Health

Newborn Dies During Delivery at Jalandhar Government Hospital

A baby died during childbirth at a government hospital in Jalandhar, Punjab, raising concerns over maternity care standards. Hospital officials have yet to release details.

17 Aug 2026

Maharashtra Medical Council Adds Five New Members, One Seat Still Vacant

The Maharashtra Medical Council has confirmed the appointment of five new members, while one position remains unfilled.

17 Aug 2026

મહીસાગર જિલ્લા કલેક્ટર દ્વારા GBS શંકાસ્પદ કેસો બાદ શાળાઓ અને બાળ સંભાળ કેન્દ્રોની મુલાકાત

મહીસાગર જિલ્લામાં ગિલેન-બારી સિન્ડ્રોમ (GBS) ના શંકાસ્પદ કેસો સામે આવ્યા બાદ, જિલ્લા કલેક્ટર સુશ્રી અર્પિત સાગરે અસરગ્રસ્ત વિસ્તારોની મુલાકાત લઈને બાળકોને અપાતા ભોજનની ગુણવત્તા ચકાસી હતી.

17 Aug 2026

Maharashtra FDA Chief Urges Citizens to Prioritise Health Over Taste on Independence Day

On India's Independence Day, Maharashtra FDA Chief Tukaram Mundhe urged people to choose health over taste, emphasizing the importance of nutritious food for a stronger nation.

17 Aug 2026

Mohali Hospital Conducts Blood Tests Amidst Filth

The Phase 6 district hospital in Mohali is conducting blood tests in unhygienic conditions. The hospital's laboratory is plagued by filth and uncleanliness.

17 Aug 2026

Woman Dies From Snake Bite

A woman named Anjali Devi died due to a snake bite in Siwan, Bihar. Her family and villagers protested at the community health center.

17 Aug 2026

Sikkim Opens First Organ Transplant Centre on Independence Day

Sikkim inaugurated its first organ transplantation centre on 15 August, marking a significant step in the state's healthcare services.

17 Aug 2026

TIMS Sanathnagar Inaugurated

The Telangana Institute of Medical Sciences (TIMS) Sanathnagar is set to be inaugurated today. This marks a significant development in the state's healthcare infrastructure.

17 Aug 2026

Andhra Junior Doctors Announce Emergency Service Boycott Starting Today

Junior doctors in Andhra Pradesh have announced a boycott of emergency services effective today, citing grievances over working conditions.

17 Aug 2026

India To Introduce Single License For Doctors

The Indian government is set to introduce a single license for doctors across the country, a move aimed at standardizing medical practice. This initiative will enable doctors to practice anywhere in India with a single license.

17 Aug 2026

Maharashtra FDA Targets Surrogate Ads

The Maharashtra FDA has launched a crackdown on surrogate advertising, a practice where companies promote their banned products through indirect means. This move is part of a broader effort to curb the promotion of harmful products.

17 Aug 2026

American Tourist Shocked by Free Treatment at Rural Odisha Hospital

An American tourist received free medical care at a government hospital in rural Odisha, expressing surprise at not being charged any fee.

17 Aug 2026