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Eastern India’s First Robotic CRS With HIPEC Gives 42-Year-Old Ovarian Cancer Patient a New Lease of Life

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Howrah: In a significant advancement in cancer care in Eastern India, Narayana Hospital, Howrah has performed the region’s first Robotic Cytoreductive Surgery (CRS) combined with Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy (HIPEC) for a 42-year-old woman suffering from advanced ovarian cancer. The patient, who was diagnosed with Stage IIIC ovarian cancer, was discharged just three days after the […]

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Organ Donation Awareness: Manipal Hospitals Kolkata Launches ‘Shuruwat Ghar Se’ Initiative

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Kolkata : A conversation within a family could become a life-changing decision for someone waiting for an organ transplant. On World Organ Donation Day, Manipal Hospitals Kolkata launched ‘Shuruwat Ghar Se’, an initiative aimed at encouraging people to discuss organ donation openly with their families and make informed pledges. The initiative featured Dr. Thankam S, […]

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Airtel IPTV’s Independence Day Watchlist Puts Courage, Sacrifice and Gratitude in Focus

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Kolkata : This Independence Day, Airtel and Netflix are inviting viewers to revisit stories of courage, sacrifice and resilience through a special watchlist on Airtel IPTV, led by Operation Safed Sagar. Inspired by the Indian Air Force’s Golden Arrows Squadron and its role during the 1999 Kargil War, Operation Safed Sagar takes viewers closer to […]

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Breast Health in Focus: Narayana Hospital Barasat Launches Specialised Breast Oncology Services

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Barasat : North 24 Parganas and neighbouring districts received a major boost in specialised cancer treatment as Narayana Hospital Barasat launched comprehensive Breast Oncology Services, taking another step towards its “Organ Specific Cancer Care Management” programme.The newly introduced service, available every Wednesday from 10 am to 2 pm, will focus on the complete spectrum of […]

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Strong Bones Need More Than Milk: Orthopaedic Expert Busts Common Myths on Bone Health

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Balanced nutrition, regular exercise, vitamin D and healthy lifestyle habits are essential to prevent osteoporosis and fractures, says Narayana Hospital expert. Kolkata: Strong bones are not built by drinking milk alone. While calcium remains important, maintaining healthy bones requires a combination of balanced nutrition, regular physical activity, adequate sunlight exposure and healthy lifestyle habits, according […]

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World Brain Day: Healthy Lifestyle Choices Can Reduce Dementia Risk, Says Neurologist

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Kolkata: Dementia is often considered an inevitable part of ageing, but experts say its risk can be significantly reduced—or its onset delayed—through healthy lifestyle choices. While factors such as age and genetics cannot be changed, adopting healthier daily habits can help protect brain health over the long term. On the occasion of World Brain Day, […]

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अन्य महिलाओं के लिए प्रेरणास्रोत बनीं डब्ल्यूबीएसडीए की नवनिर्वाचित कोषाध्यक्ष डॉ. सीमा गुप्ता

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कोलकाता: सामाजिक, पारिवारिक और व्यावसायिक क्षेत्र में अपनी अलग पहचान बना चुकीं डॉ. सीमा गुप्ता को हाल ही में वेस्ट बंगाल स्वर्णकार डेवलपमेंट एसोसिएशन (डब्ल्यूबीएसडीए) का कोषाध्यक्ष नियुक्त किया गया है। उनकी इस नियुक्ति को संगठन के प्रति विश्वास, कार्यकुशलता और लंबे समय से किए जा रहे सामाजिक योगदान का सम्मान माना जा रहा है। […]

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Monsoon Can Trigger Asthma and Allergies: Know the Causes, Prevention and Warning Signs

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Pulmonologist Dr. Sujan Bardhan explains why humidity, mold and dust mites increase respiratory problems during the rainy season and shares simple preventive measures. Kolkata: While the monsoon brings relief from the scorching summer heat, it also creates conditions that can worsen asthma and allergies. According to Dr. Sujan Bardhan, Consultant, Pulmonology, the rainy season often […]

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Three Horse Cruelty FIRs in Kolkata Prompt PETA India to Seek Heritage E-Carriages

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Kolkata : Three recent First Information Reports (FIRs) related to alleged horse cruelty in Kolkata have prompted PETA India to call on the West Bengal government to replace horse-drawn tourist carriages with heritage-style electric vehicles. The appeal also follows the recent death of an 18-year-old Indian tourist in a horse-carriage accident in New York City. […]

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Sealdah Division Expands Suburban Rail Network from July 6: New AC Local, More EMU Services, Better Metro Connectivity

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Kolkata : In a major boost for daily commuters, Eastern Railway’s Sealdah Division will introduce several new suburban train services and extend existing routes from July 6, 2026, to reduce overcrowding and improve passenger convenience across its network. The initiative includes a new AC EMU Local between Sealdah and Barasat, additional peak-hour services on key […]

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