Ludhiana dog bite cases soar to 13,728 in 2025
Ludhiana's dog bite cases reached a six-year high of 13,728 in 2025, with Khanna seeing a 29% surge. Doctors stockpile vaccines as residents demand municipal action on the stray dog menace.
Category : Health
Kanpur FSDA Meeting Focuses on Fake Drugs, Food Safety
Kanpur DM orders strict action against counterfeit drugs & adulterated food. 192 of 5250 food samples failed tests in FY 2025-26. Hygiene ratings given to 409 establishments.
UP's FSDA Launches Major Food Safety Drive for Magh Mela
UP's FSDA deploys 5 mobile labs & 24x7 camp to ensure safe, hygienic food for lakhs of pilgrims at Prayagraj's Magh Mela. Read about the comprehensive action plan.
Goa temple fair bans gobi manchurian, tandoori chicken
The annual Bodgeshwar temple fair in Mapusa, Goa, has banned the sale of gobi manchurian and tandoori chicken due to serious hygiene concerns. Read about the committee's decision and the allowed local food stalls.
Electrical Short Circuits: 2nd Leading Cause of Telangana Fires
Electrical short circuits caused 2,226 fires in Telangana this year, exposing risks from aging wiring and lax safety norms. Experts warn of Hyderabad's unique urban mix as a key vulnerability. Read more.
Delhi AQI improves, GRAP III curbs lifted
Delhi's air quality improved to AQI 236, leading to the revocation of GRAP Stage III restrictions. However, IMD warns of fog and a likely return to 'Very Poor' air from Sunday. Read the full forecast.
Telangana Teaching Doctors Seek Clearance of Financial Dues
TTGDA urges Telangana govt to clear long-standing dues for teaching doctors, including UGC PRC arrears from 2016 and DA arrears. Pending CPS credits add to financial strain.
Kanpur Fog Alert: Cold Wave to Grip City Until Jan 4
IMD forecasts dense fog and cold wave conditions in Kanpur division until January 4. Visibility drops to zero, impacting travel and health. Stay updated.
Type 1 Diabetes Teen Cuts Insulin Dose at Patanjali
Khushi Saini, 19, from Ludhiana, saw her daily insulin requirement drop dramatically after a holistic program at Patanjali Wellness, Haridwar. Discover her journey integrating yoga and Ayurveda.
Alibaba's AI Detects Pancreatic Cancer Early in Trial
An AI tool named PANDA, developed by Alibaba, is detecting early-stage pancreatic cancer from routine scans in China. Learn how this breakthrough saved a patient and its potential for India.
53 New Year Babies Born in Chandigarh Hospitals
Chandigarh's public hospitals welcomed 53 newborns on Jan 1, 2026, showcasing a near-perfect gender balance. Discover the heartwarming statistics and stories behind the city's first citizens of the year.
Trump's High-Dose Aspirin Routine Raises Medical Concerns
Donald Trump reveals taking 325mg aspirin daily for 25 years. Doctors warn of risks as India grapples with heart disease. Learn the science behind safe aspirin use.
Indore water contamination kills 10, officials suspended
A diarrhoea outbreak in Indore's Bhagirathpura claims 10 lives, sparking a major political blame game. Municipal commissioner removed, officials suspended. Details inside.
Nashik: Unqualified couple booked for illegal skin clinic
Sarkarwada police register a case against a Nashik couple for operating an unlicensed skin care clinic on College Road. The clinic was run without medical qualifications or permissions. Read the full details.
Food Test Delays Hit 4 Months in Telangana's Sole Lab
Telangana's lone food testing lab in Nacharam faces severe delays, processing 600 daily samples for two states. Staff shortage post-bifurcation cripples efficiency. Read about the crisis and proposed solutions.
Weight-loss drugs poised for takeoff, cancer care expands in 2026
GLP-1 weight-loss drugs, despite limited uptake, topped India's pharma sales by value in 2025. With generics and new approvals coming, 2026 promises wider access. Plus, government plans 200+ Day Care Cancer Centres. Read the full analysis.
Indore Water Contamination: Senior Officials Axed After 10 Deaths
Madhya Pradesh government sacks IMC chairman, suspends officials after contaminated water kills 10 in Indore. Over 200 hospitalised. New directives issued for water safety.
PMCH Orthopaedics Head Dr Rakesh Chaudhary Gets LNJPN Charge
Dr Rakesh Chaudhary, head of orthopaedics at Patna Medical College, assumes additional role as director of Loknayak Jayaprakash Narayan Super Specialty Hospital. Read about his new responsibilities.
Boy, 4, drowns in open drainage pit in Namakkal
A four-year-old boy drowned in an uncovered drainage pit in Namakkal on New Year's evening. The corporation has issued a notice to the contractor, and the family has been granted compensation.
CM Health Insurance Scheme Registrations From Jan 15
Amritsar residents can register for the Chief Minister's health insurance scheme from January 15. The scheme provides free treatment up to Rs 5 lakh. Learn how to enroll.
5 Healthy Tiffin Ideas for Monday to Friday
Struggling with lunchbox ideas? Nutritionists share 5 balanced tiffin recipes from Monday to Friday, packed with protein, fibre & good fats to fuel your day. Make lunchtime exciting!
Indore water contamination deaths expose civic collapse
Indore's water contamination crisis claims 8 lives, strains health system. Over 66,000 screened as sewage leak into pipes triggers a deluge of patients. Read the full investigation.
Saturn 2026 Yearly Horoscope: Discipline & Karmic Lessons
Discover how Saturn's transit through Uttara Bhadrapada & Revati in 2026 will bring discipline, karmic results, and maturity. Get your zodiac-wise forecast and remedies for a transformative year.
Jaipur JMC fines vendors ₹2 lakh in tobacco crackdown
Jaipur Municipal Corporation launches a major drive against tobacco sales near schools, confiscates products and issues warnings. Read about the new enforcement rules.
New Cath Lab at RMLIMS to Reduce Heart Procedure Wait Times
A new cardiac catheterisation lab at Lucknow's RMLIMS promises faster treatment. Deputy CM Brajesh Pathak announced more equipment to modernise cardiac care. Read how this upgrade impacts patients.
Autistic Teens Run Vadodara Cafe, Gain Financial Independence
In Vadodara, a unique café run by autistic teenagers is transforming lives. Led by educator Lata Iyer, the initiative teaches culinary skills, fostering independence and hope for families. Discover their inspiring journey.
Captive Elephant Dies at Nettoor Temple Festival in Kochi
A 55-year-old captive elephant named Nellikattu Mahadevan died in Kochi's Nettoor temple. The elephant was deemed unfit for the parade. Read about the incident and the ongoing investigation.
Shocking toilet flush study reveals lid's limited protection
A new study reveals flushing toilets sprays invisible particles. Closing the lid helps but isn't a complete shield. Learn essential hygiene habits for your bathroom.
Kochi Woman Dies After Childbirth, Family Alleges Negligence
A 30-year-old woman died days after delivering her second child at a private hospital in North Paravur. Her family alleges medical negligence and severe bleeding. Police have registered a case of unnatural death.
First Heart Transplant at Kerala District Hospital Saves Life
A 22-year-old Nepali woman's condition improves after a historic heart transplant at Kochi's Ernakulam General Hospital, the first such surgery at a district-level government facility in India.
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