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Poshan Abhiyaan event held for pregnant women and infants in Hitnal
Authorities in Hitnal village held a Poshan Abhiyaan event featuring baby weaning ceremonies and traditional rituals for pregnant women.
Collector inspects dengue prevention measures in Cuddalore
The District Collector of Cuddalore inspected dengue prevention measures across the region in preparation for the Northeast monsoon.
Tamil Nadu government hospitals report shortage of critical preterm baby medicine
Government hospitals in Tamil Nadu are experiencing intermittent shortages of surfactant medications for preterm infants.
MLA launches Praja Seva Abhiyan in Gillesugur
Raichur Rural MLA Basanagowda Daddal launched a public grievance redressal initiative called Praja Seva Abhiyan in Gillesugur village.
Keralam deploys digital tracking system to ensure zero expiry of donated blood units
The Kerala government has implemented a digital tracking system to manage blood supply chains and prevent wastage from expired units.
Two Karnataka Health Officers Suspended Over Protocol Violations
Two health department officers in Bidar district were suspended for violating official protocol during a foundation stone laying ceremony.
Comprehensive master plan for development of hospitals in capital city
The Kerala Health department has tasked Infrastructure Kerala Limited with creating a master plan for the development of three major health institutions in Thiruvananthapuram.
Telangana has 50 CT scanners, only nine MRI machines across government hospitals
Data presented in the Telangana Legislative Council reveals a disparity in medical imaging infrastructure, with 50 CT scanners and only nine MRI machines available across state government hospitals.
Sudden AC inspection of non-vegetarian hotels reveals rotten fruits
Sub-divisional magistrate Maitri conducted surprise inspections of hotels and juice centers in Shivamogga, finding unsanitary conditions and expired food products.
Varamayya Camp pond cleaned and new borehole installed for water supply
Local authorities in Varamayya Camp have cleaned the drinking water pond and installed a new borehole after reports of water contamination.
Health authorities warn people with head injuries to avoid public waterbodies
Health authorities have issued a warning for individuals with head injuries or facial wounds to avoid public waterbodies due to the risk of amoebic encephalitis.
Gujarat health officials issue high alert following twenty two child deaths
Gujarat health authorities issued a high alert regarding Chandipur virus infections after 22 children died, with 35 confirmed cases among 184 suspects across multiple districts.
JSW Foundation releases 2026-27 healthcare calendar for Sandur taluk mobile units
JSW Foundation released the 2026-27 Village Visit Calendar for its Mobile Health Units in Sandur taluk to strengthen primary healthcare access.
Deputy Commissioner mandates cashless emergency medical treatment under PM-RAHAT scheme
Deputy Kumar has directed health departments and hospitals to ensure cashless emergency treatment under the PM-RAHAT scheme without delay or denial of service due to missing documents.
Tamil Nadu doctors raise concerns over gold ring scheme implementation costs
A Tamil Nadu government doctors' association questions the administrative burden and high security costs of a gold ring scheme for newborn babies, recommending bank channels instead.
Tamil Nadu minister clarifies gold ring tender details for state scheme
Tamil Nadu Health Minister K.G. Arunraj clarified that jewelry firms Joyalukkas and Kalyan Jewellers were awarded a tender to supply one-gram gold rings at a nominal fee as part of the Thaimaman Thanga Mothiram Thittam scheme.
World Breastfeeding Week program held in H D Kote
A World Breastfeeding Week program was held at the Taluka Health Officer's office meeting hall in H.D. Kote to promote breastfeeding for child health and immunity.
West Bengal investigates blood banks for illegal sales and donor incentives
At least six blood banks in West Bengal are under investigation for illegal inter-state blood sales and prohibited donor incentives, leading to restrictions on donation drives.
Flood alert issued for Godavari and Sabari rivers in Polavaram district
Flood alert has been activated for the Godavari and Sabari rivers in Polavaram district following heavy rainfall in Chhattisgarh, Odisha, and Maharashtra.
Officials evacuate 32000 people in Polavaram as river water levels recede
Officials intensified the evacuation of nearly 32,000 people in Polavaram district as flood waters in the Godavari and Sabari rivers began to recede.
BRS alleges construction delay at Alwal TIMS hospital while Congress denies claims
The Bharat Rashtra Samithi accuses the Congress government of delaying the construction and inauguration of the TIMS Hospital in Alwal, while Congress officials and the local MLA state the project is nearly finished.
Andhra Pradesh government launches comprehensive health screening drive for children
The Andhra Pradesh government launched a comprehensive health screening drive for children under the Rashtriya Bala Swasthya Karyakram to identify health issues early.
Health authorities launch HIV awareness campaigns in Bangalore following rise in cases
Health authorities in Bangalore are launching awareness campaigns after 4,795 HIV cases were detected among youth in the last five months, causing regional anxiety.
South Korean tourist injured by monkey at Taj Mahal
A South Korean female tourist was injured by a monkey at the Taj Mahal in Agra, raising questions about security arrangements and ambulance response times.
Kasaragod youth in critical condition after contracting rare brain infection
An 18-year-old in Kasaragod, Kerala, is in critical condition after testing positive for amoebic meningoencephalitis following exposure to a local pond.
Ernakulam records highest number of influenza cases in Kerala in July
Ernakulam district reported the highest number of influenza cases in Kerala state in July with 993 infections recorded.
Andhra Pradesh reports sporadic Omicron variant cases with no active clusters
Andhra Pradesh government reports low-level sporadic spread of Omicron RF.5 variant with no active community clusters and states public health infrastructure is equipped.
Kerala health officials report rise in malaria cases among migrant workers
Health officials in Kerala's Idukki district are responding to nearly 280 malaria cases among migrant workers this year, including a death, and warning of potential local transmission.
Karnataka delays Gruha Jyothi verification due to technical and staffing issues
Karnataka's Gruha Jyothi door-to-door verification program delays due to server issues and meter reader shortages, with the Energy Department unlikely to meet the August 31 deadline.
Kerala reports another death due to amoebic meningoencephalitis
A 48-year-old man died of amoebic meningoencephalitis in Kerala's Kozhikode district on July 27, 2026, adding to 41 confirmed deaths in the state since January.