Health

Hyderabad hospital sees surge in Diwali eye injuries among children

Doctors in Hyderabad report that children constitute nearly half of the eye injury cases treated during Diwali, with eight minors requiring surgery.

Shigella Outbreak in Malappuram Linked to Wedding Feast

Health authorities in Kerala have intensified surveillance after five of eight Shigella cases in Malappuram were traced to a wedding feast in Elamkulam.

Delhi Air Quality Exceeds WHO Limits 66 Times During Deepavali Fireworks Night

During the night of November 8-9, Delhi's air pollution spiked to more than 66 times the World Health Organization's safe limit, amid widespread defiance of the city's ban on firecrackers. Several monitoring stations failed to report data at the peak of the crisis.

Over 150 Fall Ill After Eating Golgappas in Uttar Pradesh; Several Critical

More than 150 individuals in Uttar Pradesh have been hospitalized with severe symptoms after consuming street food, specifically golgappas, with several patients reported to be in critical condition.

India Holds 99 of World's 100 Most Polluted Cities; Punjab Leads with Two Top Spots

A recent study reveals that 99 of the world's 100 most polluted cities are located in India, with Punjab's two cities ranking highest.

Proton Therapy Center Set to Launch in Assam, Boosting Pediatric Cancer Care

A new proton therapy facility is being introduced in Assam, promising advanced treatment options especially for children with cancer.

Delhi’s AQI Surpasses 370 on Second Day of Diwali as Air Quality Deteriorates Sharply

Air quality in Delhi plummeted on the second day of Diwali, with the AQI climbing beyond 370 into the ‘very severe’ range as dense fog enveloped the city.

Delhi Faces 'Very Poor' Air Quality Index After Diwali Celebrations

Delhi's air quality index dropped to 'very poor' levels after Diwali celebrations, raising concerns about health risks for residents.

Child dies, 269 injured in burn incidents across Tamil Nadu during Deepavali

At least one child was killed and 269 people received treatment for burns as fire‑related accidents surged during Deepavali celebrations in Tamil Nadu.

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India's Toxic Air: Air Pollution Costs Economy ₹20 Lakh Crore Annually

India's air pollution, dominated by PM2.5 particles, is projected to inflict an annual economic loss of about ₹20 lakh crore, according to Aaj Tak.

Delhi's Air Quality Surpasses WHO Safe Limit by 50‑Fold Amid Deepavali Firecracker Ban Violation

On Deepavali, parts of Delhi recorded air pollution levels more than 50 times the World Health Organization's safe limit as many residents continued to set off firecrackers despite the ban.