It's Not A Small Deal To Be A Player Of The Match In WC Game: Kranti Goud
ODI World Cup: Young fast bowler Kranti Goud described her getting Player of the Match award post Indias huge 88-run win over Pakistan in the 2025 Womens ODI World Cup clash at the R Premadasa Stadium as a very proud moment. Kranti returned figures of 3-20 in her ten overs, including six bowled on the trot, to play a pivotal role in dismantling Pakistans top order and ensuring Indias unbeaten run in the tournament continues. When I took six wickets in England and Harman di shared Player of the Match award with me, to now getting Player of the Match award in a World Cup, that was also a very proud moment for me. This too is also a very proud moment for me, as it's not a small deal to be the player of the match in a World Cup game. I have been playing all my matches normally because all the things coaches have said to me, I am doing all of that in the games where I am featuring. I will carry this momentum forward, said Kranti in a video posted on bcci.tv. on Monday. Its been a rapid rise for Kranti, who was handed an ODI at the R Premadasa Stadium in May 2025 as a replacement for injured Kashvee Gautam. Though she had figures of 0-22 in five overs, injuries to Renuka Singh Thakur and Pooja Vastrakar meant Kranti was retained for tour of England, where she picked a six-wicket haul, as India got the ODI series win. Kranti also spoke about the jubilant scenes in her village Ghuwara in Chhatarpur, Madhya Pradesh, where the residents had put an LED screen on the ground to watch her play in the World Cup. I am feeling very proud. I just made a video call at home. My family was very emotional. Everyone in my village was watching the match. They have put a big LED screen on the ground where we play cricket, so everyone was watching the match. It's a very proud moment for me. Kranti also spoke about the jubilant scenes in her village Ghuwara in Chhatarpur, Madhya Pradesh, where the residents had put an LED screen on the ground to watch her play in the World Cup. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score India, currently at the top of the World Cup points table, will next face South Africa at the ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam on October 9, followed by a high-stakes clash against defending champions Australia at the same venue on October 12. Article Source: IANS
Kerala bans sale of medicines to children under 12 without prescription amid cough syrup scare
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The Kerala Health Department on Monday ordered that no medicines should be given to children under 12 without a doctors prescription, a move taken in the wake of concerns over certain cough syrups. The state has also set up a three-member expert panel to study the use of cough medicines in children and asked it to submit an urgent report, Health Minister Veena George said after a high-level meeting here. The panel includes the state drugs controller, the child health nodal officer and the state president of the Indian Academy of Paediatrics. Its findings will help formulate new guidelines on cough syrup use in children, the minister said in a statement. Issuing a strong directive on providing medicines to children under 12 without a prescription, George said that medicines should not be dispensed even using an old prescription. Directions have been issued to the Drugs Controller in this regard, and awareness efforts will also be strengthened. Since medicines for children are prescribed according to their body weight, a medicine given to one child must not be given to another. Doing so could cause more harm than benefit, she said. The statement said doctors informed the meeting that no problems related to cough syrup for children have been reported in Kerala. It added that strong awareness campaigns will be carried out to raise public understanding and address concerns. Directions have been issued to specifically check if there are any related cases. Training will also be provided to paediatricians and other doctors with the cooperation of the IAP, the statement said. Inspections are being conducted in the state under the leadership of the Drugs Control Department. Following reports that issues were found outside Kerala in the SR-13 batch of Coldrif syrup, its sale has been suspended in the state by the Drugs Control Department. That batch of medicines had been distributed in Tamil Nadu, Odisha, Madhya Pradesh, and Puducherry. In Rajasthan, problems have also been identified with a cough syrup from another company. Fourteen children recently died in Chhindwara, Madhya Pradesh, from suspected renal failure linked to the consumption of a 'toxic' cough syrup. It has been confirmed that the sale of these problematic batches has not taken place in Kerala. Coldrif medicines are sold in Kerala through eight distributors. Their supply and sale have now been stopped, the statement said. The meeting was attended by the Additional Chief Secretary of the Health Department, NHM State Mission Director, Drugs Controller, Director of the Health Department, Director of the Medical Education Department, Additional Directors, District Medical Officers, Child Health Nodal Officer, IAP President, and others.
Centre to Issue Guidelines on Rational Use of Cough Syrups After Child Deaths
New Delhi, Oct 6: Following the tragic deaths of 12 children in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan, allegedly linked to contaminated cough syrups, the Union Health Ministry is set to issue new guidelines on the rational use of cough medications, particularly for paediatric patients. The guidelines, aimed at parents, pharmacists, and healthcare providers, will soon be [] The post Centre to Issue Guidelines on Rational Use of Cough Syrups After Child Deaths appeared first on Northlines .
Coldrif cough syrup deaths: Congress demands removal of MP health minister
Chhindwara: Madhya Pradesh Congress head Jitu Patwari on Monday demanded the removal of Health Minister Rajendra Shukla following the death of 14 children in Chhindwara due to suspected renal failure, linked to the consumption of a toxic cough syrup. Merely taking action against a doctor is not sufficient, Patwari told reporters after he reached Parasia Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Kerala To Ban All Products Of Firm Producing Coldrif Cough Syrup Linked To Kids' Death In MP
Kerala is expected to ban all products of firm producing Coldrif syrup that is linked with children's deaths in Madhya Pradesh.
October 7 School Holiday: Schools and colleges in Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, and Madhya Pradesh will close on October 7 for Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti. This day honors the Ramayana's author. Uttar Pradesh will also see Ramayana recitations. Jammu and Kashmir schools will close on October 6 and 7 due to heavy rain. This provides an extended break for students in some northern regions.
NEW DELHI: In a shocking and bizzare incident, a 71-year-old advocate allegedly hurled a shoeat the Chief Justice of India (CJI), B R Gavai, during the proceedings in Court Number 1. The accused was allegedly unhappy with recent remarks made by the CJI during a PIL seeking restoration of a Lord Vishnu idol in the Khajuraho Temple complex in Madhya Pradesh. Soon after the incident happened on Monday, Delhi Police arrested the accused,identified as Rakesh Kishore, who allegedly took out his shoes and threw them at the CJI around 11.36 am. As he was being taken away, the lawyer was heard shouting, Sanatan ka apman nahi sahenge (We will not tolerate insult of Sanatan Dharma). The CJI remained composed and urged lawyers present in the courtroom to continue with their arguments. Don't get distracted by all this. We are not distracted. These things do not affect me, the Chief Justice remarked. As per a Delhi Police official, the accused was picked up by the security personnel and handed over to the security unit of the Supreme Court. He is a resident of the Mayur Vihar area and a registered member of the Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA), the senior police officer said. The police isfurther investigating the entire case. (With inputs from PTI)
Child deaths in MP and Rajasthan prompt Karnataka to keep vigil on cough syrups
In a circular dated October 5, the Food Safety and Drugs Administration (FSDA) said that in view of recent incidents where deaths have been reported in Madhya Pradesh following the consumption of Coldrif Syrup (Batch No. SR-13)
Uttarakhand bans cough syrups after nationwide alert over child deaths
DEHRADUN: In the wake of tragic child fatalities linked to cough syrups across several Indian states, the Uttarakhand Health Department has moved into high alert, prompting the state government to impose an immediate ban on the sale of two specific cough syrups Coldreaf and those containing Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide. This decisive action follows the emergence of two more child death cases in Madhya Pradesh on Sunday, triggering swift regulatory intervention in the Himalayan state. The state government is fully alert regarding the health of our children, and these immediate restrictions have been enforced as a historic precaution, said Dr R Rajesh Kumar, Secretary of Health, speaking to The New Indian Express. Dr Kumar confirmed that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has been directed to carry out strict monitoring to ensure that the banned medicines do not re-enter the market. The Drug Controller has also ordered Drug Inspectors across all districts to seal existing stocks of these specific syrups in medical stores and initiate a full-scale recall. This proactive measure follows a nationwide advisory issued by the Central Government after similar incidents were reported in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan. The central advisory warns against administering cough syrups to children under the age of two and advises extreme caution for those under four. Cough Syrup death toll rises to 13, Madhya Pradesh Police arrest doctor Uttarakhand had already issued its own advisory on Saturday, which led to the formal ban on the sale of Coldreaf and Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide-based syrups manufactured in Tamil Nadu and Rajasthan. Sunday's crackdown involved extensive raids on medical stores and hospitals. Additional Commissioner Tajwar Singh confirmed the ongoing inspection drive: So far, 49 samples have been collected from the factories of cough syrup manufacturers, medical stores, and government hospitals, and have been sent for laboratory testing. He added that, as a precautionary measure, syrups intended for adults are also being tested, ensuring comprehensive scrutiny of all manufacturers. Retailers and chemist associations have assured full compliance with the governments directive. Manish Nanda, District President of the Dehradun Chemists Association, told TNIE, Following the advisory issued across the state, we have removed the two banned cough syrups from all retailers and packed them for return to the companies. Members have also been instructed to remove the medicines from their own stock. Ravi Gupta, a pharmacist operating at Dwarka Chowk on East Canal Road in Dehradun, confirmed compliance: After the government order and advisory, we instantly removed the flagged and banned cough syrups from our shelves. As investigations and testing continue, authorities in Uttarakhand have reiterated their commitment to safeguarding public health and ensuring accountability across the supply chain. Doctors issue clarification on safe use of cough syrups in children
'Poison Fed As Medicine': They Had A Cold, A Cough Syrup Killed Them
16 children and a medicine that ended up killing them -- the cough syrup tragedy in Madhya Pradesh has exposed massive gaps in drug testing processes that led to children's deaths and left their families shattered.
Criminal case filed against Coldrif maker following deaths off 10 children
Indian police launched criminal action against Sresan Pharma after its 'Coldrif' cough syrup, containing dangerous levels of diethylene glycol, was linked to ten child deaths in Madhya Pradesh. A doctor who prescribed the medicine was arrested, and the manufacturer faces charges including culpable homicide and drug adulteration, intensifying scrutiny on India's pharmaceutical quality.
2 killed, several injured due to electrocution during idol immersion in Madhya Pradeshs Jabalpur
The idol, installed for the Navratri festival in Temar Bhita locality under the Gaura Bazar police station area, was being transported for immersion on Sunday night. The truck carrying the idol was fitted with iron poles for decoration
Uttar Pradesh has banned Coldrif cough syrup, manufactured by Shreesan Pharmaceutical, following reports of 14 child deaths in Madhya Pradesh due to severe side effects. UP drug inspectors are collecting samples for testing, and its import/export is prohibited. This action follows Madhya Pradesh's earlier ban.
MP: SIT to probe death of 14 children; doctor held, cough syrup maker booked
Chhindwara: The Madhya Pradesh police have formed a special investigation team (SIT) to probe the death of 14 children in Chhindwara due to suspected renal failure, linked to the consumption of a toxic cough syrup, officials said. Dr Praveen Soni from Chhindwara has been arrested for alleged negligence in connection with the child deaths, while Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Have to take PoK back: RSS chief talks oneness of India
BHOPAL: Addressing a gathering in eastern Madhya Pradeshs Satna district on the concluding day of his two-day visit to the BJP-ruled states Vindhya region, RSS Mohan Bhagwat on Sunday stressed the oneness of India as a nation. Many Sindhi brothers are sitting here. I am very happy that they did not go to Pakistan. They came to the undivided India. This should be passed on to the new generation, because we have one home. Circumstances may have sent us here from that home, but that home and this home are not separate, he said, further expressing, The whole of India is one home. But someone has usurped one room of our house, where we kept our table, chair and clothes. We have to take it back. Calling for unity, he emphasised, We are all one, all Sanatanis and Hindus. The British divided us by showing us a broken mirror. But we must now unite by seeing into a good mirror. If we look at a mirror with spiritual traditions, we will certainly appear in one. Speaking at the event marking the inauguration ceremony of the newly constructed Baba Mehar Shah Darbar building, the RSS chief emphasised, All languages in India are our national languages, and every citizen should know at least three languages. Even those who loudly say they are not Hindus, when they go abroad, the world sees them as either having originated from Hindus or terms them Hindu/Hindawi, Bhagwat maintained. Urging people not to abandon their rich religion and traditions, he said, Dont quit your religion to fulfil your desires. Instead, abandon your ego and recognise your own self. If we carry forward the self of the country, all our own self-interests will be fulfilled. He further stated that Within the confines of our homes, and if possible worldwide, if not worldwide, then within our own homes, we should pride and preserve our language, attire, hymns, buildings, travel and food, all of which are ours, as per our tradition. Amid growing controversy over languages in the country, the RSS chief noted, All Indian languages are our national languages. He offered a three-language mantra for every citizen. Every citizen should know at least three languagesthe home language (mother tongue), the state language, and a national language, he said.
Coldrif row: 14 MP kids given banned cough syrup fighting for life in Maharashtra hospitals
Fourteen children from Madhya Pradesh's Chhindwara district are critically ill in Nagpur hospitals after consuming the banned Coldrif cough syrup, which caused renal failure. Six earlier deaths at GMCH-Nagpur were confirmed due to diethylene glycol (DEG) toxicity from the contaminated syrup. Maharashtra has banned Coldrif, and Nagpur authorities are advising against prescribing cough syrups to young children.
Coldrif tragedy: Doctor held, SIT set up as Madhya Pradesh's 'syrup toll' rises to 14
Madhya Pradesh's cough syrup tragedy deepened as three more children died in Chhindwara, raising the toll to 14. A doctor was arrested for prescribing Coldrif, now banned after diethylene glycol was confirmed. An SIT is formed, and a child's body exhumed for autopsy. The manufacturer is also booked as eight children remain hospitalized, highlighting a grave public health crisis.
ODI World Cup: India captain Harmanpreet Kaur credited the bowlers for setting the tone for an emphatic 88-run win over Pakistan in the 2025 Womens ODI World Cup clash at the R Premadasa Stadium, adding that she hoped everyone back home was very happy with the victory in Sundays clash. India posted 247 on a sluggish pitch before bowling out Pakistan for 159, thanks to three-fers from Kranti Gaud and Deepti Sharma. Very happy, very important game for all of us and I'm sure everyone back home is happy as well. Our bowling was great. Kranti bowled really well, she was outstanding and Renuka helped her in getting the breakthroughs. We created so many chances, unfortunately we dropped it, but in the end when you win you are happy, said Harmanpreet in the post-match presentation ceremony. She acknowledged the batting challenges and lauded Richa Ghosh for her cameo of 25 not out lending respectability to the total. It wasn't an easy pitch to bat on, we wanted to bat longer and see how many runs we can get. It wasn't an easy pitch. It's been raining and there was a hold on the pitch. We wanted to keep wickets in hand. The key was keeping wickets, Richa batted really well and gave us that crucial 30 runs, added Harmanpreet. Indias win marked their 12th in womens ODIs against Pakistan and took them to the top of the points table. Looking ahead, Harmanpreet said the team was keen to carry momentum into the next phase of the tournament, as India will now face South Africa in Visakhapatnam on October 9, before facing defending champions Australia at the same venue on October 12. There are a lot of areas but we are happy we won, just want to go with the momentum. Now we go back to India, we know how the pitches play there, we will look at the combinations and what team we need to play, she said. Kranti, who returned figures of 3-20, dedicated her performance to her village Ghuwara in Chhatarpur, Madhya Pradesh. Feels very good. Proud for me, and this is for the people from my village. They've put on a big LED screen to watch the match. Didi (Harman) told me let's remove one slip as the ball has gotten older but I asked her to keep it there. My coaches tell me normal things and I catch onto them, she said. Kranti, who returned figures of 3-20, dedicated her performance to her village Ghuwara in Chhatarpur, Madhya Pradesh. Feels very good. Proud for me, and this is for the people from my village. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score We decided to go with specialist batters in the top-five, they need to step up. We need to express ourselves, long partnerships, assess and adapt to conditions. Amin is hard-working, hope she'll continue to do well, she said. Article Source: IANS
Room of our home occupied: RSS chief on reclaiming PoJK
NEW DELHI:RSS chiefMohan Bhagwaton Saturday likenedPakistan-occupied Jammu Kashmir (PoJK)to a room in Indias home that outsiders have taken over, stressing that it must be reclaimed. Speaking at an event inSatna, Madhya Pradesh, he made the remarks while referring to the enduring unity of an undivided India. Many Sindhi brothers are present here. I am glad [] The post Room of our home occupied: RSS chief on reclaiming PoJK appeared first on Northlines .
Cough Syrup, Then More Sickness And Death: Shell-Shocked Families Try To Cope
After days of denial, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav has announced Rs 4 lakh ex-gratia for each of the 11 children who died after consuming Coldrif Cough Syrup.
Centre holds high-level meeting on cough syrup deaths to strengthen drug quality assurance
NEW DELHI: In response to concerns about the deaths of children due to substandard cough syrups in Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh, the central government swung into action as the Union Health Ministry held a high-level meeting on Sunday with all the States and Union Territories to ensure compliance with drug quality standards. At least 16 children have died in Madhya Pradesh, and two in Rajasthan, allegedly linked to contaminated cough syrups. The meeting, which was held by Union Health Secretary Punya Salila Srivastava, discussed three key points, including compliance with general statutory rules regarding quality standards in drug manufacturing, rational use of cough syrup for children and strengthening the regulation of retail pharmacies. The Metropolitan Surveillance Unit (MSU), Nagpur, established under the Pradhan MantriAyushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission (PM-ABHIM), had reported a cluster of cases and related deaths to the Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme of the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) from a Block in Chhindwara District of Madhya Pradesh. Taking cognisance of the situation, a Central team of experts comprising epidemiologists, microbiologists, entomologists and drug inspectors from NCDC, National Institute of Virology (NIV) and Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) visited Chhindwara and Nagpur and undertook a detailed analysis of the reported cases and deaths in coordination with Madhya Pradesh State Authorities. Coldrif syrup deaths: MP doctor arrested, SIT to exhume child's body for evidence Various clinical, environmental, entomological, and drug samples were collected and sent to NIV Pune, Central Drug Laboratory (CDL) Mumbai, and NEERI Nagpur for laboratory testing, said a statement by the Union Health ministry, adding that Preliminary findings ruled out common infectious diseases except for one positive case of Leptospirrosis. Nineteen medicine samples, which children had consumed, were collected from treating private practitioners and nearby retail stores. The chemical analysis to date indicates that out of 10 samples analysed, 9 meet the quality standards. However, one of them, viz, cough syrup Coldrif, contains DEG beyond the permissible limit. Subsequently, the Tamil Nadu FDA has taken regulatory action against the unit located in Kancheepuram, Tamil Nadu. The ministry said CDSCO has recommended the cancellation of the manufacturing license based on inspection findings. Criminal proceedings have also been initiated. The Centre has also initiated Risk-Based Inspections across 19 manufacturing units in six states to identify systemic gaps and strengthen quality assurance mechanisms. Dr Rajiv Bahl, Secretary, Department of Health Research, advised that children should not be prescribed cough syrups or any combination of drugs to prevent side effects.
It is really intriguing that the country which boasts of to be one of the largest pharmaceutical suppliers across the world has been struggling to ensure the quality of medicines manufactured for local consumption. The recent reports of the deaths of children in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan after allegedly consuming generic cough syrups have once [] The post Set accountability! appeared first on Northlines .
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Madhya Pradesh government has banned the sale of Coldrif cough syrup across state, where most of the deaths have been reported
MP reports two more likely child deaths from Coldrif syrup after 11 earlier fatalities
BETUL: Two children from Amla block in Madhya Pradesh's Betul district have died allegedly after taking Coldrif cough syrup, which has been banned now as tests showed presence of a toxic chemical called diethylene glycol, health officials said on Sunday. Amla Block Medical Officer Dr Ashok Narware identified the two children as Kabir (4) son of Kamlesh of Kalmeshwar village, and two-and-a-half-year-old Garmit, son of Nikhlesh of Jamun Bichhua village. They were taken to Parasia in neighbouring Chhindwara district for fever treatment where their condition worsened. It is yet to be confirmed whether the deaths were caused by the syrup. I have been directed to conduct a detailed inquiry and submit a report, Dr Narware said. Both children developed symptoms such as kidney issues and abdominal swelling and were referred from Betul to Bhopal for advanced care. No post-mortem was conducted but reports of severe kidney complications were sent to the Chief Medical and Health Officer (CM&HO), Dr Narware said. Incidentally, Amla is about 150 kilometres from Parasia sub division of Chhindwara where 11 kids have died after allegedly consuming toxic cough syrup. Family members alleged Kabir's death followed the consumption of the syrup prescribed by Parasia-based physician Dr Praveen Soni, who was arrested late Saturday night and suspended from service. As per Parasia police, Soni, despite being a government doctor, was practising at a private clinic and prescribed the syrup. Centre makes U-turn on cough syrup; Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, TN ban it As per Kabir's kin, he was first taken to Dr Soni on August 24 after he complained of fever, and then two doctors in Parasia were consulted when his condition did not improve and the duo indicated kidney complications. The boy was later taken to Nagpur and then to Bhopal, where he died on September 8, they added. Garmit died on October 1 in his village while under treatment, Dr Narware said, adding his family had also consulted Dr Soni earlier. Amla Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Shailendra Badonia said the administration is gathering detailed information, while Betul Chief Medical and Health Officer Dr Manoj Hurmade said he has sought a detailed report from the BMO. I can conclusively pinpoint the exact cause of the deaths only after I get the report from the BMO. An advisory has been issued directing all private medical stores and Pradhan Mantri Jan Aushadhi Kendras to dispense medicines or syrups only against a registered doctor's prescription, Hurmade said. Sale of medicines without a doctor's advice has been prohibited and drug inspectors have been told to intensify checks and stop the sale of suspicious or unverified drugs, he added. The Tamil Nadu drug control authorities, in their report dated October 2, declared the Coldrif syrup sample (Batch No SR-13; Mfg: May 2025; Exp: April 2027) manufactured by Sresan Pharmaceuticals, Kancheepuram, as adulterated because it contained diethylene glycol (48.6% w/v), a poisonous substance which may render the contents injurious to health. The Tamil Nadu government on Friday banned Coldrif. Following the TN report, the Madhya Pradesh Food and Drug Administration issued instructions to stop further sale and distribution of Coldrif and immediately seize any available stock for investigation under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act. It also ordered that other products manufactured by Sresan Pharmaceuticals be removed from sale pending testing. Tests samples of Coldrif cough syrup found to be 'adulterated': TN food safety dept
Nationwide protests after 11 children die from cough syrup in Madhya Pradesh
The tragedy has triggered nationwide outrage and forced authorities to take swift action against medical negligence and pharmaceutical malpractice. In Bhopal, Congress workers staged demonstrations against Madhya Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister and Health Minister Rajendra Shukla, demanding his resignation
Cough syrup row: FIR filed against arrested doctor, manufacturer
Police arrested a doctor and charged a manufacturer after 14 children died in Chhindwara, Madhya Pradesh, due to a 'toxic' cough syrup. The Coldrif syrup, containing diethylene glycol, led to the deaths, prompting a statewide ban and financial aid for victims' families. Both face charges for negligence and adulterated drugs.
Cough syrup tragedy in MP: Doctor arrested; FIR against him, cough syrup manufacturer
The Madhya Pradesh government has banned the sale of Coldrif cough syrup.
Shikhar Dhawan Visits Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga Temple, Attends Bhasma Aarti
Shri Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga Temple: Former India cricketer Shikhar Dhawan paid a visit to the Shri Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga Temple in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, and attended the sacred Bhasma Aarti on Sunday. Dhawan reached the temple early in the morning, dressed in Bhagva Vastra. He joined other devotees in offering prayers and participating in the symbolic ash-based ritual (bhasma aarti) inside the temple. The peaceful, devotion-filled atmosphere was captured in videos shared online. The Bhasma Aarti at Mahakaleshwar is regarded as a spiritually powerful ritual, performed in the early morning hours. It holds profound importance for devotees, who see it as a rare chance to witness the divine form of Lord Mahakal in a solemn and mystical setting. Dhawan was seated in the Nandi Hall section of the temple during the aarti. His visit highlights how sports figures frequently connect with religious traditions, blending their public personas with private faith. For many followers, witnessing a famous athlete partake in a sacred ritual emphasises the widespread appeal of spiritual practices. Recently, India batter Abhishek Sharma shared the advice Dhawan gave him, explaining how the veteran made him write Im the best player of India in his diary and also instilled the power of visualisation in him. Dhawan was seated in the Nandi Hall section of the temple during the aarti. His visit highlights how sports figures frequently connect with religious traditions, blending their public personas with private faith. For many followers, witnessing a famous athlete partake in a sacred ritual emphasises the widespread appeal of spiritual practices. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score I do journaling before every game in the morning. So instead of that, I thought to write a chit. I wrote This one is for Orange Army. I kept it in my pocket. When I got to my fifty, I did not remember I had it too. I kept playing and the moment I made a hundred and celebrated, I remembered it and took the chit out, Abhishek added. Article Source: IANS
Madhya Pradesh doctor arrested after 11 children die consuming cough syrup
Authorities in Madhya Pradesh have arrested a doctor in Chhindwara district following the deaths of 11 children who reportedly consumed contaminated cough syrup. The doctor, identified as Praveen Soni, is accused of prescribing Coldrif syrupto several young patients, most of whom had been treated at his clinic in Parasia. Police have also filed a case against the Tamil Nadubased pharmaceutical company responsible for manufacturing the allegedly contaminated syrup. An FIR was registered early Sunday at the Parasia police station in Chhindwara district against Sresan Pharmaceuticals and a local paediatrician in connection with the suspected contamination. According to distraught families, the children first complained of a cold and mild fever in early September. They were then prescribed routine medication, including cough syrups, after which they seemed to recover. But within days, the symptoms returned, followed by a sudden and alarming decrease in urine output. Their condition then worsened into kidney infections, and they later died. Kidney biopsies then revealed the presence of diethylene glycol contamination. After this , Tamil Nadu government banned Coldrif syrup. S Gurubharathi, Deputy Director of Drugs Control cum Controlling and Licensing Authority, told the TNIE that all drug inspectors across the state have been asked to prevent the sale of Coldrif by pharmacies and freeze the stock wherever available until further orders. On Saturday, the Madhya Pradesh government banned Coldrif syrup, following reports of nine child deaths due to suspected renal failure since September 7. Currently, 13 children, including eight from Chhindwara and Nagpur, are undergoing treatment. Kerala has also suspended the sale of Coldrif syrup following concerns raised by other states, though preliminary inquiry revealed the flagged batch was not sold in the state, Kerala Health Minister Veena George clarified. CDSCO launches inspections of drug manufacturing units in six states after cough syrup deaths
Madhya Pradesh doctor, who prescribed cough syrup, detained after 9 children die
The case has been filed under BNS Sections 105 and 276, and Section 27 of the Drugs and Cosmetics Act
Doctor Arrested as Coldrif Cough Syrup Linked to Child Deaths; Ban Expands Across States
The deaths of 14 children in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan have triggered outrage after Coldrif cough syrup was found to contain dangerous levels of diethylene glycol. Police have arrested Dr. Praveen Soni, who prescribed the syrup to children.
Coldrif syrup: CDSCO to write to Tamil Nadu FDA to take strictest action against manufacturer
The Madhya Pradesh government has imposed an immediate ban on the sale of Coldrif and Nextro DS syrups.
Health Ministry Calls Urgent Meeting Over Cough Syrup-Linked Deaths In Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan
The Health Ministry will hold an emergency meeting today with state health officials to tackle the crisis of contaminated cough syrups after 14 children died in MP's Chhindwara.
CDSCO to Act Against Coldrif Syrup Maker
Another company, which supplied cough syrups in Madhya Pradesh, Nextro DS, is also under scrutiny
MP bans Coldrif cough syrup sale following death of 14 children; toxic chemical found in samples
Madhya Pradesh banned Coldrif cough syrup after 14 children died in Chhindwara due to suspected renal failure. The syrup was found to contain highly toxic diethylene glycol, leading to a statewide ban and action against the manufacturer. Authorities are now inspecting other drugs and providing financial aid to affected families.
Madhya Pradesh Doctor Arrested For Prescribing 'Toxic' Cough Syrup After Death Of 14 Children
District Magistrate Harendra Narayan said that the substance in the syrup, which should have been within a 1 per cent limit, contained 48.6 per cent, making it highly toxic.
Centre makes U-turn on cough syrup; Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, TN ban it
NEW DELH I: Hours after denying that controversial cough syrup Coldrif, which led to deaths of children in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan did not contain industrial chemical diethylene glycol (DEG), the Union Health Ministry on Saturday made a U-turn and confirmed its presence based on a report of Tamil Nadus Food and Drug Administration department. The Ministrys earlier denial followed a clearance from the Madhya Pradesh Food and Drug Administrations (FDA), which had then stated that no DEG was found in the syrup. After the confirmation on Saturday, Tamil Nadu was the first to ban the syrup, followed by MP and Kerala. Coldrif cough syrup were being manufactured at Sresan Pharmas Kanchipuram unit. The controversy snowballed after nine children died in MPs Chindwara district, seven from the cough syrup, while two kids died in Rajasthan. The cough syrup stocks were distributed to Tamil Nadu, Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan. In a statement, the Union Health Ministry said, On the request of the MP Govt, Tamil Nadu FDA had taken samples of Coldrif Cough Syrup from the manufacturing premises of M/s Sresan Pharma in Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu. The results of testing these samples were shared with us late on October 3. They contained DEG beyond the permissible limit. The Tamil Nadu Drugs Control Department on Friday issued an immediate stop-production order to the manufacturer of Coldrif after the samples were found to be adulterated with DEG. CDSCO launches inspections of drug manufacturing units in six states after cough syrup deaths
'Coldrif' Syrup Caused 11 Children's Deaths. Madhya Pradesh Doctor Who Prescribed It Arrested
The Madhya Pradesh government also filed a case against Srisan Pharmaceuticals, the company that manufactured the Coldrif syrup.
Srinagar Diary: Digvijay to lead Congress talks with NC for RS seat
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Madhya Pradesh Doctor Who Prescribed Cough Syrup Linked To Deaths Arrested
The Madhya Pradesh government also filed a case against Srisan Pharmaceuticals, the company which manufactured the Coldrif syrup.
Eleven children died in MP's Chhindwara from renal failure after consuming cough syrup. A lab report confirmed Coldrif syrup contained 48.6% diethylene glycol, a poisonous industrial chemical. This prompted MP to ban the medicine and other products from its manufacturer, Sresan Pharmaceuticals, while multi-state checks on drug units are now underway.
CDSCO launches inspections of drug manufacturing units in six states after cough syrup deaths
NEW DELHI: The Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) has initiated risk-based inspections of drug manufacturing units in six states following the collection of 19 samples, including cough syrups, antipyretics, and antibiotics, in the wake of child deaths in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan allegedly linked to contaminated cough syrups. The inspections cover manufacturing units in Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, Madhya Pradesh, and Maharashtra, where the 19 drug samples were produced, sources in the health ministry said. The aim of the inspections, which began on Friday, is to identify gaps that may have led to drug quality failures and to suggest process improvements to prevent such incidents in the future, the ministry added. A multidisciplinary team comprising experts from the National Institute of Virology, Indian Council of Medical Research, National Environmental Engineering Research Institute, CDSCO, and AIIMS-Nagpur continues to analyse the samples to assess the causes of deaths in and around Chhindwara, Madhya Pradesh. So far, six samples tested by CDSCO and three by the Madhya Pradesh Food and Drugs Administration (MPFDA) were found free of Diethylene Glycol (DEG) and Ethylene Glycol (EG), chemicals known to cause severe kidney injury. However, these tested samples were not from the two suspected cough syrups, including Coldrif, which remain under investigation. At the request of the Madhya Pradesh government, the Tamil Nadu Food Safety and Drug Administration tested Coldrif syrup samples from the Sresan Pharma facility in Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu. The results showed DEG levels beyond permissible limits, leading the Tamil Nadu government to ban the sale and order removal of the syrup from the market. Inspections were also conducted at Sresan Pharmas manufacturing facility in Sunguvarchathram, Kanchipuram district, with samples collected for analysis. The Madhya Pradesh government has also requested Himachal Pradesh authorities to test the other suspected cough syrup. On Saturday, the Madhya Pradesh government banned Coldrif syrup, following reports of nine child deaths due to suspected renal failure since September 7. Currently, 13 children, including eight from Chhindwara and Nagpur, are undergoing treatment. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav stated that the sale of Coldrif and other products from the manufacturer has been banned, a state-level investigation team has been formed, and strict action will be taken against the guilty. Kerala has also suspended the sale of Coldrif syrup following concerns raised by other states, though preliminary inquiry revealed the flagged batch was not sold in the state, Kerala Health Minister Veena George clarified. Separately, tests on cough syrups from a Chennai-based company found adulteration, prompting authorities to halt production and demand explanations. In Rajasthan, the state has suspended the drug controller and halted distribution of all 19 medicines from Jaipur-based Kaysons Pharma, following the deaths of 11 children (nine in Madhya Pradesh and two in Rajasthan) allegedly linked to contaminated syrups. Distribution of all other cough syrups containing Dextromethorphan has also been suspended. An expert committee is being constituted to investigate the issue. The Drug Controller General of India advised that cough syrups should only be given to children above five years, and never to those under two years. Drugs potentially harmful to children and pregnant women will now carry clear warning labels. In Uttarakhand, joint teams from the health department and Food Safety and Drug Administration are conducting raids at medical stores, wholesale drug vendors, and hospital pharmacies across all districts. According to the Rajasthan Medical Services Corporation Ltd (RMSCL), over 10,000 Kaysons Pharma drug samples have been tested since 2012, with 42 failing quality standards. As a precaution, the supply of all 19 medicines from the company has been suspended. The Union Health Ministrys DGHS issued an advisory stating that cough and cold medications should not be prescribed for children below two years. For children above five, usage should follow careful clinical evaluation, strict dosing, minimal duration, and avoidance of multi-drug combinations.
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MP Bans Coldrif Cough Syrup Sale, Test Confirms Presence Of Toxins
Madhya Pradesh government on Saturday banned sale and distribution of Coldrif cough syrup after tests confirmed presence of toxins in the drug.
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Cough syrup row: MP bans Coldrif after tests confirm presence of toxic substance
The Madhya Pradesh (MP) Government on Saturday banned the sale of Coldrif cough syrup following the deaths of 14 children in Chhindwara district due to suspected kidney failure. Officials said laboratory tests revealed the syrup contained 48.6 per cent diethylene glycol, a highly toxic substance
Telangana issues 'public alert' on Coldrif syrup after child deaths in MP, Rajasthan
Telangana's Drugs Control Administration issued a 'stop use notice' for Coldrif cough syrup (Batch No. SR-13) following alleged child deaths in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan. The syrup is suspected of being adulterated with toxic Diethylene Glycol. The public is urged to immediately stop using it, and authorities are freezing market stocks while coordinating with the manufacturing state.
Madhya Pradesh Deputy CM Rajendra Shukla termed the children's deaths from Coldrif cough syrup unfortunate, announcing a statewide ban after tests confirmed 48% toxic substances. CM Mohan Yadav ordered strict action, providing Rs 4 lakh aid to 11 victims' families and covering medical expenses for others, while launching a seizure campaign and joint investigation.
Telangana issues public alert on Coldrif syrup after child deaths in MP, Rajasthan
Hyderabad: The Telangana Drugs Control Administration on Saturday issued a public alert stop use notice for Coldrif cough syrup, following the deaths of children in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan allegedly linked to its consumption. The Drugs Control Administration has been alerted to reports of the tragic deaths of children in MP and Rajasthan, it Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Kerala Follows Madhya Pradesh, Tamil Nadu In Banning 'Coldrif' Cough Syrup
Kerala has become the latest state to suspend the sale and distribution of the cough syrup Coldrif, after reports from Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan linked the medicine to the deaths of at least 11 children over the past month.
MP bans sale of Coldrif cough syrup after 14 children die
Bhopal: The Madhya Pradesh government on Saturday banned the sale of Coldrif cough syrup following the death of 14 children in Chhindwara due to suspected renal failure, with officials stating that samples of the drug were found to contain 48.6 % diethylene glycol, a highly toxic substance. A sample of the syrup, tested by the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Gujarat govt orders probe to check presence of harmful ingredients in cough syrups
Gujarat ordered a probe into cough syrups sold in the state. This follows reports of child deaths in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan. These fatalities were allegedly linked to certain cough syrups. Madhya Pradesh banned Coldrif syrup after nine deaths. Rajasthan halted supply of Kaysons Pharma medicines and other dextromethorphan cough syrups.
MP CM Announces Rs 4 Lakh Aid For Families Of 11 Children Who Died After Consuming Cough Syrup
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav stated that upon learning of the incident, samples of Coldrif syrup were immediately sent for testing.
Uttarakhand launches raids on medical stores amid child deaths linked to cough syrups
DEHRADUN: In the wake of tragic child fatalities linked to contaminated cough syrups in Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh, the Uttarakhand government has initiated a stringent, state-wide crackdown on all banned cough syrups and medicines. Health officials are conducting intensive raids across pharmacies, wholesalers, and hospital dispensaries. The swift action comes directly on the directives of Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami and Health Minister Dr Dhan Singh Rawat, with joint teams from the Health Department and the Food Safety and Drug Administration (FDA) sweeping through all districts. The government has termed the issue a critical matter of public health, warranting immediate intervention. Dr R. Rajesh Kumar, Uttarakhand's Health Secretary and Commissioner of the FDA, has issued firm orders to all Chief Medical Officers (CMOs) to implement the Central Government's advisory immediately. There is no subject more paramount than the safety of our children and public health, stated Dr Kumar. He explicitly instructed Drug Inspectors to systematically collect samples of cough syrups for laboratory testing to ensure any faulty or harmful medication is immediately removed from the market. Speaking to TNIE , Dr Kumar added, All practising physicians in the state have been urged to take cognisance of the central advisory and refrain from prescribing the banned cough syrups for pediatric use. The enforcement drive is currently being executed on a war footing under the leadership of Tajbar Singh Jaggi, Additional Commissioner of the FDA and Drug Controller. MP bans Coldrif cough syrup after 11 children die of suspected kidney failure within a month Mr Jaggi personally inspected drug stores in sensitive areas of Dehradun, including Jogiwaala and Mohkampur. Drug Inspectors across the state have been tasked with collecting samples from government hospitals, Primary Health Centres, and retail outlets within the month for thorough laboratory analysis. FDA teams are active across the state, confirmed Mr. Jaggi. If any lapse is found at any level, strict legal action will be initiated against the concerned company or vendor. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami reiterated the administration's commitment to public safety. There will be no compromise on the safety of our children and the health of the public, the CM stated. We are committed to ensuring that every medicine sold in this state is safe and meets standard quality benchmarks. Sources within the Health Department confirmed that syrups containing Dextromethorphan, as well as those combining Chlorpheniramine Maleate + Phenylephrine Hydrochloride, have been specifically restricted for children under the age of four years.
Tests samples of cough syrup found to be 'adulterated': Tamil Nadu Food Safety dept
Test samples of cough syrup from a Chennai-based firm were found adulterated, prompting officials to halt production and seek an explanation. This action follows Tamil Nadu's ban on 'Coldrif' due to its suspected link to 11 child deaths in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan. The company had supplied the syrup to several states, raising serious health concerns.
What Is Diethylene Glycol, Highly Toxic Chemical Found In 'Coldrif' Syrup In Tamil Nadu?
Madhya Pradesh and Tamil Nadu banned the sale of 'Coldrif' cough syrup after it was linked to the deaths of 11 children. Lab reports confirmed it contained diethylene glycol.
Kerala suspends sale, distribution of Coldrif syrup, says Health Minister
Kerala suspended Coldrif cough syrup sales statewide. This decision followed reports from other states flagging issues. An inquiry found the flagged batch was not sold in Kerala. Authorities halted all distribution and sales for safety. Samples of Coldrif and other cough syrups are under examination. This action follows child deaths in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan.
Cough syrup deaths: CDSCO inspects 19 drug manufacturing units
New Delhi: Central drug regulator, CDSCO, has initiated risk-based inspection at the manufacturing units of 19 drugs, including cough syrups and antibiotics, across six states following reports of child deaths due to the consumption of contaminated cough syrup in Madhya Pradesh, the health ministry said on Saturday. The inspections by the Central Drugs Standard Control Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Cough syrup deaths: CDSCO launches risk-based inspection at manufacturing units of 19 drugs
India's drug regulator, CDSCO, initiated risk-based inspections at 19 drug manufacturing units, including cough syrups, across six states following child deaths in Madhya Pradesh. Coldrif Cough Syrup from Tamil Nadu's Sresan Pharma was later found to contain excessive Diethylene Glycol, leading to a statewide ban and facility inspections.
MP Bans Coldrif Syrup After Nine Children Die
Madhya Pradesh government prohibits sale following suspected renal failure cases linked to the syrup
According to officials, nine children have died due to suspected renal failure since September 7
The syrup was manufactured at a factory in Kanchipuram
Madhya Pradesh govt bans 'Coldrif' cough syrup after death of children in Chhindwara
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has banned 'Coldrif' cough syrup and all products from its manufacturer following the deaths of nine children in Chhindwara. An inquiry revealed the syrup was adulterated with poisonous Diethylene Glycol, leading to immediate statewide action. A state-level investigation is now underway to hold those responsible accountable.
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Cough Syrup Row: Tamil Nadu Acts Within A Day, Madhya Pradesh Probe Drags On
While Tamil Nadu tested, confirmed, and banned the suspected batch within 24 hours, Madhya Pradesh is still awaiting reports.
Centre Confirms DEG Contamination In Madhya Pradesh Cough Syrup Samples Amid Probe Into Child Deaths
DEG, a toxic industrial solvent, has been behind multiple child deaths in India and abroad
The Ministry of Health confirmed Coldrif Cough Syrup from Sresan Pharma's Kanchipuram unit contained diethylene glycol (DEG) above permissible limits, following investigations into child deaths in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan. Tamil Nadu banned its sale, halting production. Authorities initiated risk-based inspections and advised against prescribing cough syrup to children under two.
Now, 12 kids deaths linked to cough syrup in MP, Raj; Centre issues advisory
Alarm bells are ringing as 12 children in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan died following complications from cough syrup use, prompting a central advisory against prescribing such medications to children under two. While the Union health ministry found no contamination in MP samples, the cause of kidney failure remains a mystery. Rajasthan also reported deaths, banning a specific syrup pending investigation.
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Tamil Nadu Bans 'Coldrif' Cough Syrup After Child Deaths In Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan
The Tamil Nadu government has banned the sale of cough syrup 'Coldrif' and ordered its removal from the market following suspicions linking it to the death of 11 children in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan.
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Acute renal failure caused deaths of nine kids after suspected cough syrup poisoning in MP
BHOPAL: Children under five in Madhya Pradeshs Chhindwara district are continuing to die of acute kidney failure after being prescribed a combination of medicines, including two common cough syrups , by local doctors. With three more deaths over the last few days, the death toll has increased from six to nine , while at least three other kids under treatment at a hospital in neighbouring Nagpur (Maharashtra) are battling for life with dialysis and ventilator support. Since September 4, nine kids, including Shivam Rathore, Vidhi, Adnan, Usaid, Rishika, Hitansh, Chanchlesh, Vikas and Sandhya, have died. 13 other kids have been under treatment in hospitals in Chhindwara and Nagpur, sub-divisional magistrate (SDM-Parasia) Shubham Kumar Yadav said on Friday. Out of the five kids who were admitted at the Chhindwara District Hospital, one has been discharged after full recovery, while two others are on the path of recovery. The two remaining kids are still under intensive treatment. In Nagpur, out of the eight hospitalised kids, the condition of three kids remains highly critical, as they are currently on dialysis and ventilator support, the SDM said. He added that, according to biopsy reports of the children who died in Nagpur hospitals, Acute Kidney Injury (AKI), and not Acute Encephalitis Syndrome (AES), appears to have caused their deaths. Detailed tests of water and other samples from the areas where the children lived, conducted by premier institutions including the National Institute of Virology (NIV-Pune), ruled out contaminated water, vector-borne diseases, or rats as causes of the health issues. Analysis of the childrens medical histories showed that the cough syrups were common across cases. Six children die in three weeks in Madhya Pradesh; cough syrup poisoning suspected A report from the Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in 2022, showed that some chemical toxicity of cough syrups manufactured in India had caused similar fatalities in Gambia. With a similar pattern emerging here also, an advisory was issued to restrain the use and prescription of the two concerned cough syrups in the entire Chhindwara district, Yadav maintained. Echoing similar concerns, Dr Pawan Nandurkar, the paediatrician at the Chhindwara District Hospital, said, The biopsy reports of the kids who died during treatment at hospitals in Nagpur, have revealed that there has been some toxin-mediated injury to the kidneys. Analysis of the medical history of patients (including the kids who died) reveals that in 80% cases, the cough syrup Coldrif was administered to the kids. Old pharmacological researches suggest the possibility of such a cough syrup with a chemical Diethylene Glycol (DEG) or Ethylene Glycol (EG),. Suspecting chemical contamination in the cough syrup and its possible link to kidney damage, causing the deaths, the district administration issued an advisory banning the use, sale, and prescription of such cold cough syrups. Doctors have been advised to avoid prescribing combination medicines, use injections cautiously due to potential kidney impact, and conduct kidney function tests immediately if any child shows signs of urinary problems. Approximately 15-16 kids were referred to hospitals in Nagpur over the last few days, out of which six died. Three to four are stated critical there, while a new patient has been sent there today, Dr Nandurkar said. Meanwhile, the states Deputy Chief Minister and Health Minister, Dr Rajendra Shukla, who had recently stated that cough syrups were not linked to the childrens deaths, spoke to the media on the issue again on Friday. Samples of 12 medicines have been sent for testing, out of which reports of three medicines dont suggest anything in them which couldve caused the deaths of the kids. The reports of the remaining nine medicines will be with us by tonight, before which it cannot be concluded what actually caused the death. No banned syrup can be sold in the market, but sometimes some batches of any medicine could cause problems, but before the test reports dont come to us, nothing can be said. Meanwhile, as per reports from Chhindwara district, most of the kids (who died) were administered preliminary treatment in Parasia area (coal belt) of Chhindwara by a common medical practitioner, Ravindra Soni (a government doctor posted at Parasia Community Health Centre who also runs a private clinic). Soni doctor (Ravindra Soni) prescribed the medicines, including cough syrups, to our children and also administered injections to them. But instead of improving, their condition worsened, ultimately compelling us to rush them to Nagpur, where they died later, parents of deceased Adnan, Usaid and Vikas told journalists in Chhindwara on Friday.
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Health Ministry finds no toxic contaminants in cough syrups after deaths of 9 children in MP
CHHINDWARA: Drug control officials have found no trace of contaminants, or even Diethylene Glycol (DEG) or Ethylene Glycol (EG), which are known to cause kidney injury in the samples of coup syrups collected after the death of atleast nine children in Madhya Pradesh's Chhindwara, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare said on Friday. While the Ministry clarified on possible contamination of cough syrups, a multi-disciplinary expert team is also investigating all other possible causes for the deaths, with samples of water, entomological vectors, and respiratory specimens also being investigated. According to an official statement, a joint team consisting of representatives from National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), National Institute of Virology (NIV), Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), and others visited the site of the incident in Madhya Pradesh and collected various samples in coordination with state authorities. As per the test results, none of the samples contained Diethylene Glycol (DEG) or Ethylene Glycol (EG), contaminants that are known to cause serious kidney injury, an official statement read. The Madhya Pradesh State Food and Drug Administration (SFDA) also tested three samples and confirmed absence of DEG/EG. NIV Pune also tested blood/CSF samples for common pathogens, in which one case was found to be positive for Leptospirosis, which is a bacterial infection spread commonly through contaminated water. Samples of water, entomological vectors, and respiratory specimens are under further investigation by NEERI, NIV Pune, and other laboratories. A multi-disciplinary team comprising experts from NCDC, NIV, ICMR, AIIMS Nagpur, and state health authorities is investigating all possible causes behind the reported cases. As regards the reports related to two deaths of children in Rajasthan because of contaminated cough syrup consumption, it has been clarified that the product in question does not contain Propylene Glycol, which can be potential source of contaminants, DEG/EG, read the statement. The Ministry has also issued an advisory to all states and Union Territories on ational use of cough syrups in paediatric population. Additionally, the product under reference is a dextromethorphan-based formulation, which is not recommended for paediatric use. It may be mentioned that the Director General of Health Services (DGHS) in Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, has issued an advisory to all States and Union Territories on rational use of cough syrups in paediatric population, the statement read. Earlier in the day, multiple drug control officers from Delhi and Chennai investigated the manufacturing unit of a Pharmaceutical Factory in Tamil Nadu's Sunguvarchatram after the death of multiple children in Madhya Pradesh. The probe was initiated after Madhya Pradesh State Food and Drug Controller Dinesh Kumar Maurya requested the Tamil Nadu State Drug Control Department to inspect and take action against the Srisan Pharmaceutical Factory located in Kancheepuram. According to the families of the affected children, initially, the children suffered from colds, coughs, and fevers. After that, their kidneys become affected, and their condition worsens. The Chief Medical and Health Officer (CMHO), Dr Naresh Gunnade, said that authorities from the Centre and the State were called to probe the reason behind the kidney failures.
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Digvijay Singh accuses RSS of inciting communal violence
LUCKNOW: Launching a scathing attack on the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), former Madhya Pradesh CM, and senior Congress leader Digvijaya Singh on Friday accused the organization of inciting communal violence and questioned its financial transparency. Speaking at Datia in Jhansi after visiting the Pitambara Peeth, the senior Congress leader said the RSS claimed the Muslim population was increasing, but in reality, the Muslim population had declined more than the Hindu population. If the government wants, riots can be prevented. Riots depend on the intent of the government and officials. Authorities should act timely to stop such incidents, said Singh. Regarding the Bareilly violence, he added that people like Maulana Tauqeer Raza also existed among Hindus. Some individuals provoke communities through incendiary speeches, he said. Questioning the financial transparency of the RSS, Digvijaya said that the organization collected donations worth crores every year during Vijayadashami and Guru Purnima. If they dont have accounts, where does the money go? Their only agenda is to provoke Hindus and indoctrinate people against the Constitution. They never hold open protests; they always indulge in covert politics, the Congress leader added. Singh also raised questions about the RSSs spending during COVID-19. RSS claimed to have spent Rs 7 crore in aid. I wrote to Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman asking for details. How did this non-registered organization spend Rs 7 crore without accounts? There should be a money-laundering case, yet no response has come, he said. On claims of a growing Muslim population, Singh said it was impossible. The Muslim population is declining faster than the Hindu population. The 20012011 census proves this, and the 2021 report has been withheld. The RSS and the government are misleading Hindus, he alleged. Criticizing the UP government for filing FIRs over religious expressions, Singh said, If someone says I love Mohammad and someone else says I love Ram or I love Krishna, what is the problem? Why file a case? Riots depend on the intention of the dispensation. He reiterated that people like Maulana Tauqeer Raza, chief of the Ittehad-e-Millat Council and a prominent figure of the Barelvi Sunni sect, also existed among Hindus. Such individuals give inflammatory speeches. The government can prevent riots if it acts timely, Singh said. Significantly, Tauqeer Raza was the one who gave a call for protests in Bareilly during last weeks Friday namaz and the protests turned violent leaving scores including the cops injured.
Cough syrup linked to deaths of children sent for lab testing
Earlier, six children were reported dead in Madhya Pradesh's Chhindwara district due to kidney-related complications between September 4 and September 26
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10 Children Among 13 Killed During Durga Immersion In Madhya Pradesh
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Nine Devotees Die As Tractor-Trolley Carrying Durga Idols Plunges Into Lake In Madhya Pradesh
Devotees were riding on the tractor transporting the idols from nearby villages for the immersion ceremony
At least 10 dead as tractor carrying Durga idols plunges into lake in MP's Khandwa
At least 10 devotees died after a tractor-trolley carrying idols of Goddess Durga for immersion on Vijayadashmi plunged into a lake in Khandwa district of Madhya Pradesh on Thursday, police said. The tragedy took place in Pandhana area, said Inspector General of Police (Indore rural range) Anurag. Devotees were riding on the tractor which was carrying Durga idols installed in various villages for immersion, he told PTI. Major tragedy during Durga idol immersion in southwestern MP's Khandwa district. Tractor trolley plunges into a pond-cum-small dam in Khandwa's Pandhana area. Ten bodies retrieved so far. Rescue teams searching for more. @santwana99 @NewIndianXpress @jayanthjacob pic.twitter.com/OgAggOirWN Anuraag Singh (@anuraag_niebpl) October 2, 2025 So far 10 bodies had been retrieved with the help of State Disaster Response Force and local divers, he said, adding that the search and rescue operation was going on. An additional SDRF team has been sent to the spot, he said. We have learnt that five to six devotees survived, the official said, adding that a probe has been launched into the accident. (This is a developing story)
As many as nine people were killed as a tractor carrying idols of goddess Durga for immersion plunged into a lake in Madhya Pradesh's Khandwa district, said police officials.
Four youth die of suspected drug overdose in Punjab village within 48 hours
Four young men in their mid-twenties reportedly died due to drug abuse within a span of 48 hours in Lakho Ke Behram village, located along the Ferozepur-Fazilka road. One youth died on Tuesday, while the other three passed away within hours on Wednesday, leaving their families devastated. Sources revealed that all four had a history of drug consumption and had been admitted to de-addiction centres multiple times, but to no avail. The deceased have been identified as Sandeep Singh, Ramandeep Singh alias Rajan, Randeep Singh, and Umed Singh. Ramandeep reportedly died on Wednesday morning after injecting himself with tablets meant for oral consumption. Meanwhile, both Umed and Randeep had quit drugs some time ago, but their health had deteriorated significantly. One suffered from bedsores while the other had developed serious leg complications. Following the tragic incidents, the families of the deceased, along with other villagers, blocked the highway for three hours by placing the bodies on the road. They alleged that seven medical shops in the village were selling psychotropic drugs, which contributed to the deaths. While villagers attributed the deaths to prolonged drug addiction, police officials stated that two of the deceased had been bedridden for several months and had died due to worsening health conditions. A family member of Ramandeep said that he had struggled with drug addiction for several years despite undergoing repeated treatments at various de-addiction centres. He had been consuming drugs for the last nine years and had been in and out of de-addiction centres. Recently, he returned from a private de-addiction centre, but he again injected himself and died on Wednesday morning, the family member added. A police officer mentioned that some long-time drug addicts were attempting to quit, but were struggling. The police were making efforts to counsel such youths and have them admitted to de-addiction centres. Meanwhile, Punjab has recorded the highest number of cases against drug traffickers in the country in 2023, according to data released recently by the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB). Of the 11,589 FIRs registered under various sections of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act in 2023, 7,785 were for drug trafficking accounting for 67% of the total cases. Nationally, 39,112 cases of drug trafficking were recorded, with Punjab alone accounting for nearly 19% of them. Additionally, Punjab reported 89 drug-related deaths in 2023 the highest in the country though lower than the 144 recorded in 2022. The state remained ahead of Madhya Pradesh (85 deaths) and Rajasthan (84 deaths). In total, 654 drug overdose deaths were recorded across India in 2023. Neighboring Himachal Pradesh emerged as the second-highest state in terms of drug-smuggling ratio. While it registered 2,146 cases under the NDPS Act in 2023 not among the top 10 in absolute numbers the state reported 547 cases for consumption and 1,599 for trafficking. This results in a ratio of 7.3 cases per lakh population for consumption and 21.3 per lakh for trafficking.
Madhya Pradesh: Newborn buried alive by parents over job loss fears; rescued by villagers
BHOPAL: A government school teacher and his wife buried their newborn baby boy at Madhya Pradeshs Chhindwara district out of fear of losing his job due to the state government's two-child policy for employees. Miraculously, the 72-hour-old baby survived. Alert villagers, who were on a morning walk, heard the cries of the infant and rushed to the spot. They discovered the newborn buried beneath a heavy stone in a shallow grave. The baby was immediately rescued and rushed to Chhindwara District Hospital with grievous injuries, including insect and ant bites. He is currently under round-the-clock medical supervision. The infant's parents, Bablu Dandoliya (38), a government school teacher, and Rajkumari Dandoliya (30), have been arrested and booked under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) for abandoning and attempting to murder their newborn child. According to officials at Dhanora police station, the couple already had three children two daughters aged 11 and 7, and a 4-year-old son. To avoid breaching the states two-child policy, they had previously managed to hide the birth of their third child from official records. On the morning of September 23, Rajkumari gave birth to their fourth child at home. Fearing that the childs existence would cost Bablu his government job, the couple allegedly took the newborn into a nearby forest during the early hours of September 26. There, they buried the infant alive and concealed the grave with stones. However, a group of villagers, out for a morning walk, heard faint cries coming from the forest. At first, we thought it was some animal. But as we got closer, we saw tiny hands pushing through the stones. It was horrifying. How can any parent even think of doing something so brutal? one villager recounted. Doctors treating the newborn at the district hospital described his survival as nothing short of a miracle. The baby has numerous ant and insect bites and shows signs of hypothermia (abnormally low body temperature). Thankfully, he is now stable and under continuous monitoring, said a hospital official. Dhanora police station in-charge Lakhanlal Ahirwar confirmed that during interrogation, the parents admitted to the act. They said they were certain Bablu would lose his job under the two-child policy if the fourth childs birth became known. This fear drove them to take such a horrifying step. According to the latest data from the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB), Madhya Pradesh has recorded the highest number of cases involving the abandonment of newborns in the country.
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