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Diwali Disaster: Safdarjung Hospital Records 135 Burn Cases

Safdarjung Hospital in Delhi saw a surge of 135 burn cases during Diwali, with many injuries caused by firecrackers.

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Diwali fireworks push Raebareli's AQI past 165. Health experts warn residents about respiratory risks and advise using N-95 masks.

9 November 2026 · 3 minKRISHNVEER SINGH

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Tamil Nadu reports 462 burn injuries and two deaths during Diwali. Read more about the emergency response and other tragic festive accidents.

9 November 2026 · 3 minPoonam Rajpoot

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32 people, mostly children, treated for eye injuries in Hyderabad after Diwali mishaps. Two remain critical as doctors warn of permanent sight loss.

9 November 2026 · 3 minKRISHNVEER SINGH

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At least 35 people, including children, were hospitalized in Chhatarpur, MP, due to firecracker burn injuries during Diwali celebrations.

9 November 2026 · 3 minPoonam Rajpoot

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Karnataka to hire 1,000 doctors to boost healthcare, resolve medicine shortages, and add 350 new ambulances, says Health Minister UT Khader.

8 November 2026 · 2 minKRISHNVEER SINGH

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NPPA caps trade margins on 137 anti-cancer drugs, reducing prices for 1,031 formulations to provide massive relief to cancer patients in India.

7 November 2026 · 4 minPoonam Rajpoot

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The National Health Authority met in Kolkata to chart a roadmap for AB PM-JAY and ABDM, focusing on AI, digital health, and expanded coverage.

6 November 2026 · 4 minKRISHNVEER SINGH

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Assam sees a sharp drop in maternal sepsis deaths thanks to new digital monitoring and SOPs. The Centre now wants other states to adopt this model.

6 November 2026 · 4 minPoonam Rajpoot