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Karnataka to Build 125-Bed Government Hospital in North Bengaluru for ₹75 Cr

The Karnataka government has announced a ₹75 crore investment to construct a 125-bed government hospital in North Bengaluru, aiming to improve healthcare access in the region.

Adulterated Milk Found in Punjab: 43% Samples Fail Safety Standards

A recent inspection in Punjab revealed that 43% of milk and dairy product samples did not meet prescribed safety norms, raising serious health concerns.

PGIMS Panel Still Pending After 5 Deaths in Two Months, Deadline Missed

Five patients died at PGIMS in the last two months, and the panel set to investigate has not yet submitted its report, even after the deadline has passed.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.