In 1907, a lawyer worried about shared water cups helped push a disposable paper cup into daily American lifeA simple invention, the disposable paper cup, transformed public hygiene in the early 1900s. Lawyer Lawrence Luellen's idea offered a safe ...
12 Jun, 2026, 05.07 PM IST
Seven more Shigella cases confirmed in Kerala's WayanadSeven new Shigella infections have been confirmed among students in Wayanad, Kerala, bringing the total to 16. Health officials are intensi...
12 Jun, 2026, 12.42 PM IST
Mohini Mani cause of death: Actor Ajith Kumar's mother dies at 85. Kamal Haasan pays tributeTamil cinema mourns the passing of Mohini Mani, mother of actor Ajith Kumar. She died at 85 after health issues. Mohini Mani played a key r...
30 May, 2026, 11.29 AM IST
90.6% hospital births, 96% plus vaccinations: NFHS-6 reflects India's "accelerated progress" in family health parametersIndia's National Family Health Survey-6 shows significant improvements in maternal and child health. Vaccinations and antenatal care have i...
29 May, 2026, 11.13 PM IST
Hantavirus scare a wake-up call: Why India must build its disease X defencesA recent hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship echoes past pandemic scares. Experts warn Disease X, a future unknown pathogen, is a near cer...
24 May, 2026, 11.21 PM IST
Officials says India closely monitoring Ebola situation, experts urge vigilanceGlobal health authorities are on alert as Ebola cases rise in Africa. Indian health officials are closely watching the situation and review...
18 May, 2026, 06.36 PM IST
Delhi Metro lift incident: Woman’s claim of man urinating sparks outrage online at Kalkaji Metro StationViral video of a man urinating inside a lift at Delhi’s Kalkaji Metro Station has sparked outrage online after Instagram user Deepshika Meh...
17 May, 2026, 11.25 AM IST
Common airplane habits can have dangerous health impact: 3 mistakes to avoid that people often makeExperts have warned that some routine in-flight hygiene habits may increase exposure to bacteria during air travel. According to flight att...
10 May, 2026, 11.47 PM IST
High TPC levels! Dark, degraded oil found in popular fast food chain: Study explains its impact on your healthA recent food safety scare has put the spotlight on reused cooking oil risks after a KFC outlet in Kondapur, Hyderabad was reportedly found...
06 May, 2026, 12.22 PM IST
What Happens When You Soak a Shower Head in Vinegar OvernightShower heads often get clogged with minerals, reducing water flow. A simple vinegar soak effectively removes these deposits. This method is...
05 May, 2026, 04.26 PM IST
Manali tourist charging point turns into dumping spot within hours; viral video sparks civic sense debateA newly installed phone charging point for tourists in Himachal Pradesh's Manali quickly became a dumping ground for trash, sparking outrag...
03 May, 2026, 04.23 PM IST
Can watermelon turn so deadly that it can kill you? Doctors explain after 4 Mumbai deaths & here’s how to eat it safelyA tragic incident in Mumbai, where four family members died after reportedly consuming watermelon, has raised concerns over food poisoning,...
28 Apr, 2026, 06.22 PM IST
You’re Probably Drying Your Towels Wrong - And It’s Ruining Them FasterHarsh drying methods, particularly high heat in tumble dryers, significantly damage towel fibers, leading to brittleness and reduced lifesp...
21 Apr, 2026, 05.56 PM IST
National Cleanliness Day 2023: Significance, Theme, and MoreThe theme for National Cleanliness Day 2023 is "Swachh Bharat: Swasth Bharat." The purpose of this day is to raise awareness about the impo...
30 Jan, 2023, 12.35 PM IST
Japan’s hygiene major Saraya picks up majority stake in Mystair HygieneSaraya, based in Osaka, is a leading global manufacturer of infection control, sanitation and hygiene products with 12 factories, 3 R&D lab...
17 Jul, 2020, 01.30 PM IST
Railways plans kiosks for sanitary pads, contraceptivesAccording to the policy, railways plans to rope in companies for construction of toilets at all 8,500 stations which will also be utilised ...
31 May, 2018, 07.52 AM IST
Safe food should be a priority: WHOThe theme for World Health Day, which falls on April 7, is safe food this year.
01 Apr, 2015, 04.31 PM IST