Mercury contamination in Ahmedabad's Sabarmati riverfront is raising concerns over river health. The issue has drawn attention to possible industrial pollution and the need to identify contamination sources. Regular monitoring of mercury levels and industrial discharges is important for assessing risks to aquatic ecosystems and communities around the river.
Telangana has merged its Food Safety and Drug Control departments under a new unified body, TG SAFE. IPS officer Avinash Mohanty has been appointed as its Commissioner. The move aims to strengthen regulation, inspections, testing and enforcement of food, medicines and cosmetics, while improving coordination, intelligence, data systems, laboratories and public health protection across the state.
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Bangladesh recorded three more dengue deaths and 805 new admissions in 24 hours, taking the 2026 death toll to 70. Since January, 23,978 patients have been hospitalised, with 22,159 recovering. Dengue cases are rising sharply in Chattogram, as monsoon rains create favourable breeding conditions for Aedes mosquitoes nationwide during peak monsoon season.
Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh called for making diabetes prevention a national priority, saying rural India is also facing a growing diabetes burden. He stressed early detection, timely treatment, lifestyle changes and regular monitoring. He also highlighted RSSDI's rural outreach programme and digital portal, aimed at improving diabetes awareness, screening, care and follow-up in villages.
A young man, Pritam Roy, died at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College after suffering severe injuries in a road accident. His family alleged medical negligence and sought an inquiry into his death. Hospital officials said he suffered hemorrhagic shock due to heavy blood loss and confirmed that the complaint is being investigated by authorities.
Jamal Musiala sparked concern after collapsing during Bayern Munich's friendly against RB Leipzig, shortly after scoring. Reports suggested he experienced sudden dizziness amid temperatures above 30 degrees C. Bayern reassured fans that he was fine but did not confirm the cause. His recent serious injury recovery has added to concerns surrounding the incident.
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Shaheen Bhatt has highlighted the physiological sigh as a simple breathing technique for moments of anxiety and overwhelm. The method involves two short inhales followed by a slow, prolonged exhale. Research suggests controlled breathing may reduce physiological stress and improve mood, offering a practical tool to manage racing thoughts and everyday anxiety.
Diet soda may be a better choice than fruit juice for liver metabolic health because it contains little or no sugar. Liverdoc ranks water, black coffee and whole fruits higher, while placing sugary drinks, energy drinks and alcohol among the worst choices. However, water remains the best everyday beverage for liver health.
Maharashtra FDA chief Tukaram Mundhe, whose crackdown on eateries has gained him widespread praise, said that recently his son made a dinner reservation, after which the hotel staff wondered if the IAS officer would come too. The staff then contacted Mundhe's friend, who in turn called him. Mundhe informed he wasn't visiting the place, adding that there's an alertness now.
The 2026 Drugs, Medical Devices and Cosmetics Bill has triggered opposition from 11 medical-device associations, which say it ignores Parliament’s calls for a separate law and regulator. The industry argues the draft retains pharma-centric terminology, criminalises technical lapses and grants excessive inspector powers, risking investment, innovation and patient safety.
