Health

Delhi’s AQI Surpasses 370 on Second Day of Diwali as Air Quality Deteriorates Sharply

Air quality in Delhi plummeted on the second day of Diwali, with the AQI climbing beyond 370 into the ‘very severe’ range as dense fog enveloped the city.

Delhi Faces 'Very Poor' Air Quality Index After Diwali Celebrations

Delhi's air quality index dropped to 'very poor' levels after Diwali celebrations, raising concerns about health risks for residents.

Child dies, 269 injured in burn incidents across Tamil Nadu during Deepavali

At least one child was killed and 269 people received treatment for burns as fire‑related accidents surged during Deepavali celebrations in Tamil Nadu.

मुरबाडकरांचा मुंबई-ठाण्याचा फेरा चुकणार! आमदार किसन कथोरे यांच्या हस्ते अत्याधुनिक 'डायग्नोस्टिक सेंटर'चे भव्य लोकार्पण!

India's Toxic Air: Air Pollution Costs Economy ₹20 Lakh Crore Annually

India's air pollution, dominated by PM2.5 particles, is projected to inflict an annual economic loss of about ₹20 lakh crore, according to Aaj Tak.

Delhi's Air Quality Surpasses WHO Safe Limit by 50‑Fold Amid Deepavali Firecracker Ban Violation

On Deepavali, parts of Delhi recorded air pollution levels more than 50 times the World Health Organization's safe limit as many residents continued to set off firecrackers despite the ban.

Delhi's AQI surges past 400 after Diwali fireworks

Following the Diwali celebrations, Delhi's air quality index reached 413 at 1 a.m., according to the CPCB, indicating hazardous pollution levels.

Indore's Air Quality Plummets After Diwali Fireworks, AQI Hits Hazardous Level

Heavy Diwali fireworks in Indore have turned the city into a smog‑filled zone, pushing the AQI into the hazardous range and causing breathing and eye irritation among residents.

Bihar Officer Expands Free Maternal and Newborn Care for Poor Families

A senior civil servant in Bihar is spearheading efforts to make maternal and newborn health services affordable for low‑income households, according to The New Indian Express.

आंगनबाड़ी बच्चों को बिस्किट खिलाने से स्वास्थ्य पर असर

आज गांव में आंगनबाड़ी के बच्चों को बिस्किट खिलाए गए, जिसके बाद उनके स्वास्थ्य पर असर देखा गया।

AIIMS Jammu to receive advanced facilities, boosting specialised healthcare in J&K

Union Health Minister Dr Jitendra Singh announced that AIIMS Jammu will be equipped with advanced facilities to enhance specialised medical services across Jammu and Kashmir.

Experts Warn of Firecracker Burn Risks Ahead of Himachal Festivals

Health officials in Himachal Pradesh have urged the public to handle fireworks carefully, citing a rise in burn injuries as festivals approach.