Rabi

Goa's rabies control efforts show significant shortcomings, with a third of pet owners neglecting vaccinations and sterilization rates alarmingly low. A joint survey revealed poor access to vet services, widespread myths, and a lack of effective bite reporting. Preventable rabies deaths remain a real risk without immediate, targeted interventions and community engagement.

Bhubaneswar's ambitious stray dog vaccination drive has covered 35% of the city's wards in one month, with 30% of the estimated 47,000 dogs receiving shots. The initiative, a collaboration with OUAT and Mission rabies, aims for completion in two months. Random antibody testing will follow vaccination.

Following a tragic dog attack on a five-year-old boy, the Dhanbad Municipal Corporation claims significant progress in controlling stray dog populations and reducing bite cases. The civic body stated that nearly 21,046 dogs have been sterilized and vaccinated, with daily captures for the program.

Bhubaneswar saw over 600 stray dogs vaccinated against rabies on World Veterinary Day. This special drive at nine institutions brings the total vaccinated dogs to over 10,000 in the past 25 days. The Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation is continuing its anti-rabies mission across the city. Dogs are caught, vaccinated, tagged, and released.

Rohit Jain, an executive director with three decades of experience at the Reserve Bank of India, has been appointed as Deputy Governor. His three-year term begins on or after May 3, 2026, succeeding T rabi Sankar. Jain, who previously oversaw banking supervision, joins SC Murmu as an internal promotion to the DG post, with departments likely to be reshuffled.

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Rohit Jain has been appointed as the new Deputy Governor of the Reserve Bank of India, filling the vacancy left by T rabi Sankar. Jain, previously an executive director overseeing bank supervision, will serve until May 2029. His appointment comes as the RBI focuses on preparing financial institutions for emerging threats like cybersecurity, a concern he has previously highlighted.

In March, unseasonal torrential rains and fierce hailstorms wreaked havoc on Bihar's rabi crops, severely affecting wheat, gram, maize, and a variety of vegetables across 13 districts. The aftermath has left approximately 450,000 farmers in dire need of financial aid.

Panchayati raj minister rabi Narayan Naik inaugurated a Rs 149.39 crore mega drinking water project benefiting 100 villages in Nabarangpur district. The initiative aims to provide safe water access to 38,609 families. Naik also laid foundation stones for roads and bridges worth Rs 267.27 crore, underscoring the government's commitment to rural infrastructure development.

A 50-year-old woman in Chhindwara exhibited severe rabies symptoms, including aggression and hydrophobia, months after a dog bite, reportedly due to faith healing instead of proper medical care.

A woman's Reddit post about mysterious chest marks escalated into a serious health concern. Initially thought to be insect bites, users quickly warned of potential rabies exposure due to local rabid bat incidents. Despite her hesitation, medical professionals stressed the urgency of seeking immediate treatment for this potentially fatal condition.

A remarkable surgery at MKCG Medical College and Hospital has given a new lease on life to a three-year-old boy. Doctors successfully removed an 8cm twig lodged deep within his brain after a tree branch fell on him. The complex four-hour procedure, led by neurosurgeon Dr. rabi Narayan Panda, involved intricate extraction to prevent further complications.

A remarkable surgery at MKCG Medical College and Hospital in Berhampur has given a new lease of life to a three-year-old boy. Doctors successfully removed an 8cm twig from his brain, which had penetrated his skull while he was playing. The complex four-hour procedure, performed free of cost, has left the child stable and recovering well.

A squirrel has been biting students at Mohanlal Sukhadia University's Arts College, with 18-20 people affected by its unpredictable behavior. While rare, squirrel bites pose health risks, including potential bacterial infections and rare disease transmission. This incident highlights the importance of maintaining distance from wildlife and proper waste management to prevent animal encounters.