Health
Haryana to Upgrade Newborn Care Units to Mother‑Newborn Units by Nov 1
The Haryana government will convert all Special Newborn Care Units into Mother‑Newborn Care Units by 1 November, aiming for integrated care of mothers and infants.
23 Aug 2026
The New Indian Express publishes feature “Differently capable”
The New Indian Express has released a new feature titled “Differently capable”.
23 Aug 2026
Sikkim Faces Growing Fertility Crisis as Birth Rates Plummet
Sikkim's authorities warn of a severe decline in births, describing it as a fertility crisis.
23 Aug 2026
239 Medicines Fail Quality Tests, 83 Made in Himachal Declared Substandard
A recent quality assessment reported that 239 pharmaceutical products did not meet standards, with 83 of them manufactured in Himachal Pradesh classified as substandard.
23 Aug 2026
Waterborne disease cases spike at district hospital, officials say
Health authorities report a sharp increase in patients with waterborne illnesses admitted to the district hospital.
23 Aug 2026
Governor launches Pal’s new book on Yoga
The state governor officially released Pal’s newly authored book on Yoga, underscoring its blend of traditional practice and contemporary health insights.
23 Aug 2026
Delhi sees surge in swine flu cases, govt advises masks and medical check‑ups
Health officials report a rise in swine flu infections in Delhi and have urged residents to wear masks, avoid crowded places and consult doctors promptly.
23 Aug 2026
Health Ministry bans sale of common cold medicines to children under four
The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has issued new guidelines prohibiting the distribution of certain over‑the‑counter cold medicines for children below four years of age.
22 Aug 2026
Explosion at Telangana pharmaceutical unit kills 2, injures 9
An explosion at a pharmaceutical manufacturing unit in Telangana left two people dead and nine injured, prompting a swift emergency response.
22 Aug 2026
Worms Found in Mid‑Day Meal Plates at 75 Bihar Schools, Children Reject Food
Live worms were discovered in plates served under the Mid‑Day Meal scheme at 75 Bihar schools, leading pupils to discard their meals.
22 Aug 2026
કેન્દ્ર સરકારનો મોટો નિર્ણય: 4 વર્ષથી નાના બાળકો માટે કફ અને કોલ્ડ સિરપ પર પ્રતિબંધ
કેન્દ્રીય સ્વાસ્થ્ય મંત્રાલયે 4 વર્ષથી ઓછી વયના બાળકો માટે શરદી અને ઉધરસની ચોક્કસ દવાઓના વેચાણ અને વિતરણ પર પ્રતિબંધ મૂક્યો છે.
22 Aug 2026
FDA Jammu & Kashmir Inspects 198 Sites, Collects 178 Milk Samples Across the UT
The Jammu and Kashmir Food and Drug Administration carried out 198 inspections and gathered 178 milk samples from various locations across the union territory to assess quality and safety.
22 Aug 2026