Deadly Hantavirus scare deepens as 2 Britons test positive after cruise ship outbreak
May 09, 2026, at 09:57 am
Two British nationals have been confirmed to have contracted Hantavirus on the remote South Atlantic island of Tristan da Cunha, the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) said.
Mamata Banerjee’s Swasthya Sathi faces hospital roadblocks after Bengal poll result
May 08, 2026, at 10:43 pm
Patients covered under Swasthya Sathi, the flagship health insurance programme of the previous Mamata Banerjee government, are reportedly being denied admission or turned away by several private hospitals in Kolkata as uncertainty grows over whether the incoming Bharatiya Janata Party government will retain the scheme or replace it with Ayushman Bharat.
Hantavirus on cruise ship sparks panic, WHO says ‘not another COVID
May 08, 2026, at 08:57 am
A deadly hantavirus outbreak aboard a cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean poses a low global public health risk and is “not the start of another COVID pandemic”, the World Health Organization (WHO) said on Thursday.
India–Japan tech power move: Big deals signed in Quantum, healthcare
May 06, 2026, at 03:47 pm
Onoda Kimi, Japan’s Minister for Science and Technology Policy and Minister of State for Space Policy, along with a high-level delegation, met Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, Earth Sciences, and other key portfolios, to explore enhanced collaboration across sectors, particularly in health and medical devices.
We are not just a story: Man trapped on a cruise shares emotional appeal on hantavirus outbreak
May 05, 2026, at 01:53 pm
An American travel influencer aboard the MV Hondius cruise ship broke down in tears as uncertainty gripped passengers following a suspected hantavirus outbreak that has claimed three lives.
Three dead in suspected Hantavirus infection outbreak on cruise ship: WHO
May 04, 2026, at 12:22 pm
Three people have died and three others are ill following suspected cases of Hantavirus infection on a cruise ship in the Atlantic, the World Health Organization (WHO) said on Sunday.
India’s first-ever child diabetes policy unveiled — Here’s why it matters
May 03, 2026, at 04:31 pm
The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has released India’s first-ever guidance document on diabetes mellitus in children at the recently concluded National Summit on Best Practices in Public Healthcare Service Delivery.
Mexico City is sinking 10 inches a year — NASA reveals shocking data
May 02, 2026, at 09:33 am
Mexico City is sinking by nearly 10 inches (about 25 cm) a year, according to new satellite imagery released this week by NASA, making it one of the fastest-subsiding megacities in the world.
Alarming spike: Pakistan confirms 2 more polio cases
May 01, 2026, at 06:13 pm
Pakistan’s fight against polio has suffered another setback, with two new cases reported from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) on Friday, bringing the total number of cases in the country this year to three.
Why is Europe warming faster than anywhere else? New study reveals details
May 01, 2026, at 10:10 am
Rapid warming across Europe is driving widespread environmental changes, including shrinking snow and ice cover, intensifying heatwaves, drought, wildfires and record ocean temperatures, according to a major new climate report.
Parampara founder Debabrata Sen brings Ayurveda to Gen Z with interactive session at Kolkata school
Apr 30, 2026, at 10:01 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Parampara Ayurved founder Dr Debabrata Sen conducted an interactive session at Beltala Girls’ School in Kolkata, aiming to introduce Ayurveda to younger audiences and connect it with modern lifestyle challenges.
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.