WHO to tackle dengue, environmental health in annual meet
The meeting hopes to formulate policies to support western Pacific countries combat the diseases in a bid to sustain the WHO goals.
Oct 10, 2016, 14:27 PM IST
SC unhappy over Delhi meet on chikungunya, dengue; LG Najeeb Jung holds another meet
After being pulled up by the Supreme Court, Delhi Lt. Governor Najeeb Jung held a second meeting at Raj Niwas on Thursday with Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia, Health Minister Satyendar Jain and several senior officers to review the situation related to spread of vector-borne diseases in Delhi.
Oct 06, 2016, 23:24 PM IST
'Surgical strike' needed on dengue, chikungunya: Expert
During a chikungunya or dengue virus outbreak, aggressive vector management and personal protection activities are required to effectively reduce mosquito density and prevent mosquitoes from feeding on infected people.
Oct 06, 2016, 10:27 AM IST
World's first dengue vaccine 'Dengvaxia' now approved in 11 countries
Dengvaxia, world's first vaccine for the deadly disease dengue has now been approved in 11 more countries.
Oct 04, 2016, 23:45 PM IST
SC imposes Rs 25,000 cost on Delhi Health Minister
The Supreme Court on Monday imposed a cost of Rs 25,000 on Delhi government Health Minister Satyendra Jain for failing to file an affidavit naming the officials allegedly not co-operating in the efforts to contain the chikungunya and dengue virus.
Oct 03, 2016, 13:37 PM IST
Grow plants to deter mosquitoes: Expert
Growing pest-repelling plants and herbs inside homes can help in warding off the threat of mosquito-borne diseases like chikungunya, dengue and malaria in the city, say experts.
Oct 02, 2016, 00:42 AM IST
Give names of officials who are no cooperating: SC to AAP govt
"You have made a serious allegation in your affidavit. Who are the officials disobeying you?” asks SC.
Sep 30, 2016, 19:33 PM IST
One-day special session of Delhi Assembly to be held today
A one-day special session of the Delhi Assembly is being held on Friday, where the session is expected to discuss the current issues including measures to deal with Chikungunya and dengue.
Sep 30, 2016, 09:02 AM IST
Delhi govt's job to ensure city is disease free: Centre to Supreme Court
The Centre on Monday told the Supreme Court that it was the duty of Delhi government to ensure that the national capital remained clean and free from diseases like chikungunya and dengue.
Sep 26, 2016, 20:31 PM IST
Step up cleanliness efforts, L-G Najeeb Jung tells Delhi govt, local bodies
Lt. Governor Najeeb Jung on Monday held a meeting at Raj Niwas to discuss issues related to cleanliness in Delhi, keeping in view the rising cases of chikungunya, dengue, and malaria.
Sep 26, 2016, 18:29 PM IST
Mosquito breeding: Sushmita Sen served notice by BMC
Bollywood actress Sushmita Sen has reportedly been served a notice by Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC). According to ANI, some mosquito breeding spots were found at her house in Khar.
Sep 26, 2016, 16:15 PM IST
Kejriwal govt starts month-long fogging drive amid dengue, chikungunya outbreak in Delhi
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and Health Minister Satyendar Jain on Thursday initiated a special fogging drive to prevent the spread of dengue and chikungunya.
Sep 22, 2016, 15:53 PM IST
Chikungunya menace in Delhi: SC to hear PIL on September 26
A public interest litigation (PIL) was filed in the Supreme Court on Wednesday against the Delhi government over its inability to control the spread of chikungunya, dengue, and malaria.
Sep 21, 2016, 13:31 PM IST
Now, special 'Terminator' train to combat dengue, chikungunya in Delhi from Sept 23
The moves aims at curbing mosquito breeding in comparatively unhygienic areas and slums alongside the railway lines in the national capital.
Sep 21, 2016, 13:19 PM IST
Vidya Balan 'recovering well' from dengue
Vidya Balan was diagnosed with the disease on Thursday and has been advised bed rest for the next 10-15 days by her doctor.
Sep 19, 2016, 13:38 PM IST
Ink attack on Delhi Deputy CM Manish Sisodia outside LG's house
Lt Governor Najeeb Jung had on September 16 asked Manish Sisodia to cut short his trip to Finland and immediately return to Delhi.
Sep 19, 2016, 12:50 PM IST
Chikungunya, dengue loom large over travel, tourism sector
The chikungunya and dengue outbreak in the national capital has begun to impact travel and tourism sector ahead of the holiday season.
Sep 18, 2016, 14:12 PM IST
Delhi govt panel 'rules out' chikungunya as primary cause of deaths
Hospitals in the city have reported at least 15 deaths this season due to complications triggered by chikungunya which has also affected over 1,700 people in Delhi.
Sep 17, 2016, 22:45 PM IST
Amid row, AAP says spend 30 min cleaning house to keep Chikungunya, Dengue at bay
Asserting that prevention is more crucial than treatment, the minister on Saturday called on the residents to ensure that no stagnant water is around their house.
Sep 17, 2016, 19:13 PM IST
LG Najeeb Jung calls for Manish Sisodia's immediate return to Delhi from Finland
LG calls Manish Sisodia to come back from Finland and loof after increasing dengue issue in Delhi. Watch the full segment for more details.
Sep 17, 2016, 14:21 PM IST
