PGI Chandigarh contract workers' Joint Action Committee announces indefinite hunger strike from Dec 23 over unpaid wage arrears of Rs 90 crore. Read about their demands and the administration's alleged breach of assurances.
Panchkula's air quality plunges to 'Very Poor' levels, ranking 4th nationally. Residents blame open burning and poor waste management. Health risks escalate.
VP Radhakrishnan champions meditation for nation-building at Hyderabad's World Meditation Day. Over 30,000 attended, 1 million joined online. Discover how inner peace fuels Viksit Bharat.
District Immunization Officer Dr Harpreet Singh conducted a surprise audit of maternal & child healthcare services in Ayali Khurd. The inspection focused on immunization, nutrition, and patient care standards.
India's food safety regulator FSSAI firmly states eggs are safe, dismissing unscientific cancer links. Get the facts on nitrofuran residues and official safety standards here.
An 85-year-old woman and her infant granddaughter died in Gaya due to suspected suffocation from fire pots. The baby's mother is hospitalized. Police investigation is ongoing.
Bengaluru's Pulse Polio drive achieved 95% coverage, vaccinating 10.7 lakh children. However, 57,854 kids remain unvaccinated, primarily in West and North zones. Read the full report.
Karnataka's health department directs districts to prepare for a projected rise in seasonal influenza cases from Jan-Mar 2026. Guidelines include enhanced surveillance, testing, and stockpiling of essential supplies.
After 11 accidents in a month, experts in Cuttack push for radium safety tapes on stray cattle to combat fog-related road risks. A simple, low-cost solution to save lives.
IMD Patna issues orange alert for 26 Bihar districts as cold day conditions worsen. Gaya records lowest temp at 8°C. Dense fog disrupts travel; relief measures activated.
AIIMS Gorakhpur study shows TrueNat detects TB in 13.7% of samples vs 4.3% by smear microscopy. Experts call for wider molecular testing to achieve India's TB elimination goal.
A massive cycle rally was held at Banaras Locomotive Works to mark the first anniversary of the 'Sunday on Cycle' campaign, promoting fitness and cycling as a daily habit. Join the movement for a healthier India!
Madhya Pradesh police intensify crackdown on illegal blood trade after thalassaemia patients contract HIV. Five arrests made under new BNS laws. Read the full story.
AIIMS Raipur launches AUSHADHI-ER, a web-based system to ensure drug availability in emergencies. This innovation aims to streamline operations and enhance patient safety. Read more about this digital health breakthrough.
NGT issues notices to Odisha authorities over a micro composting centre in a Bhubaneswar residential area, citing health and rule violations. Next hearing in February 2026.
Ramgarh administration urges villagers to burn red chilli to repel elephants after six trampling deaths. Quick Response Teams and village vigilantes are on high alert.
Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel urged turning yoga & meditation into a mass movement for a healthy society at a World Meditation Day event in Gandhinagar, where yoga trainers were certified.
A gas leak explosion in an Andheri East chawl left three severely injured, including a woman with over 95% burns. Read the full details of the incident and the victims' condition.
Chandigarh administration grants environment clearance for PGIMER's state-of-the-art critical care block. The ₹200-crore project, monitored by PMO, will feature 184 beds and advanced medical facilities. Read more.
As billions prepare for World Meditation Day, neuroscience and ancient Vedic knowledge converge to reveal why inner stillness is a biological necessity, not a luxury, for our overstimulated brains.
Experts at Respican-25 warn of increasing respiratory diseases in Jharkhand driven by tobacco use and pollution. Learn about the key findings and health risks.
A viral video shows a family planning surgery conducted under mobile torchlight in Hazaribag's CHC, exposing power failures and triggering a political blame game. Authorities investigate.
Jharkhand Health Minister Irfan Ansari announces a Rs 15 crore plan to procure four mortuary vehicles for each Sadar Hospital within a month. This follows the Chaibasa incident where a father carried his infant's body in a bag. The minister clarifies the
Ranchi faces a public health crisis as numerous meat shops flout hygiene laws, slaughtering animals in the open. The Jharkhand High Court has ordered immediate action. Read more.
As Dehradun's air quality index hovers near 300, residents demand more monitoring stations, arguing the sole station at Doon University doesn't reflect city centre reality. Experts warn of severe pollution.
A 5-year Delhi study reveals men's lungs receive up to 1.4 times higher pollution doses than women. PM2.5 levels in industrial areas pose severe health risks. Urgent interventions needed.
Andhra Pradesh's Pulse Polio drive vaccinated 40 lakh children under five. Health Minister Satya Kumar Yadav leads the push for a polio-free state. Read about the door-to-door campaign.
New research reveals RSV is not just a cold but a serious threat to heart health, causing heart attacks & failure. Learn symptoms and prevention for at-risk adults.
District Minister Satish Jarkiholi launched the pulse polio drive in Belagavi, emphasizing India's polio-free status since 2011. Learn why vaccination remains crucial for child health and development.
Karnataka Slum Development Board President launches Pulse Polio drive in Hubballi. Over 2 lakh children in the district to be vaccinated. Officials warn against vaccine misinformation.