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Four children die due to suspected Chandipura virus infection in Gujarat; Here are symptoms and other details
Four children have died in Gujarat's Sabarkantha district from a suspected Chandipura virus infection, with two more undergoing treatment. Health authorities are awaiting confirmation from the National Institute of Virology in Pune. Preventive measures are being taken to control the spread of the virus.
"Heart simply explodes': PM Modi flags concerns with Putin over missile strike on children's hospital in Kyiv
"Let's take war, any conflict or terrorist acts: any person who believes in humanity feels pain when people die, and especially when innocent children die. When we feel such pain, the heart simply explodes, and I had the opportunity to talk about these issues with you yesterday," Modi told Putin.
'Ukraine responsible for missile attack on children's hospital in Kyiv': Russian Ambassador at UN
A children's hospital in Kyiv was hit during Russia's missile strikes on Ukrainian cities. Two people died, and the Ohmatdyt Children's Hospital sustained major damage. Andriy Yermak, President Zelenskyy's Chief of Staff, reported 36 deaths and 140 inju...
Indian medical students in Ukraine aid Kyiv hospital amid conflict
Indian students helped doctors after a Russian missile hit a Kyiv children's hospital. Ukraine’s Ministry expressed heartfelt gratitude. PM Modi, in Austria, urged for diplomacy. Zelenskyy criticized Modi's Russia visit amid rising tensions. The attack killed 43 during rush hour, causing panic. Modi discussed child deaths with Putin. Ukraine praised students for aiding rescue operations.
Toll in attack on Kyiv children's hospital reaches 42
Dozens of volunteers including hospital staff and rescue workers dug through debris from the Okhmatdyt paediatric hospital in a desperate search for survivors after the rare day-time bombardment, AFP journalists on the scene saw.
This age is not of dismissing red lines
Okhmatdyt Children's Hospital in Kyiv was bombed, allegedly by a Russian missile, which Moscow denies. Geneva Convention rules by Henri Dunant underscore civilian protection and humanitarian access. PM Modi highlighted terror from child victims in state-sanctioned mass murders from Kyiv to Gaza, Guantanamo Bay, Syria, Yemen, showing blatant war rule breaches in modern conflicts.
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Modi tells Putin that death of innocent children is very painful
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed pain over the death of innocent children to Russian President Vladimir Putin, following a deadly strike on a children's hospital in Kyiv. Modi emphasized the need for peace through dialogue, while Putin highlighted the special strategic partnership between Russia and India.
Tennis: Victorious Svitolina wears black ribbon for Ukraine at Wimbledon
Elina Svitolina, the 21st seed, advanced to the Wimbledon quarter-finals by defeating Wang Xinyu. She will face the 2022 champion, Elena Rybakina. The Odesa-born Ukrainian was emotional due to a Russian missile strike on a children's hospital in Kyiv, part of broader airstrikes on Ukrainian cities and aviation bases, which Moscow claims targeted defence industry targets. Svitolina wore a Wimbledon-approved black ribbon and broke down in her interview. With family in Ukraine, she uses the grasscourt Grand Slam to raise awareness and support for her country. The Russian airstrikes killed 36 civilians while Moscow denies targeting civilians. Wimbledon now permits Russian and Belarusian athletes to compete as 'neutral' players.
Russian missile attack kills 29, hits children's hospital, Ukraine says
Russia launched a devastating daylight missile attack on multiple Ukrainian cities, including Kyiv, killing at least 29 civilians and damaging Kyiv's main children's hospital. The assault, which involved over 40 missiles, also affected Kryvyi Rih, Dnipro, and two eastern cities. President Volodymyr Zelenskiy condemned the attacks, calling for global action against Russia's air strikes. Kyiv's Mayor, Vitali Klitschko, described it as one of the war's largest attacks. The strikes come ahead of a NATO summit where Ukrainian security is a key focus. Russia claimed the strikes targeted defense industry sites and aviation bases.
Madhya Pradesh: 5 children die of suspected food poisoning at Indore shelter home; 38 hospitalised
Two more children have died in a suspected food poisoning incident at Indore's Shri Yugpurush Dham Baudhik Vikas Kendra, raising the death toll to five. The number of children undergoing treatment for symptoms has also increased to 38, with four in critical condition. All the children are undergoing treatment at Government Chacha Nehru Hospital, with four admitted to the Intensive Care Unit ward.
Wockhardt soars to 6-year high
Wockhardt's stock soared 20% as Zaynich antibiotic treated a US cancer patient with Pseudomonas infection at Children's Hospital of Orange County. The drug's success enabled chemotherapy, highlighting its potential impact on cancer deaths and Wockhardt's financial outlook.
Bengaluru witnessing sharp rise in dengue cases: Doctors say situation may worsen, women and children at greater risk
Hospitals in Bengaluru report a sharp rise in dengue cases, especially among women and children, with 60 new cases daily according to BBMP data. Pregnant women face increased risks, including hemorrhagic fever and complications for the fetus. Medical experts advise strict preventive measures, such as avoiding water stagnation and using mosquito repellents, to mitigate the spread of the disease.
Three children die after under-construction house wall collapses in Greater Noida
After heavy rains hit Delhi-NCR, three children died when the wall of an under-construction house collapsed in Khodna Kalan village, Greater Noida. Eight children were trapped; three were declared dead, and five are being treated in the hospital. Relief operations are ongoing. Additionally, a canopy collapse at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport's Terminal 1 killed one person and injured eight. Flight operations from Terminal 1 are suspended. Delhi recorded 228.1mm of rain in 24 hours, the highest in June since 1936. Further investigations are underway.
Palestinian casualties in Israeli hostage rescue raid cross 270
Israeli forces continue to target central Gaza after a deadly hostage rescue raid. The Gaza health ministry reported 274 Palestinians killed, including women and children, by Israeli special forces during the operation to rescue hostages held by Hamas militants.
UN will declare that both Israel and Hamas are violating children's rights in armed conflict
The U.N. secretary-general will report to the Security Council next week on Israel and Hamas violating children's rights. The report includes parties like Kachin Independence Army and Russia. Israel's inclusion will increase global attention on its actions in Gaza.
A realistic way to protect kids from social media? Find a middle ground
Ahmed Othman, a teenager from Massachusetts, avoids TikTok and credits his parents, computer scientists, for teaching him about social media's impact on mental health. He is among the minority of teens not on TikTok, as per Pew Research Center data.
MCD issues fire advisory to health facilities, asks for report by May 31
Health facilities are directed to regularly inspect fire-fighting equipment such as extinguishers, hydrants, and alarms to ensure all are functional, according to the advisory.
Bihar Heatwave: Over 50 students faint in several schools; children taken to hospital in bikes, tempos as ambulance fails to arrive
During the ongoing heatwave across various regions of India, more than 50 students across different schools in Bihar are said to have fainted due to dehydration. Bihar experienced scorching temperatures with mercury levels surpassing 44 degrees Celsius at nine locations in the state on Tuesday. Aurangabad recorded the highest temperature in the state at 47.7 degrees Celsius, according to Ashish Kumar, a scientist from the IMD in Patna.
Children hospital fire heart-rending, guilty won't be spared: Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal
Delhi's Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has condemned a fire at a children's hospital in Shahdara, killing seven newborns. Health Minister Saurabh Bharadwaj has vowed strict punishment for those found guilty. The incident occurred at the Baby Care New Born Hospital, where twelve newborns were rescued, but seven died.
Delhi children's hospital fire: Saurabh Bharadwaj seeks 'immediate enquiry' into accident which took lives of 7 babies
A fire at a children's hospital in Delhi's Vivek Vihar resulted in the death of seven new born babies. Health Minister Saurabh Bharadwaj has requested a speedy enquiry into the incident and has directed officials to ensure free treatment for rescued children in the best private hospitals under the Farishtey scheme. He has also issued directions for speedy compensation to the families of deceased and injured children and to expedite the arrests of those running the hospital. Legal action is being taken against the hospital owner, Naveen Kichi.
NCPCR chief blames authorities for fire at children's hospital in Delhi
Twelve newborns were rescued from the facility but seven of them died. Five babies are undergoing treatment at another hospital.
L-G VK Saxena directs chief secretary to 'institute an inquiry' into Delhi hospital fire
Delhi Fire Services officials said a blaze erupted at the Baby Care New Born Hospital in east Delhi's Vivek Vihar area around 11:30 pm on Saturday and spread to two adjacent buildings.
Gujarat HC takes suo motu cognizance of Rajkot game zone fire, calls it man-made disaster
A special bench of the Gujarat High Court took suo motu cognizance of the fire incident at a game zone in Rajkot, calling it a 'man-made disaster' due to lack of necessary approvals for such zones.
Delhi hospital fire: NCPCR deploys team to investigate
Delhi hospital fire: The NCPCR has dispatched a team to investigate a fire at the Baby Care New Born Hospital in east Delhi's Vivek Vihar, which resulted in the deaths of seven newborns. The blaze, which started around 11:30 pm on Saturday, quickly spread to two nearby buildings. Twelve newborns were rescued, with seven fatalities.
"Heart-rending": President Murmu expresses condolences on deaths of newborns at hospital in Delhi
President Droupadi Murmu and Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal have expressed condolences after seven newborns died in a fire at New Born Baby Care Hospital in Vivek Vihar, Delhi. The incident has left 12 children rescued, with one already dead before the fire call was made. Six newborn babies died after the fire broke out, and five others were admitted to the hospital. The care centre owner, Naveen Kichi, is still absconding, and an FIR is being registered against him
Study reveals: Babies of bilingual mothers show heightened sound perception
A recent study conducted in Spain suggests that newborns of bilingual mothers exhibit a broader range of sound perception compared to those of monolingual mothers. Researchers found that babies exposed to bilingual environments in the womb are more sensitive to various pitches, while those from monolingual backgrounds show heightened responses to specific pitches associated with their native language.
Responsible Innovation, how a blueprint for collaborative action is advancing global healthcare
On the occasion of the Abu Dhabi Global Healthcare Week (ADGHW), Dr. Asma Ibrahim Al Mannaei, Executive Director of the Research and Innovation Centre, discusses the UAE's prioritisation of healthcare in driving investments and partnerships focusing on advancing technology and attracting top talent and fostering collaboration with India reflecting shared challenges and opportunities in healthcare. Overall, collaboration with global partners and investment in manufacturing capabilities exemplify the UAE's commitment to healthcare excellence and innovation, while initiatives like Malaffi enhance data-driven services. Read on to discover how ADGHW aims to faciliate responsible innovation in healthcare, even as the UAE emphasises patient rights protection in an era of advancing AI and data usage.
Empowering healthcare innovations: Dr. Noura Khamis Al Ghaithi on ADGHW's role in global healthcare collaboration
H.E. Dr. Noura Khamis Al Ghaithi discusses ADGHW as a platform for global healthcare collaboration, focusing on innovations and partnerships with Indian healthcare providers. The event aims to develop precision health initiatives, strengthen life sciences research, attract medical tourism, and support a growing startup ecosystem.
Anand Rathi initiates coverage on 6 hospital stocks with upside potential of up to 25%
Anand Rathi initiates coverage on 6 hospital stocks, recommending 'buy' for Max Healthcare, Rainbow Children’s Medicare, KIMS, and Jupiter Life-Line Hospitals, while suggesting 'hold' for Global Health (MEDANTA) and Narayana Hrudayalaya. They cite India's healthcare market potential, driven by demographic changes and non-communicable diseases, forecasting 15% CAGR to Rs 7.7 lakh crore by FY25.
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