Health

Two Brothers Die in Jharkhand After Family Turns to Occult Rituals for Fever

In Jharkhand, two brothers died after their family resorted to occult rituals instead of seeking medical treatment for a fever.

04 Sep 2026

Rabies‑Positive Woman Dies After Self‑Inflicted Neck and Hand Injuries in Chhindwara Hospital

A 45‑year‑old woman infected with rabies in Chhindwara, Madhya Pradesh, severely cut her neck and hand veins and died while receiving treatment at the district hospital.

04 Sep 2026

Maharashtra cuts forensic medicine posts, raising concerns over medico‑legal services

The state government’s decision to reduce the number of forensic medicine posts in Maharashtra has prompted worries among legal and medical professionals about the impact on medico‑legal investigations.

04 Sep 2026

Surge in Online Searches for Deafness Awareness on The Tribune

Data from The Tribune shows a notable rise in searches for “deafness awareness”, reflecting growing public interest in hearing health.

04 Sep 2026

Man electrocuted while inspecting field pump, dies on site

A man suffered fatal electrocution while checking a pump in a field, according to a report by The Times of India.

04 Sep 2026

HPV vaccination drive in Meghalaya reaches 1,800 girls across all 12 districts

The state’s HPV vaccination campaign has immunised 1,800 adolescent girls, covering every district of Meghalaya.

04 Sep 2026

Meghalaya Administers Free HPV Vaccines to 1,800+ Girls in 12 Districts

The state of Meghalaya has successfully vaccinated more than 1,800 girls with the HPV vaccine at no cost, covering 12 districts in a statewide health initiative.

04 Sep 2026

Women denied ultrasound scans at BD Pandey Hospital raise health concerns

Reports indicate that several women have been refused ultrasound examinations at BD Pandey Hospital, prompting calls for clarification.

04 Sep 2026

19-Year-Old Maharashtra Student Dies After Jumping from Hostel's Third Floor

A 19‑year‑old student from Maharashtra reportedly jumped from the third floor of his hostel, resulting in his death.

04 Sep 2026

Meghalaya HPV vaccination drive reaches only 5%, government to boost awareness

Only five percent of the target population in Meghalaya has been covered by the state’s human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination drive, prompting officials to step up awareness efforts.

04 Sep 2026

Over 1,800 Girls Vaccinated Against HPV in 12 Districts of Meghalaya

A government‑run drive in Meghalaya has administered free human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccines to more than 1,800 girls across twelve districts.

04 Sep 2026

Cancer care now accessible beyond metros, says health official Nishant

Nishant, a senior health official, announced that patients no longer need to travel to metropolitan cities for cancer treatment as new facilities are being set up across the country.

04 Sep 2026