The Nandamuri Basava Tarakam NTR Charitable Trust was inaugurated in Hyderabad on Smt. Basava Tarakam’s centenary birth anniversary. The organisation will support healthcare, education and community welfare while continuing NTR’s legacy of public service. Trust Launched on Basava Tarakam’s Centenary The Nandamuri family formally inaugurated the Nandamuri Basava Tarakam NTR Charitable Trust to

Repeated local Covid-19 spikes in India are being driven by new Omicron variants, declining immunity and changing regional conditions. Experts say current Covid infections in India resemble limited endemic outbreaks, not a nationwide resurgence.   Small increases in Covid-19 infections are once again being reported from parts of India, including Andhra Pradesh, Kolkata and a few other locations. The developments have raised familiar conc

India Approves QDENGA Dengue Vaccine for People Aged 4–60 India has approved Takeda’s QDENGA as its first authorised dengue vaccine for people aged 4–60. The live-attenuated vaccine targets all four dengue virus serotypes and is administered in two doses, three months apart. India has approved QDENGA, making it the country’s first authorised vaccine for preventing dengue. The Drug Controller General of India has granted market authorisation for its use am

Indore ‘Paper Hospital’ Row: 87 Posts Sanctioned, But No Building For 6 Years Indore, July 6, 2026: A proposed 100-bed civil hospital in Madhya Pradesh’s Indore has triggered a political controversy after reports revealed that 87 government posts were sanctioned and staff transfers continued, even though the hospital building has not been constructed for six years. The issue relates to the proposed Khajrana Civil Hospital, which was approved in 202

Nashik Teen Death After Td Vaccine: Batch Suspended, Probe Ordered Nashik, June 26, 2026: A 17-year-old girl died after collapsing shortly after receiving a Td vaccine dose at a municipal immunisation camp in Nashik, with officials suspending the vaccine batch as a precaution and ordering a detailed AEFI probe. Officials have not confirmed any direct link between the vaccine and

International Day Against Drug Abuse 2026: Theme, History And India’s Anti-Drug Efforts The International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking 2026, also known as World Drug Day, is observed on June 26 to raise awareness about drug abuse, addiction, prevention, and illegal drug trafficking. The day highlights the need for stronger action by governments, communities, s

Kerala Shigella Cases Rise To 70 In One Month, Five Deaths Reported Kerala has reported a sharp rise in Shigella infections, with 70 cases and five related deaths recorded in the past month. The increase has raised concern among health officials, especially as the state continues to monitor recurring infectious disease threats, including Nipah. According to the latest health update, Kerala has recorded 146 Shigella cases between January and June 2026. Ne

India’s Homegrown HPV Test Validated For Cervical Cancer Screening India has taken an important step in cervical cancer prevention with the validation of its first indigenous HPV DNA test, Truenat HPV-HR Plus. The test has been developed by Molbio Diagnostics and is designed to detect high-risk human papillomavirus strains linked to cervical cancer. Why This HPV Test Matters The validation is being seen as a major public he

Kerala Nipah Update: Kozhikode Strengthens Health Watch After New Case Kerala has increased health surveillance in Kozhikode after a fresh Nipah virus case was reported in the district. The patient, a 43-year-old man from the Kozhikode region, is undergoing treatment at Kozhikode Medical College Hospital. Health officials have started contact tracing and field-level monitoring in the affected area. The move is part of the state’s precautionary response

Kerala health officials have stepped up precautionary monitoring in Kozhikode after a 43-year-old man was placed under observation for suspected Nipah infection. Authorities have clarified that the case remains only suspected at this stage and final confirmation from the National Institute of Virology in Pune is still awaited. Health officials are closely monitoring the patient’s contacts and have advised the public to remain alert, follow hygiene precautions and seek medical help

Kerala Steps Up Shigella Watch Kerala has strengthened health surveillance after a four-year-old girl from Kozhikode died following a Shigella infection, while fresh cases among schoolchildren in Wayanad triggered concern among health officials. Health officials are now focusing on school-level monitoring, safe drinking water checks and food hygiene inspections to prevent further spread among children.

India Launches First National Guidelines for Childhood Diabetes Care India has taken a major step toward strengthening child healthcare with the launch of its first-ever national guidelines for managing Childhood Diabetes. Issued by the Health Ministry, the framework aims to ensure early detection, effective treatment, and long-term

Icon Star Allu Arjun recently expressed his pride and appreciation for his fans who took up the initiative of organizing an HPV vaccine awareness campaign. Earlier, he had encouraged his fans to engage in at least one social service activity each year, and this year, they chose to focus on spreading awareness about the importance of the HPV vaccine. Allu Arjun shared a post on social media, praising their efforts and expressing how happy he was to see them carry out such a meaningful social i

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to launch a nationwide HPV (Human Papillomavirus) vaccination campaign on February 28, 2026, aiming to combat cervical cancer, one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths among women in India. This significant initiative will provide free vaccinations to 14-year-old girls at government health centers across the country, marking a major step forward in India’s preventive healthcare efforts. Key Deta