The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) warned of rising smog across Punjab and other parts of the country in the coming days, Dawn reported. Stable weather, industrial pollution, and vehicle emissions may worsen air quality, increasing respiratory illnesses, reducing visibility, and di
The World Health Organisation (WHO) is closely monitoring the health situation in India amid clusters of pediatric illnesses and deaths in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan, a statement said.
Following multiple child deaths and illnesses linked to its cough syrup, the Rajasthan government has banned the distribution of all 19 medicines produced by Jaipur-based Kaysons Pharma. Additionally, the state has suspended its Drug Controller, Rajaram Sharma, for allegedly influencing d
Gurdaspur (Punjab) [India], September 17: In the wake of the devastating floods that have swept across Punjab, UNITED SIKHS has deployed its Jammu-based relief team to conduct critical fogging operations in heavily affected villages and institutions. With a deep sense of empathy and urgency
New Delhi [India], September 17: The 18% GST on health insurance premium will be removed starting September 22, 2025, offering significant cost relief to families across India. This change means that policyholders will no longer pay this tax on premium, effectively reducing the average premi
Tamil Nadu Health Minister Ma. Subramanian has stated that there is no need for panic, such as wearing masks, in Tamil Nadu, and added that the current illnesses are only seasonal infections that typically occur during the monsoon period.
While speaking to ANI, Bihar Deputy CM said, "I thank the Prime Minister and the Finance Minister that under their guidance, the entire GST Council has passed it. The concerns of farmers, the common man, and the entire Indian economy have been addressed. The medical sector has been completel
The assessment also points out that 40 per cent of households are already reporting occurrences of diarrhoea, with water-borne illnesses spreading due to contamination from the bodies of victims and livestock, along with the destruction of sanitation facilities.
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], August 22: On the occasion of World Senior Citizens Day, Star Health and Allied Insurance Company Limited (Star Health Insurance), India's largest standalone health insurance provider, today announced a significant milestone in senior citizen healthcare protecti
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, on Wednesday, pledged housing for the needy and full financial support for the treatment of serious illnesses.
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], July 30: Star Health and Allied Insurance Company Ltd. (Star Health Insurance), India's largest health insurance company, today announced the financial results for Q1FY26, delivering steady growth and improved profitability while reinforcing its leadership posit