Rabi

In the first four months of 2026 alone, another 16,897 people received anti-rabies vaccines — around 141 cases daily, or nearly six every hour

Palamu district is witnessing a sharp rise in dog bite incidents, with 186 cases reported this month alone, attributed to heatwave conditions affecting canine behavior. Since January, the district has recorded over 1,500 such cases. Doctors emphasize immediate anti-rabies vaccination for all dog bites, even minor scratches, and advise thorough wound washing.

84 Aggressive Dogs Currently Housed In Two AMC Shelters

Ranchi is experiencing a surge in dog bite incidents, with over 100 cases reported daily at Sadar Hospital. Rising temperatures are contributing to increased aggression in stray dogs due to dehydration and hunger. Health officials urge immediate first aid and timely anti-rabies vaccination, emphasizing rabies' 100% fatality rate once symptoms appear.

India faces a severe dog bite crisis, prompting Supreme Court intervention. The court highlighted alarming figures from Tamil Nadu and Karnataka, with lakhs of cases and numerous deaths. It criticized governments for reactive approaches, emphasizing the need for proactive stray dog management and vaccination programs to protect public health and human lives.

In the tranquil surroundings of Solankur village, an unexpected menace has emerged. A rogue monkey has turned the peaceful community upside down, attacking 43 residents in a mere two days. Rescue teams are racing against time to subdue this unpredictable intruder, as villagers barricade themselves at home, anxious that the monkey might be carrying rabies.

In response to a heartbreaking incident involving a child's death, the Dhanbad Municipal Corporation is ramping up its Animal Birth Control initiative. Over the past two years, a remarkable 21,000 stray dogs have undergone sterilization and vaccination. To further enhance safety, the introduction of designated feeding zones is now mandatory, with strict penalties looming for breaches.

SC’s order sidesteps many practical problems, and it can lead to arbitrary removal of some peaceful dogs from institutional areas. That’s neither humane nor a solution

Tony Ghod Dod Road Neighbourhood Left Shaken

Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi convened a meeting with Sambalpur and Bargarh MLAs to streamline paddy procurement for the ongoing rabi season. Discussions centered on improving mandi infrastructure, token distribution, and ensuring timely paddy lifting by millers. Majhi emphasized farmer convenience and directed officials to promptly address any grievances, ensuring a smooth procurement process across Odisha.

Satyanarayan Pattnaik

rabi paddy procurement resumed in Sambalpur district after farmers ended their boycott over token availability and the new vehicle transport system. Following assurances on token distribution and VTS simplification, farmers agreed to resume sales, resolving the deadlock.