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India's oil intake has tripled-how much is too much for your health?

India's per capita oil intake has jumped to 23.5 kg a year-nearly twice the ICMR's limit-raising health concerns over obesity, heart disease, and diabetes

Ayushman Bharat hospital list: How to check free treatment near you

Learn how to use official portals to find empanelled hospitals near you under Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY and access up to ₹5 lakh in free healthcare benefits

Is your heartburn pill safe? Panel recommends banning ranitidine in India

An expert panel has recommended suspending ranitidine after tests found cancer-linked NDMA levels in half the samples, bringing India closer to a nationwide ban

Pope Francis (1936-2025): The Argentine pontiff who led with mercy, reforms

Pope Francis passed away at 88. As the first Latin American and Jesuit pope, he was renowned for his humility, advocacy for the marginalised, and efforts to reform the Catholic Church

World Liver Day 2025: Why liver damage is not just about alcohol anymore

World Liver Day 2025 highlights a rise in non-alcoholic fatty liver disease in India. Experts explain how diet, exercise, and routine tests can prevent liver damage-even without alcohol use

Hope after chemo: Lymph node removal may boost ovarian cancer survival

A recent study by Aiims, Delhi suggests that removing lymph nodes after chemotherapy may significantly improve survival rates among ovarian cancer patients

Infosys Q4 net profit drops 12% to ₹7,033 crore; revenue rises 7.9%

Infosys reports 12% fall in Q4 net profit to ₹7,033 crore; announces ₹22 dividend and highlights AI, cloud, and automation focus for FY26

Dolo-650 is India's favourite popping pill. But how much is too much?

Dolo-650, a paracetamol-based tablet manufactured by Micro Labs, has emerged as a household name in India, particularly after the onset of Covid-19. But, how much of this fever pill is safe for you?

New blood test from Aiims detects cervical cancer earlier, cheaper: Details

The ₹2,500 test detects HPV DNA in blood, offering early relapse warnings, simpler follow-ups, and a cost-effective alternative to scans and biopsies

'Eradicated' measles returns to the US. How safe are we in India right now?

With measles resurging in the US, Indian experts say there is no cause for panic yet but underline the need for high vaccine coverage and public awareness

Why Mounjaro's India entry has doctors and patients picking up the phone

With obesity on the rise, Eli Lilly's weight-loss injection triggers a rush of consultations as Indians seek safer, cheaper options to black-market drugs

Meet 14-yr-old Indian-origin teen whose app detects heart disease in 7 secs

Dallas-based Siddharth Nandyala's app 'Circadian AI' detects heart ailments in seven seconds, boasting over 96 per cent accuracy across US and Indian patient trials

Ayushman Bharat: Key health conditions not covered under ₹5 lakh insurance

Ayushman Bharat (AB PM-JAY) excludes OPD care, dental work, IVF, and cosmetic surgery from its ₹5 lakh health insurance cover - here's the full list of uncovered conditions

Mehul Choksi detained in Belgium; India initiates extradition process

The fugitive diamantaire, wanted in the infamous Punjab National Bank fraud case, was granted residency in Belgium on November 15, 2023

Anti-ageing millionaire Bryan Johnson raises alarm over India's pollution

Tech entrepreneur says breathing in India equates to smoking multiple cigarettes daily

Hit the gym! Building muscles may cut diabetes risk by 44%, genes no bar

Muscle up, sugar down: A new study has found individuals with high muscle strength have a 44% lower risk of developing type 2 diabetes, irrespective of their genetic predisposition to the disease

HIV spike stuns Uttarakhand hospital with 477 cases in just 15 months

According to reports, the majority of patients are men and few infected children likely contracted the virus from mothers

India battles a silent epidemic: Why vitamin D deficiency is a big worry

Over one in five Indians suffer from vitamin D deficiency, increasing the risk of rickets and osteoporosis. Experts are now calling for a national strategy, food fortification, and greater awareness

From eradicated to epidemic: Why measles has made a comeback in US

Texas has reported over 500 confirmed measles cases, with most patients unvaccinated. Health officials are pushing emergency vaccinations to curb the escalating outbreak

Homeopathy linked to fewer side effects than allopathy, ayurveda: Survey

World Homeopathy Day: LocalCircles survey finds only 24 per cent of homeopathy users experienced side effects compared to 51 per cent for allopathy