Health
Family Carries Deceased on Shoulders After Ambulance Unavailable in Sarai, MP
A young man who died while receiving treatment after a road accident left his relatives scrambling for transport, as no ambulance was available and they had to hire a private vehicle and later carry the body on their shoulders.
20 Aug 2026
Mizoram’s only medical college completes first successful open‑heart surgery
The Government Medical College in Aizawl performed its inaugural open‑heart operation, marking a milestone for Mizoram’s healthcare.
20 Aug 2026
Four Die After Consuming Toxic Liquor in Bhavnagar, Gujarat
Four people were found dead after drinking contaminated liquor in Bhavnagar, Gujarat, officials said.
20 Aug 2026
One in Four Adolescents in Central Delhi Found Sleep‑Deprived, Study Shows
A recent study reports that 25% of adolescents residing in Central Delhi are not getting sufficient sleep.
20 Aug 2026
Pregnant Woman Dies on Boat While En Route to Hospital Due to Missing Bridge in Chhattisgarh
A pregnant woman succumbed to complications while being ferried on a boat to a hospital after a missing bridge delayed ambulance access in Chhattisgarh.
20 Aug 2026
Himalayan Kilmora Berry Offers New Hope in Blood Cancer Treatment
Researchers highlight the potential of the Himalayan Kilmora berry as a promising agent against blood cancers.
20 Aug 2026
Haryana to Deploy AI for Comprehensive Public Health System Revamp
The Haryana government announced plans to integrate artificial intelligence into its public healthcare network, aiming to improve service delivery and disease monitoring.
20 Aug 2026
Shahdol Administration Ends Byahri Hospital Protest After Promising New Health Facilities
The hunger strike at Byahri Hospital in Shahdol was called off after the administration gave written assurances, promising to recruit a gynecologist, start free ultrasound and dialysis services.
20 Aug 2026
Maharashtra declares snakebite deaths a notifiable disease after Gadchiroli school tragedy
Following the fatal snakebite incident that claimed three lives among six schoolgirls at a tribal ashram in Japtalai, Gadchiroli, the state health minister announced that snakebite deaths will now be recorded as a notifiable disease.
20 Aug 2026
Rajasthan probes black‑market leak of government‑supplied cancer drugs
The Rajasthan Medical Services Commission (RMSCL) has ordered a probe into how government‑provided cancer medication reached the black market, questioning hospitals and medical colleges responsible for its distribution.
20 Aug 2026
RMSCL to Probe Rajasthan Cancer Drug Supply After Black‑Market Leak
The Rajasthan Medical Services Commission (RMSCL) will examine the entire supply chain of government‑provided cancer medication after it was found in the black market, questioning hospitals and medical colleges about their record‑keeping.
20 Aug 2026
Only 9 disability categories in Census 2027 form, rights groups demand all 21
The draft Census 2027 questionnaire lists nine disability categories, while advocacy groups are urging the government to include all 21 recognized types.
20 Aug 2026