Indore's Deaf-Mute Residents Plead for Safe Water
In Indore's Bhagirathpura, six speech and hearing-impaired residents appeal for urgent help as contaminated tap water triggers a public health nightmare. Their fight is for dignity and survival.
Category : Public Health
Contaminated Water in Greater Noida Makes Residents Ill
Dozens fall ill in Greater Noida's Gaur City due to contaminated tap water. Authorities launch probe as residents demand accountability and safe supply. Read more.
Rabid Dog Bites 40+ in Ujjain, Dies After Capture
A stray dog attacked over 40 people in Ujjain's Mahidpur area before being caught. Victims received anti-rabies shots. Learn about the rising cases of dog bites in the district.
UP Reduces Ayushman Bharat Pending Claims Drastically
Uttar Pradesh's Ayushman Bharat pendency dropped from over 10 lakh to 3 lakh claims in 2025. The state disbursed ₹4,649 crore to hospitals. Read how reforms accelerated the settlement process.
Leptospira Found in Vembanad Lake, Floods Increase Risk
New research reveals dangerous Leptospira bacteria in Kerala's Vembanad Lake. Flooding and urban sprawl raise outbreak risks. Learn about the critical findings and needed public health actions.
MP Calls for Public Role in Water Safety After Indore Crisis
Following the Indore water contamination tragedy, BJP MP Gyaneshwar Patil urges citizens to report issues proactively. Learn about the call for public accountability and PM Modi's 'Har Ghar Nal' vision.
Haryana orders live CCTV in ICUs for Ayushman Bharat claims
Haryana govt directs Ayushman Bharat hospitals to install live CCTV in ICUs & HDUs for claim verification. IMA raises patient privacy & ethics concerns. Details inside.
Leptospirosis Deaths Surge in Kochi, 43 Fatalities in 2025
Ernakulam district reports a sharp rise in leptospirosis deaths, from 23 in 2024 to 43 in 2025. Health officials cite poor prophylaxis intake and new symptoms. Learn the critical signs and urgent prevention steps.
Hemophilia Patients in Kerala Denied Home Medication
Kerala's health department informs SHRC that a program to distribute life-saving hemophilia drugs at home lacks government approval, leaving over 120 patients in Kollam vulnerable.
Kerala CM: Don't Hide Breast Cancer, Confront It Directly
Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan launched a breast cancer awareness drive, stressing early detection. The state offers free screening and treatment. Learn about the govt's cancer control initiatives.
104 Ambulance Services Halt in Jaipur, Pregnant Women Affected
Following contract expiry, 104 Janani Express ambulances stop operations in Rajasthan, severely impacting pregnant women. Health dept redirects calls to 108 service. Read about the crisis and govt response.
Mohali starts home-based palliative care pilot project
Mohali district health authorities launch a one-year pilot project for home-based palliative care, aiming to provide doorstep support to chronically ill patients. Learn about the services and impact.
India Plans OTC Antibiotics Ban to Curb AMR Crisis
India's drug regulator proposes a major overhaul, including a ban on OTC antibiotic sales and an R&D push, to tackle antimicrobial resistance causing 267,000 deaths annually. Read the full plan.
NHRC notice to Gujarat over Gandhinagar typhoid outbreak
The NHRC has issued a notice to Gujarat over a typhoid outbreak in Gandhinagar linked to contaminated water. The state must submit a report within two weeks. Read for details.
Punjab's Digital Plan to Improve Maternal, Child Emergency Care
Punjab mandates digital groups in all districts for faster maternal & child health referrals. Aim: reduce high maternal mortality ratio from 90 to below 72 by 2026.
Congress seeks SC probe into Indore contaminated water deaths
Congress demands Supreme Court-level investigation into deaths from contaminated water in Indore's Bhagirathpura. Party accuses BJP government of failure in providing safe drinking water.
Chennai's Saidapet Slaughterhouse Modernised for ₹20.19 Cr
Chennai's GCC launches a ₹20.19 crore modernisation of the Saidapet slaughterhouse, promising safer meat, better sanitation, and odour control by November. Read more about the new public health initiative.
Nagpur village water contamination scare under control
Dhalgaon Khairi village in Nagpur returns to normal after a water pipeline leak sparked health fears. Health officials confirm only 11 cases, no outbreak. Read the full story.
Ahmedabad's Rs 300 Cr Water Pipeline Plan After Contamination Scare
Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation launches a Rs 300 crore project to replace pipelines in 26 high-risk zones, mandates chlorine for water suppliers after recent contamination crises. Learn about the comprehensive plan to combat waterborne diseases.
Ludhiana: Illegal MTP Kit Sales Trigger Health Dept Raid
Punjab health department's special drive in Ludhiana finds three firms illegally stocking MTP kits. Show-cause notices issued, strict legal action promised. Read more.
Illegal Dog Sterilisation in Tarn Taran Raises Alarm
An unauthorised animal birth control camp in Tarn Taran, Punjab, has sparked controversy. Residents allege inhumane treatment of stray dogs, raising serious concerns about animal welfare and public health.
10 Bengaluru Maternity Hospitals Closed, Hit Poor Mothers
Closure of 10 GBA maternity hospitals in Bengaluru for renovation leaves thousands struggling for affordable maternal care. Low-income families face high private costs.
Leptospirosis Deaths Double in Kochi's Ernakulam in 2025
Ernakulam reports a sharp rise in leptospirosis deaths, with 43 fatalities in 2025 versus 23 in 2024. Health officials cite poor prophylaxis intake and new symptoms. Urgent medical follow-up advised.
India's Lung Cancer Burden to Surge, NE Worst Hit: Study
A national study warns India's lung cancer cases will rise sharply by 2030, with the North-East as the epicentre and women most at risk. Learn about the shifting disease profile and key drivers like air pollution.
Pradhan Alarmed by Severe AQI in Odisha's Angul-Talcher Belt
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan intervenes over alarming air pollution in Odisha's Angul-Talcher. He writes to ministers, proposes strict measures for a long-term solution. Read more.
Garhwal Women Ban Alcohol, Impose Rs 1 Lakh Fine
Women in Garhwal villages impose a total ban on alcohol sale & use, with fines up to Rs 1 lakh and social boycott to combat addiction and protect families' future. Read more.
Pune road deaths down 15%, but vulnerable users at high risk
Pune sees a 15% drop in road fatalities to 290 in 2025. However, pedestrians and two-wheeler riders make up 90% of deaths, with hit-and-run cases accounting for 54% of fatal crashes. Key safety measures outlined.
Odisha Doctors End OPD Strike After Health Minister's Assurances
Doctors in Odisha's state-run hospitals have suspended their OPD strike after Health Minister Mukesh Mahaling promised to address their demands. The strike, which lasted weeks, caused significant patient inconvenience.
Delhi HC Questions Absence of Basic MRI Services in Govt Hospitals
Delhi High Court demands answers from Health Secretary over missing radiological services in government hospitals. Court orders detailed report on functional MRI, CT scan facilities. Read the full story.
Trichy's Teen Pregnancy Crisis: 834 Cases in 8 Months
Trichy reports 834 teenage pregnancies between April-Nov 2025, nearing 1000 cases. Experts blame child marriage and lack of awareness. Learn about the health risks and calls for action.
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