities in Mysuru division to combat female foeticide and infant mortality.
Lucknow's KGMU achieves breakthrough in critical care, reducing ICU mortality from 26% to 18% through precision medicine. Learn how genetic profiling saves lives.