Hailstorm havoc in Bengaluru: Chaos, waterlogging, and deaths reported
Apr 30, 2026, at 12:18 am
Bengaluru was hit by a sudden spell of heavy rain, strong winds and hail on Wednesday evening, bringing a sharp drop in temperatures after days of intense heat that had pushed the mercury to around 37°C.
WHO sounds alarm: Urgent global push needed to eliminate deadly viral Hepatitis
Apr 29, 2026, at 01:59 pm
Countries are making measurable progress in combatting viral hepatitis, but the disease remains a major global health challenge, the World Health Organization (WHO) said in a new report published on Tuesday.
IMD issues red alert! Heatwave to scorch these states as temperatures hit 44.5°C
Apr 25, 2026, at 05:13 pm
The India Meteorological Department (IMD), under the Ministry of Earth Sciences, has issued detailed heatwave advisories and safety guidelines as several parts of the country continue to witness rising temperatures and above-normal heat conditions.
Love late-night ice cream? It might be hurting your digestive health, shows study
Apr 25, 2026, at 10:31 am
Chronic stress is already known to disrupt bowel function, often causing diarrhea or constipation. Now, new research to be presented at Digestive Disease Week (DDW) 2026 suggests that eating late at night may worsen these effects, with significant implications for digestive health and the gut microbiome.
100 million kids vaccinated! The historic health drive the world is talking about
Apr 24, 2026, at 02:57 pm
The Big Catch-Up (BCU), a historic multi-year, multi-country effort to address vaccination declines driven largely by the COVID-19 pandemic, has reached an estimated 18.3 million children aged 1 to 5 across 36 countries with more than 100 million doses of life-saving vaccines, helping to narrow critical immunity gaps, announced Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance (Gavi), WHO, and UNICEF at the start of World Immunization Week.
Fruits, veggies, whole grains under scanner — Hidden cancer risk revealed by new study?
Apr 24, 2026, at 09:48 am
A diet rich in fruit, vegetables and whole grains is generally recommended for better health and to lower the risk of cancer and other diseases.
Global food crisis looms? UN warns extreme heat is pushing systems to edge
Apr 22, 2026, at 05:56 pm
Extreme heat is pushing global food and farming systems to the brink, threatening the livelihoods of over a billion people as rising temperatures and more frequent heatwaves redefine how food is produced worldwide, a new UN report warns.
Loneliness could be secretly damaging your heart—Here’s the shocking risk
Apr 22, 2026, at 05:16 pm
Adults who reported feeling lonely had a higher risk of developing degenerative heart valve disease, even after accounting for traditional heart disease risk factors and genetics, according to new research published today in the Journal of the American Heart Association, an open-access, peer-reviewed journal of the American Heart Association.
Hair Structure Explained: Roots, Follicles & Growth Cycle
Apr 22, 2026, at 12:52 pm
Most people think hair loss is just about the hair they can see. But what's actually happening is much deeper — literally. Understanding how hair is built, where it grows from, and why it sometimes stops can change the way you think about every strand on your head.
Clean energy surge led by China, India stops fossil fuel growth: Think tank
Apr 21, 2026, at 02:32 pm
The rise of clean electricity reached a major turning point in 2025, with renewable energy sources meeting all growth in global power demand and preventing an increase in fossil fuel generation, according to a new report by Ember.
You may not live 50 years: Nobel winner David Gross issues stark nuclear war warning
Apr 21, 2026, at 10:19 am
Nobel laureate David Gross has warned that humanity may not survive another 50 years due to the growing threat of global nuclear war.
Massive 7.5 earthquake rocks Japan — Tsunami warning issued as panic spreads
Apr 20, 2026, at 02:46 pm
An earthquake measuring 7.5 on the Richter scale struck off the northeastern coast of Japan on Monday, prompting authorities to issue a tsunami warning of up to three metres (9.8 feet), according to media reports.
Losing weight? You might be losing muscle faster than you think
Apr 18, 2026, at 05:38 pm
A new UNC School of Medicine study of incretin-based medications, including newer medications such as semaglutide and tirzepatide that are widely prescribed for Type 2 diabetes and obesity, are associated with high rates of muscle loss relative to the amount of weight lost.
Care Health data reveals shocking spike in Liver disease across India
Apr 18, 2026, at 04:25 pm
India is facing a growing but underrecognised liver health crisis. According to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, NAFLD (Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease) affects between 9% and 32% of the population, impacting nearly one in three individuals, and is being recognised as a ‘silent epidemic.’
Kolkata: IAC holds ‘Autism in Practice’ session, stresses early intervention
Apr 17, 2026, at 05:44 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: The India Autism Centre (IAC) marked World Autism Awareness Month by hosting a knowledge session aimed at promoting acceptance of autistic behaviours and supporting families in navigating daily challenges.
Heart attack risk reduced? New study on Foundayo sparks hope
Apr 17, 2026, at 04:41 pm
Eli Lilly and Company has announced positive topline results from the Phase 3 ACHIEVE-4 trial evaluating the efficacy and safety of Foundayo (orforglipron), compared to insulin glargine in adults with type 2 diabetes and obesity or overweight at increased cardiovascular risk.
Parents’ depression could shape your future—Timing is everything
Apr 17, 2026, at 10:41 am
A new Yale study shows how the timing of depression in mothers and fathers affects mental health in their adult children. This includes influences on depression, anxiety, and psychotic disorders.
Indian-born female Cheetah at Kuno National Park gives birth to four cubs
Apr 11, 2026, at 06:25 pm
Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Bhupender Yadav, on Saturday hailed a historic milestone in India’s cheetah conservation journey, as an Indian-born female cheetah of Gamini - KGP12, second cub of Gamini’s first litter, aged 25 months - gave birth to four cubs in the wild at Kuno National Park, Madhya Pradesh.
Dear NASA…”: 10-year-old’s heartfelt plea to bring Pluto back as a planet goes viral
Apr 11, 2026, at 10:24 am
A heartfelt letter written by a 10-year-old girl to NASA, urging the restoration of Pluto’s status as a planet, has captured widespread attention online.
Ministry of Ayush celebrates World Homoeopathy Day 2026 — Here’s why it matters now
Apr 10, 2026, at 05:24 pm
The Ministry of Ayush commemorated World Homoeopathy Day 2026 Centred on the theme “Homoeopathy for Sustainable Health,” with a grand inaugural ceremony at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi, bringing together policymakers, researchers, practitioners, academicians and students from across the country.
Thinking about the future? Scientists say your brain treats it like a reward
Apr 10, 2026, at 10:37 am
A researcher in Bochum has proposed a new theory suggesting that “mental time travel”—the ability to imagine oneself in the future—may activate the brain’s reward system, reinforcing the behaviour over time.
Kolkata hospital performs rare robotic surgery for penile cancer, patient walks on day three
Apr 08, 2026, at 10:34 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Surgeons at HCG Cancer Hospital, Newtown, Kolkata have successfully performed a rare robotic-assisted surgery on a 62-year-old patient diagnosed with stage T2 penile cancer, marking what the hospital describes as a significant step forward in uro-oncological care in eastern India.
Deadly grazing? Over 100 sheep die in Pakistan in just two days
Apr 08, 2026, at 05:48 pm
Over 100 sheep have died under mysterious circumstances in Cholistan Desert over the past 48 hours, according to media reports.
Over 100 dead in Bangladesh measles outbreak. Is India at risk?
Apr 07, 2026, at 05:52 pm
Over 100 people—mostly children—have died in a devastating measles outbreak in Bangladesh, marking one of the deadliest flare-ups of the disease in nearly two decades.
Think high testosterone means you’re healthy? Experts say not necessarily
Apr 07, 2026, at 04:02 pm
The connection between testosterone and well-being is weaker than many people think. Although there are clear health connections, a higher testosterone level is not always the key to well-being, according to a thesis at the University of Gothenburg.
Renewable boom! India hits all-time high in wind energy growth
Apr 06, 2026, at 06:57 pm
India recorded its highest-ever annual wind power capacity addition of 6.05 GW in FY 2025–26, surpassing the previous peak of 5.5 GW achieved in FY 2016–17, the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy said.
Occasional drinking could triple your risk of deadly liver damage, study warns
Apr 06, 2026, at 09:44 am
People may assume that if they drink lightly during the week or month, heavy drinking on the occasional Friday or Saturday may not cause their liver harm.
Sleeping at odd hours? Your heart might be at serious risk
Apr 05, 2026, at 08:38 pm
An irregular bedtime in midlife may signal an increased risk of cardiovascular disease.
Love salt? It could be putting your heart at serious risk, shows study
Apr 05, 2026, at 05:35 pm
Excessive consumption of dietary sodium (salt) is a significant, independent risk factor for new-onset heart failure, according to a report from Vanderbilt Health.
Silent sleep disorder raises death risk by 71 pct — Are you ignoring the signs?
Apr 04, 2026, at 05:49 pm
New research to be presented at the European Congress on Obesity 2026 (ECO 2026, Istanbul, Turkey, May 12–15) reveals that individuals living with Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) face a 71% higher risk of cardiovascular events (CVEs) or death from any cause compared to those without the condition.