Category : Diseases


Ugtha Disease Strikes Bhilwara Gram Crop, Scientists to Survey

Agriculture scientists in Bhilwara district will survey farms affected by Ugtha disease, which causes root drying in gram crops. The disease has impacted 98,000 hectares, with farmers reporting significant losses and seeking government assistance.

ICFRE-BRC Aizawl Launches Green Skills Training Program

The Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education-Bamboo & Rattan Centre in Aizawl has initiated a two-day training program on composting and beekeeping for 20 participants, focusing on sustainable livelihoods and environmental practices.

Five Drown in Odisha After Holi Celebrations

Tragedy struck in Odisha as five individuals drowned while bathing in rivers and a pond across three districts following Holi festivities. The victims, aged 22 to 38, were identified from Kendrapada, Jagatsinghpur, and Jajpur districts.

Mangaluru Men Embrace Fertility Testing, Challenging Myths

A growing number of men in Mangaluru are proactively undergoing fertility tests, marking a significant shift in awareness as male factors contribute to 35-40% of infertility cases. Experts cite increased health consciousness and digital awareness.

Kolkata Sees Surge in Post-Holi Hospitalizations

Kolkata hospitals report sharp rise in patients with diarrhoea, vomiting, eye injuries, and trauma after Holi celebrations. Doctors cite binge eating, drinking, and toxic colors as primary causes.

Negligence Deaths Expose India's Public Safety Crisis

A series of tragic incidents across Indian cities highlights a growing public safety crisis due to negligence in civic administration, corporate responsibility, and regulatory oversight, claiming lives and sparking calls for systemic reform.

Thalassemia Patients Seek Job Quotas Under Disabilities Act

Thalassemia patients in Karnataka are advocating for job reservations under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, citing health challenges and discrimination. The movement gains momentum with support from activists and legal experts.

Six Drown in Hooghly River After Holi in Kolkata

Tragedy struck after Holi celebrations in Kolkata as six individuals drowned in separate incidents at Bhatpara and Shovabazar Ghats. A heroic rescue attempt by a student ended in tragedy, while search operations continue for missing victims.

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