A 17-year-old girl diagnosed with advanced Stage 3 Ewing's Sarcoma, a rare type of bone cancer, has recovered after battling respiratory complications and spending nearly 10 days on ventilator support at a Delhi hospital.
A doctor and hospital staff were allegedly assaulted and medical equipment vandalised at the district hospital in Hamirpur, Uttar Pradesh, leading to the registration of an FIR.
Bringing international recognition to Assam, young scientist Dr Shekhar Suman Bora has been honoured with the prestigious 'University Innovator Award' at the 2026 Texas Innovation Conference & Awards held in the United States.
The precedence given to 'Vande Mataram' and 'Jana Gana Mana' over the 'Tamil Thaai Vaazhthu' has triggered a controversy in Tamil Nadu, with political parties condemning the decision to relegate the Tamil invocation to third place at the swearing-in ceremony of Chief Minister Joseph C Vijay.
Rising mercury levels in Madhya Pradesh are causing sleepless nights for residents as minimum temperatures remain high. Doctors report an increase in sleep-related issues, allergies, and fatigue due to the heat.
Rising mercury levels in Madhya Pradesh are causing discomfort for residents as night temperatures fail to provide relief, disrupting sleep patterns and daily routines.
A man in Chhattisgarh's Surguja district has been arrested for allegedly killing his pregnant wife by inserting a hacksaw blade into her private part. The incident occurred on May 14 in Bhitthikala village, and the accused has confessed to the crime.
Delhi Police have arrested a social media influencer for allegedly posting objectionable content targeting the family of the late businessman Sunjay Kapur.
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The West Bengal government has sanctioned the prosecution of Sandip Ghosh, former principal of R G Kar Medical College and Hospital, in connection with a case of financial irregularities. The decision follows a Calcutta High Court order and subsequent investigations by the CBI and Enforcement Directorate.
'This system will be of immense help in agricultural planning, disaster management and water resources management.'
Kerala Chief Minister V D Satheesan faces criticism for using his caste surname 'Menon' during his swearing-in ceremony, igniting a debate on caste identity and political messaging.
'Infertility and reproductive health challenges, much like other chronic conditions, are rising globally.'
Pune police have cleared a person seen in CCTV footage in connection with the IED found at Usha Kiran Hospital. The investigation continues, with the ATS also involved.
Lucknow University has formed a disciplinary committee to investigate assistant professor Paramjeet Singh following allegations of misconduct, including inappropriate conversations with a student and leaking examination papers.
Following the deaths of four women due to post-caesarean complications, hospitals in Kota report no new cases of infection. Six women remain under treatment, with one discharged and others showing signs of recovery.
An associate professor from Kannur Dental College, accused in the death of a student allegedly harassed over caste, appeared before the investigation team and was subsequently arrested and released on bail.
The Delhi government has announced a series of measures to conserve fuel, including work from home for government offices, increased use of public transport, and reduced fuel quotas for officers.
A dental surgeon in Faridabad allegedly died by suicide after an argument with his wife, jumping into the Agra Canal. The State Disaster Response Force recovered his body after a 20-hour search.
A suspect has been arrested after the partially burnt body of a woman was discovered in a forest near a police camp in Himachal Pradesh's Sirmour district.
Following a deadly explosion at a firecracker factory in Madhya Pradesh, authorities have invoked the National Security Act against the factory manager and filed culpable homicide charges against four individuals, including the owner.
A Pune-based college has announced disciplinary action against a biology lecturer arrested by the CBI for her alleged involvement in the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak case. The lecturer, part of the NTA's paper-setting committee, is accused of leaking questions to students for a fee.
Esha Sandhu, Dr D S S Srinivas Prasad, Ipninder Singh pay tribute to their mothers.
A man in Rajasthan has been arrested after allegedly beating his pregnant wife and forcibly administering abortion pills, leading to her death. The incident occurred in Bhilwara district, and the couple's daughter reported the abuse to the police.
Palamu Deputy Commissioner Dilip Pratap Singh Shekhawat has directed an investigation into the deaths of a woman and her newborn child at Medinirai Medical College and Hospital (MMCH) in Jharkhand.
Dr Amreen Sheikh, chief dietician at KIMS Hospital, recommends a list of healthy fat alternatives that you can have instead of cheese without compromising on nutrition.
According to the media reports, the committee will examine the reasons behind the decision not to play the tournament and determine if there were any diplomatic or strategic failures involved.
An Indian doctoral student from Tamil Nadu, Q Manivannan, has sparked a debate on immigration and representation in UK politics after winning a local election in Scotland. Manivannan's victory has drawn criticism from anti-immigration voices, highlighting the rules that allow foreign nationals to contest elections in Scotland.
Doctors in Mumbai successfully removed a sickle-like tool from a man's skull after an alleged assault. The patient is now stable and recovering in the ICU.
Saurabh Chaudhary and Sakshi Sunil Padekar won titles in the men's 10m air pistol and women's 50m rifle 3 positions events respectively at the 24th Kumar Surendra Singh Memorial Shooting Championship.
A one-day patent workshop was held at CSIR-NIIST to promote intellectual property awareness and equip researchers and startups with essential knowledge in patent filing and innovation.
The victim's parents have expressed renewed hope for justice in the RG Kar rape-and-murder case after the West Bengal government widened the investigation and suspended three senior IPS officers.
A Pakistani terrorist, tasked with executing attacks for Lashkar-e-Taiba in Jammu and Kashmir, surprisingly paused his mission to fulfil a personal desire: undergoing a hair transplant in Srinagar.
Police sources indicate a physical copy of the NEET-UG paper was allegedly leaked from a Nashik printing press and brought to a doctor in Gurugram, prompting an investigation. The NEET (UG) 2026 exam was cancelled amid paper leak allegations, triggering nationwide outrage.
'Science today is very interconnected, and that helped me become part of the Muon g-2 team.'
The Supreme Court has reaffirmed that bail is the general rule, even in cases registered under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), while granting bail to an accused in a narco-terror case.
C Joseph Vijay was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu at a gala event attended by prominent personalities including Rahul Gandhi. The swearing-in ceremony saw the presence of Vijay's parents and actress Trisha, while former CMs M K Stalin and Edappadi K Palaniswami were absent.
Before assuming office as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, Vijay submitted his resignation letter from the post of member of the legislative assembly representing the Tiruchirappalli East constituency.
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has filed a chargesheet against three individuals, including a doctor, for their alleged involvement in an ISIS-linked conspiracy to carry out mass poisoning in public spaces using a biological toxin.
'Every year we import approximately $70 billion worth of gold -- closer to $72 billion in 2025-2026, an all-time record.' 'There is no parallel for this anywhere in the world. And this love for gold will not disappear overnight.'
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