The Directorate of Public Health and Preventive Medicine (DPH) has directed the Deputy Director of Health Services (DDHS) to adhere to specific guidelines to curb the spread of Scrub Typhus, a rickettsial disease caused by rickettsiae, which are parasites found in arthropods such as lice, fleas, ticks, and mites. Scrub Typhus Symptoms and Risk Factors…
A tragic incident unfolded in Selaiyur, Tambaram, as an 18-year-old college student, Chandran Sathosh, died after allegedly being administered an injection at a private pharmacy. The incident has sparked widespread protests by students and locals demanding justice and stricter regulation of private medical establishments. Incident Details Chandran Sathosh, a first-year student from a private college…
In a shocking incident, a man from Ambattur, Chennai, allegedly attempted to run over his girlfriend with his car after she filed a complaint against him for cheating. The Chennai police have registered a case based on the complaint lodged by the woman and her brother and are actively investigating the matter. Allegations of Deceit…
Chennai’s Perungudi dumpyard, once a sprawling 226-acre landfill filled with over 50 years of accumulated waste, is now witnessing a remarkable transformation. Through innovative biomining techniques and sustainable practices, the Chennai Corporation has successfully reclaimed 96 acres of land, marking a significant step toward environmental sustainability. Biomining: The Key to Success Launched in 2021, the…
