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Florida announced plans to end all state vaccine mandates, including for schoolchildren, becoming the first US state to do so. Officials cite parental choice, but health experts warn the move risks outbreaks of measles and other preventable infectious diseases

Hyderabad’s healthcare landscape is shifting as private equity and venture capital firms take control of corporate hospitals. Once managed by doctors, these institutions are now profit-driven, raising concerns about rising treatment costs for middle-class families and the need for public alternatives

Experts urge consumers to read food labels carefully, focusing on serving size, calorie count, sugar, and fat content. The National Institute of Nutrition warns against misleading claims and stresses informed choices to reduce risks of obesity, heart disease, and allergies

Suhana Khan, daughter of Shah Rukh Khan, faces legal trouble for allegedly buying government-allotted farmland in Thal village without proper permissions. Authorities are investigating the Rs 12.91 crore deal, while she prepares for her upcoming film King alongside her father

Migrant workers from Telangana travelling to Gulf nations are facing severe mental health challenges, including depression, anxiety, and substance abuse. Families left behind also suffer from loneliness and stress, with experts warning of addiction and legal risks due to strict drug laws abroad

A study in Nature Communications found that a single capsule of healthy gut bacteria helped obese adolescents reduce long-term risk of metabolic syndrome, a key driver of diabetes, heart disease, and stroke, even without significant weight loss.

Filmmaker-choreographer Farah Khan announced her YouTube talent show “Aunty Kisko Bola”, featuring Sajid Khan and Sunita Ahuja as the first judges. The show will spotlight women’s talents, with weekly guest judges. Farah also teased special appearances in upcoming episodes.

Maruti Suzuki Chairman R C Bhargava urged Indians to stand united against the US’s 50% tariffs on Indian goods, calling it economic bullying. He also welcomed proposed GST restructuring, expressing hope for reduced tax on small cars to boost consumers

Textile, leather, gems, and jewellery stocks fell in Thursday morning trade after the US imposed a steep 50% tariff on Indian goods from August 27, impacting exports worth over USD 48 billion. Broader markets also declined sharply in response

‘One medical college per district’ by the previous BRS government has turned health from a matter of luck into a matter of design

Two new polio cases have been confirmed in southern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, raising Pakistan’s 2025 tally to 23. The highly infectious disease persists in hard-to-reach areas with low vaccine acceptance, despite ongoing nationwide eradication efforts by health authorities and partners

Hodd’s Cocktail Bar, Hyatt Hyderabad Gachibowli, is hosting an exclusive Bar Takeover by Red Bar, New Delhi. Led by celebrated mixologist Virender Singh, the event offers guests cocktails inspired by shades of red, blending storytelling with innovative mixology

While maternal and child health indicators show remarkable progress, ageing populations, migration, and ‘ghost villages’ are a cause for concern

A UK study finds genetic testing of IVF embryos (PGT-A) can boost success rates in women aged 35–42, helping them conceive faster and reducing the emotional toll of repeated unsuccessful cycles.

A Lancet study has found a severe shortage of Rabies Immunoglobulin across Telangana, with only 1.8% of UPHCs stocking the life-saving injection. While rabies vaccines are widely available, doctors warn severe dog-bite victims may face life-threatening treatment delays

Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar revealed his health routine, stressing the importance of finishing dinner by 6.30 PM to aid digestion and reduce diseases. He also shared that he observes a complete Monday fast. Kumar’s next film 'Welcome To The Jungle' releases on December 20

NMC chief Dr Abhijat Sheth said medical seats are set to rise by about 8,000 this year despite CBI-linked disruptions. Inspections are underway, PG counselling begins September, while NExT exam remains delayed until consensus is achieved among stakeholders

A global study has found that children with higher dietary intake of omega-3 fatty acids face a lower risk of developing myopia. Researchers linked omega-3s to improved eye health, while high saturated fat intake was associated with increased risk.

Twenty tourists were stranded in Ranthambore National Park after their safari vehicle broke down and the guide left to fetch help. Videos of heated exchanges surfaced, prompting officials to bar three drivers and the guide pending an inquiry

Efforts to improve mental health outcomes in the LGBTQIA+ community must confront structural forces perpetuating their marginalisation

A 20-member NCC expedition team, comprising equal male and female cadets, will attempt to scale either Mt Yunam in Himachal Pradesh or Mt Shalang Dhura in Uttarakhand post-monsoon. The mission, promoting youth adventure, follows NCC’s successful Everest summit in May

A New York woman, Micherre Fox, discovered a 2.3-carat white diamond at Arkansas’s Crater of Diamonds State Park after weeks of searching. She plans to use it in her engagement ring. It’s the park’s third-largest diamond find this year

Superstar Rajinikanth’s film 'Coolie' released across Tamil Nadu on Friday amid fan frenzy, coinciding with his 50 years in cinema. Directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, the star-studded revenge saga features Aamir Khan, Nagarjuna, Upendra, Sathyaraj, Shruti Haasan, with music by Anirudh

Elon Musk accused Apple of unfairly boosting OpenAI’s ChatGPT in its App Store, hindering xAI’s Grok from reaching the top spot. Calling it an antitrust violation, Musk vowed legal action amid intensifying AI competition and Apple’s deep integration with OpenAI