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Gujarat Bans Rolling Papers and Pre-Rolled Cones: Health Concerns and Substance Abuse Prevention Measures
Dec 17, 2025 12:51 am CST
The Gujarat government has imposed an immediate ban on rolling papers and pre-rolled cones due to health hazards and concerns about youth substance abuse. The products, containing toxic chemicals like titanium oxide and potassium nitrate, were easily available at paan shops and grocery stores across the state. Violators will face charges under section 223 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.
The Hidden Cost of Plastic Recycling: Health and Environmental Concerns in Vietnam's Craft Villages
Dec 16, 2025 03:41 pm CST
Inside Vietnam's unregulated craft recycling villages, workers face a stark paradox: while providing essential income and helping manage the country's 1.8 million tonnes of annual plastic waste, these operations expose communities to severe health risks from toxic chemicals including lead and dioxins. Despite economic benefits that have transformed farming communities into prosperous villages, residents report high cancer rates and significantly reduced life expectancy, highlighting the urgent need for formalized, environmentally sound recycling practices.
Dangerous Side Effects: Chinese Woman Hospitalized After Unregulated Weight Loss Injections Cause Severe Health Complications
Dec 10, 2025 11:49 am CST
A 28-year-old Chinese woman experienced life-threatening complications, including vomiting blood and digestive tract damage, after using unregulated weight loss injections containing illegally sourced semaglutide. Despite losing 5kg in four days, she required emergency hospitalization, raising serious concerns about unsafe weight loss products and treatments circulating in the market.
Health Expert Warns: "Green Crackers" Still Harmful to Air Quality and Public Health During Diwali
Oct 16, 2025 03:12 pm CST
Delhi's top chest surgeon Dr. Arvind Kumar challenges the notion of "green crackers" being safe, warning that despite Supreme Court's approval for their use during Diwali, all firecrackers contribute to air pollution and significant health risks. With Delhi's winter pollution already concerning, medical experts anticipate increased emergency hospital admissions for respiratory, cardiac and neurological conditions following the festival season.
Minor Couple In Live-In Relationship Has Baby In Jharkhand
Sep 25, 2025 01:28 am CST
A 14-year-old girl who is in a live-in relationship with a boy two years older than her gave birth to a baby in Khunti district of Jharkhand, prompting the administration to decide on intensifying its campaign to prevent early marriage and pregnancy
Madhya Pradesh High Court Allows 14-Year-Old Rape Survivor To Undergo Abortion
Sep 23, 2025 02:27 pm CST
The girl, who was 28 weeks pregnant, had initially faced resistance from her parents, but they agreed to the procedure after court-directed counselling.
What Is Tylenol, Drug Trump Linked With Autism And Asked Pregnant Women To Avoid
Sep 23, 2025 01:27 pm CST
The US Food and Drug Administration will advise doctors against routine Tylenol use in pregnant women due to a potential autism link, President Donald Trump announced Monday.
Engine Starts After Breakfast: Oil Kumar Swaps Meals For Motor Oil
Sep 19, 2025 05:12 pm CST
A Karnataka man has captured public attention for his highly unusual dietary habits. 'Oil Kumar' from the Shivamogga district allegedly drinks tea and nearly seven to eight litres of engine oil daily.