Health

Punjab’s drug crisis demands concrete policy, not empty slogans

An editorial in The Indian Express urges Punjab’s authorities to adopt a comprehensive drug‑control policy rather than relying on slogans, citing the growing impact of substance abuse on the state’s youth.

21 Sep 2026

Scrub Typhus Cases Surge Across India, Health Officials Warn

Health authorities report a noticeable rise in scrub typhus infections nationwide, urging public awareness of transmission, symptoms and preventive measures.

21 Sep 2026

Haryana Government Tells Supreme Court No Separate Cancer Notification Needed as Mandatory Reporting Exists

The Haryana government informed the Supreme Court that existing mandatory disease‑reporting mechanisms make a separate cancer notification rule unnecessary.

21 Sep 2026

Union Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal Calls for Apolitical Fight Against Drug Abuse in Punjab

Union Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal urged that the battle against drug abuse in Punjab be pursued without political considerations, stressing a health‑focused approach.

21 Sep 2026

Advanced Cancer Genetic Testing Centre to Open in Guntur on Sept 22

A state-of-the-art cancer genetic testing facility is set to begin operations in Guntur on September 22, aiming to improve early diagnosis and personalized treatment for patients in the region.

21 Sep 2026

Karnataka Medical Institute Opened by PM to Offer Free Cancer Immunotherapy

A medical institute in Karnataka, inaugurated by the Prime Minister, is planning to provide free cancer immunotherapy to patients, marking a significant step in accessible cancer treatment.

21 Sep 2026

Karnataka cancels 16 drug licenses, suspends 8 including Pfizer depot

Karnataka authorities have cancelled 16 pharmaceutical licenses and suspended eight others, including that of a Pfizer depot, amid a crackdown on fake drugs.

21 Sep 2026

India's Tobacco Crisis: Surrogate Advertising Puts Celebrity Responsibility in Spotlight

Surrogate advertising of tobacco products in India has sparked debate over the social responsibility of celebrities who endorse such campaigns.

21 Sep 2026

Three Hospitals Receive National Recognition

Three hospitals have been awarded national-level recognition, according to a report by The Sangai Express. The accolade highlights their contributions to healthcare services.

21 Sep 2026

The Tribune Search Results for 'Medical Category Downgrade' Yield No Specific News Report

A search for the term 'medical category downgrade' on The Tribune's website returned no dedicated news article, indicating the query did not match any published report.

21 Sep 2026

Chhattisgarh Junior Doctors Postpone Indefinite Strike by Week, Announce Symbolic Protests

Junior doctors in Chhattisgarh have decided to defer their planned indefinite strike by seven days. They will instead hold symbolic protests during the postponement period.

21 Sep 2026

Ceiling plaster collapses at Telangana hospital, injuring six including two patients

A portion of ceiling plaster gave way at a hospital in Telangana, leaving six people injured, two of whom were patients. The injured received immediate medical attention from staff on site.

21 Sep 2026