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Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated Prof. Govardhan Das's elevation to NITI Aayog membership with glowing praise for his remarkable life story rooted in perseverance and humility. Posting on X on...
The 'Swasth Nari, Sashakt Parivar Abhiyan' (Healthy Woman, Empowered Family Campaign) will commence in Chhattisgarh, coinciding with National Nutrition Month. The initiative, spearheaded by the...
The 'Swasth Nari, Sashakt Parivar Abhiyan' (Healthy Woman, Empowered Family Campaign) and the National Nutrition Month 2025 will commence in Chhattisgarh, aligning with the national initiative...
Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai inaugurated the 'Swachhta Hi Seva 2025' fortnight on the occasion of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's birthday. The event took place at the Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Medical...
Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai declared that the government is committed to realizing the vision of a developed Chhattisgarh, prioritizing the health of its 3 crore citizens. He highlighted the...
The incidence of Tomato Flu is rapidly increasing in Bilaspur. A significant number of children, aged nine months to seven years, are being affected by this new illness. Symptoms include fever,...
On the occasion of Independence Day, Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai inaugurated and laid the foundation for various development projects in Raigarh district, totaling ₹62.36 crore. The projects...
In Baloda Bazar district, Chhattisgarh, 78 schoolchildren were administered anti-rabies vaccines following a concerning incident at a government school. A stray dog contaminated the mid-day meal...
Deputy Chief Minister Arun Sao participated in a mass yoga session held at the Mungeli district headquarters on International Yoga Day, June 21, 2025. He joined MLA Punnu Lal Mohle and senior...
Bollywood star Deepika Padukone has been appointed as the inaugural Mental Health Ambassador by the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. This significant announcement was made on World Mental...
At the Gujarat Assembly in Gandhinagar, a landmark seminar under the National Natural Farming Mission underscored the urgent need for natural farming to preserve soil integrity, water cycles,...
In a bold standoff over Bengaluru's escalating garbage crisis, Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar fired back at BJP MLAs Wednesday, branding their tactics as blatant blackmail. The fiery Congress...
Union Minister of Tribal Affairs Juel Oram has praised tribal doctors for their pivotal contributions to India's public health framework, describing them as the backbone of healthcare in challenging...
Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan delivered a compelling message on Wednesday: without a healthy populace, India's dream of becoming a developed nation remains elusive. His speech at the National...
Chief Minister Mohan Yadav of Madhya Pradesh recently shared a health mantra for the public: 'Exercise daily, stay healthy, and minimize junk food.' Highlighting the importance of fitness, the CM...
Delhi's air quality registered a slight improvement on Friday morning, yet it continues to languish in the 'very poor' category. Despite a raft of pollution control measures implemented by the...
With Delhi grappling under severe air pollution, the Supreme Court has urged the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) to recommend schools in the Delhi-NCR region to defer sports activities...
The Supreme Court has raised serious concerns regarding liquor packaging that mimics juice boxes, highlighting the potential for children to easily carry alcohol to school. Justices expressed dismay...
Delhi's air quality has plunged into the 'severe' category for the first time this season, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) soaring above 400 on Tuesday. Residents are experiencing the immediate...
Delhi's air quality has deteriorated significantly, with many areas falling into the 'very poor' and 'poor' categories. Responding to the alarming pollution levels, the Commission for Air Quality...
The alarming rise in water-borne disease cases in Bavdhan continues to concern residents and authorities. Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) officials confirmed on Thursday that the total number of...
Under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, the Punjab Government has demonstrated its commitment to public health and safety during the challenging aftermath of floods. In affected areas,...
Preparations are underway to celebrate Prime Minister Narendra Modi's birthday in a special manner. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has decided to observe a 'Seva Pakhwada' (service fortnight) from...
A new conflict has erupted across India following the Supreme Court's order regarding stray dogs. Society is divided; some welcome the court's decision, while others, particularly dog lovers, are...
A four-year-old girl from Karnataka, Khadeera Banu, succumbed to rabies at a Bengaluru hospital on Tuesday, nearly four months after being bitten by a stray dog. The incident occurred in Davangere,...
Following the Supreme Court's decision regarding stray dogs in Delhi, the issue continues to generate debate. Public figures, including politicians, actors, and social workers, have voiced their...
Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) is a disease that instills fear in many. Many people are caught in the midst of various misconceptions about the disease. Many are not even aware of what this...
The Bombay High Court has upheld the decision to close the pigeon feeding areas, known as 'kabootarkhanas,' in Dadar, Mumbai. The court cited concerns about the health issues faced by citizens due to...
A disturbing incident in Madhya Pradesh resulted in the hospitalization of more than twelve individuals after they consumed puris made with what was believed to be desi ghee. The group, hailing from...
A scientist and director at the ICMR-National Institute of Epidemiology (NIE) announced findings from a recent study, confirming that COVID-19 vaccinations were not associated with sudden deaths. Dr....
As part of the National Sickle Cell Elimination Mission under the National Health Mission (NHM), the government is planning to screen 7 crore individuals under the age of 40 for sickle cell disease...
The health department of the Katihar district in Bihar, often in the news for mismanagement and negligent treatment, is making headlines for a positive reason this time. A surgery was performed at...
In a display of extreme displeasure, a District Magistrate (DM) in Jehanabad, Bihar, publicly reprimanded local officials due to the appalling sanitary conditions and prevalence of waterborne...
The Odisha Excise Department concluded its state-wide anti-addiction campaign with a significant Walkathon held on the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking. The campaign,...
A significant step has been taken to strengthen healthcare services in Bihar. Health Minister Mangal Pandey inaugurated a drug control laboratory at the GNM Training Institute, NMCH, Agamkuan, Patna,...
If you spot a pile of garbage outside your home or on the road, you can now report it instead of just feeling frustrated. While keeping your home clean is your responsibility, you also have a duty to...
In a key address at the CPPCC's ongoing session in Beijing on March 6, President Xi Jinping met with delegates from health, welfare, and related fields, absorbing their views during a united session....
In a stark revelation from Beijing, a CGTN online poll targeting internet users worldwide has ignited alarms about US foreign policy. Fully 90.7% of participants denounced America's refusal to uphold...
Delhi is once again grappling with severe winter smog, a persistent issue exacerbated by crop burning from neighboring states and widespread emissions from vehicles, industries, and road dust. This...
The Pakistani government has decided to administer the HPV vaccine to 10 million underage girls. According to the health ministry, the initial phase will target girls in Islamabad, Punjab, PoK, and...
Global Garbage Man Day, observed annually on June 17th, honors the dedication of sanitation workers worldwide. Initiated in 1988 by Bob Gordon, a New York City sanitation worker, this day...
Jharkhand has achieved a significant milestone in the healthcare sector by securing the third position in the National Quality Assurance Standard (NQAS) rankings. Health Minister Irfan Ansari...
In a significant move towards understanding healthcare realities on the ground, the Health Minister personally attended the Outpatient Department (OPD) at Sadar Hospital. The Minister actively...
A tragic incident has left a community reeling after a young child succumbed to death following an injection administered by an unlicensed medical practitioner. The child, whose age has not been...
Jamshedpur MLA Sarju Rai has raised serious concerns regarding the water supply at the new Dimna campus of MGM Hospital and Medical College. With increased seating capacity leading to a surge in...
In a significant move demonstrating zero tolerance for administrative apathy, the Chief Minister of Jharkhand has ordered the immediate suspension of the Civil Surgeon in Chaibasa, along with other...
A one-day tobacco cessation training program was conducted on Wednesday in the presence of Dr. Sushanto Kumar Majhi, District Civil Surgeon of Pashchimi Singhbhum district, and under the chairmanship...
In Ranchi, Chief Minister Hemant Soren emphasized the government's commitment to control sickle cell disease, aiming to improve the lives of those affected. He highlighted that the impact of the...
East Singhbhum district has initiated a special awareness campaign against prohibited substances, as directed by the state government. The campaign aims to disseminate the message of freedom from...
In East Singhbhum district, the state government has initiated a special awareness campaign against prohibited narcotics. The campaign commenced with the launch of an awareness chariot at the...
The East Singhbhum district administration has initiated a special awareness campaign across the district, as part of the state government's efforts against prohibited substances. Deputy Commissioner...
In East Singhbhum district, the state government initiated a special awareness campaign against prohibited substances. The Deputy Commissioner, Karn Satyarthi, flagged off an awareness chariot at the...
The East Singhbhum district has initiated a special awareness campaign against prohibited substances, as directed by the state government. Deputy Commissioner Karn Satyarthi flagged off an awareness...
The East Singhbhum district has initiated a special awareness campaign against prohibited narcotics, as directed by the state government. Deputy Commissioner Karn Satyarthi flagged off an awareness...
Western Australian officials have lengthened the isolation period for six former passengers of the MV Hondius cruise ship, pushing their release date to 23 June. The travellers, who returned negative...
In response to the escalating Ebola outbreak across parts of Africa, Andhra Pradesh has rolled out stricter surveillance at all international gateways. Medical teams have started examining travelers...
Auckland is on high alert following the detection of two measles cases connected to overseas travel. This development comes shortly after New Zealand announced it had successfully eliminated the...