The National Botanical Research Institute in Lucknow has unveiled a new gladiolus variety named 'NBRI-Pushpangadan' in tribute to its former director, the late Padma Shri awardee Palpu Pushpangadan, during its annual flower show.
Thousands in Kolkata suffer from cough, fever, and sore throat due to viral infections triggered by temperature fluctuations. Doctors warn of continued spread until weather stabilizes.
A 70-year-old rickshaw puller in Odisha cycled 300 km from Sambalpur to Cuttack in bone-chilling cold to get his wife medical care, highlighting healthcare access issues for the poor.
Preeti Unhale marks 25 years post-heart transplant, becoming India's longest-living survivor. Her journey highlights medical advances and the critical role of donor awareness in saving lives.
Mandatory annual medical examinations for Telangana State Road Transport Corporation drivers remain suspended since April 2024, sparking serious passenger safety and employee welfare concerns across Hyderabad and the state.
Madurai traffic police and Vasan Eye Care Hospital organized a free eye screening camp for 250 police officers, public, and commercial vehicle drivers during National Road Safety Month.
A 70-year-old rickshaw-puller from Odisha cycled 300km to Cuttack hospital with his stroke-stricken wife due to lack of funds, showcasing healthcare access challenges and spousal devotion.
Karnataka's zoological parks are grappling with a critical shortage of veterinarians, severely impacting animal healthcare and conservation efforts across the state.
A coordinated inter-state medical operation created a green corridor to transport organs from a brain-dead donor in Uttarakhand to five patients across Delhi, Chandigarh, and Rishikesh, showcasing India's organ donation system.
A two-month pregnant woman, Jyoti, died from injuries sustained in a road accident that killed her husband Arun two days earlier in Hazaribag. The couple was heading to an exam center when a speeding truck hit their bike.
Residents near Dharmasthala were alarmed by a strange aerial object with foreign markings, later confirmed by IMD as a routine meteorological instrument used for weather data collection.
ICMR hands over two Mobile Stroke Units to Assam, enabling hospital-level stroke treatment at patients' doorsteps in remote areas, cutting treatment time from 24 hours to 2 hours.
Following two Nipah virus cases in West Bengal, bats at Kolkata's Alipore Zoo undergo RT-PCR testing. Learn how Nipah spreads from bats to humans, symptoms, and precautions.
A Mumbai cardiologist clarifies whether blood pressure medications should be discontinued once readings normalize, explaining the risks and proper management.
In response to Nipah virus concerns, RT-PCR tests have been conducted on bats at Kolkata's Alipore Zoo. Authorities are taking preventive measures to ensure public safety and monitor potential zoonotic threats in the region.
An Illinois couple shares their heartbreaking journey as both their children battle Sanfilippo syndrome, a rare genetic disorder often called childhood dementia. Medical experts explain the causes, symptoms, and current treatment landscape.
A prehistoric viper discovered in Greece, Laophis crotaloides, weighed 57 pounds, making it three times heavier than modern king cobras and the heaviest venomous snake ever identified.
New Delhi experiences a bright winter day with clear skies and comfortable afternoon temperatures. However, severe air pollution from yesterday persists, making masks advisable despite sunny conditions.
Punjab's Chief Minister Health Scheme promises quality medical treatment for economically disadvantaged citizens, as announced by Minister Balkar Singh Mundian in Ludhiana.
At least 17 of 167 drugs flagged as NSQ by CDSCO are circulating in Telangana, with 5 repeatedly sold despite quality failures. Experts warn of serious health risks.
The Indian Council of Agricultural Research highlights how the VB-G-RAM-G Act can enhance climate-resilient farming through genetic resources and biodiversity conservation.
A 45-year-old software engineer from Kerala died in Chennai after complaining of suffocation. Police suspect bed bug repellent tablets placed under his pillow may have caused the fatal reaction.
Three stone quarries in Mumbai Metropolitan Region continue operations based on environmental clearances granted over two decades ago, raising concerns about outdated pollution norms in today's severe air quality crisis.
Private hospitals in Bengaluru reveal that 30-33% of bone marrow transplants involve children suffering from thalassaemia, relapsed leukaemia, and aplastic anaemia, highlighting a significant pediatric healthcare challenge.
Three out of 13 transgender individuals arrested in Prayagraj and lodged at Pratapgarh district jail have tested positive for HIV. Jail authorities confirm treatment initiation through ART center protocols.
A 17-year-old Class 12 student in Bijnor's Bhaguwala village died after inhaling toxic fumes from a gas geyser in her bathroom. The incident highlights ventilation safety concerns.
Punjab's Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana, offering free cashless medical treatment up to Rs 10 lakh per family, begins registration in Sunam assembly segment. Health cards to cover 65 lakh families across the state.
A 26-year-old newly married woman in Kalaburagi died by suicide after struggling with village life. Anasuya Avinash Aakade, who previously worked in Bengaluru, reportedly took her own life due to unfulfilled urban aspirations.
A farmer in Harogoppa village was brutally attacked by a sloth bear while working in his field before dawn. The incident highlights ongoing safety concerns for farmers in wildlife-prone areas.
Medical experts reveal that back pain, not insomnia, is a primary cause of sleep disturbances in older men. Untreated musculoskeletal issues create a vicious cycle affecting overall health.