Budget 2026-27 Boosts Healthcare: India Aims to Be Global Hub
The Union Budget 2026-27 delivers a powerful push for India’s healthcare sector. It focuses on upgrading infrastructure, medical education, and the pharmaceutical industry. A key ambition is to position India…
Doctor’s 8-Year Fight Against Sugary ORS Variants
Eight years ago, Dr Sivaranjani Santosh noticed a troubling pattern in her pediatric practice. Children with diarrhea were not recovering despite prescribed Oral Rehydration Solution. Her investigation revealed parents were…
WHO Flags Contaminated Cough Syrups in India
The World Health Organisation has identified three adulterated syrups manufactured in India. This includes the infamous Coldrif cough syrup. Authorities worldwide are urged to report any detections of these products.…
Infant Death in Telangana Unrelated to Polio Vaccine
A three-month-old boy in Telangana’s Sangareddy district passed away shortly after receiving pulse polio drops. Initial fears pointed toward the vaccine as the cause. Health officials have since clarified the…
Tamil Nadu Cancels Licence After Child Deaths from Toxic Syrup
Tamil Nadu has taken decisive action against a pharmaceutical company linked to tragic child fatalities. The state government cancelled all manufacturing licences for Sresan Pharmaceuticals. This move follows the deaths…
Big Relief! GST Cut on Cancer Drugs & More
In a truly monumental decision, the Union government has delivered significant relief to countless citizens. The Goods and Services Tax, or GST, on a staggering 33 cancer drugs and various…
Delhi’s Ayushman Card Drive Starts September 1st
Starting September 1st, the Delhi government is rolling out a major 10-day campaign to help residents register for the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY). This is a…
India’s Elderly Women: Living Longer, Less Healthy
India is undergoing a profound demographic shift. The nation is aging, and a critical look reveals that women are at the forefront of this change. They are living longer, yet…
Pigeon Feeding Ban in Mumbai Sparks Health vs. Heritage Debate
A recent ban on feeding pigeons in Mumbai has ignited a heated debate between public health advocates, civic authorities, and bird lovers. The move, intended to curb health hazards linked…
Bengaluru Schools Embrace Healthy Eating: No More Junk Food
Bengaluru schools are making a remarkable shift in their canteen menus, all thanks to a push from education boards and the initiative of students themselves. The Central Board of Secondary…