Rabi

In a troubling development, the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights has initiated an in-depth investigation into claims that a young patient was not given immediate access to a life-saving anti-rabies vaccination at PGIMS in Rohtak. This inquiry will delve into accusations of medical negligence and delays in urgent care, emphasizing the life-threatening implications of untreated rabies.

Karnataka is grappling with a surge in dog-bite incidents, with over two lakh cases reported in just the first four months of 2026, tragically leading to 25 rabies deaths. Vijayapura and Bengaluru are among the worst-hit districts. This alarming trend follows a consistent rise in cases and fatalities over the past three years, highlighting a growing public health concern.

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.

Andhra Pradesh will procure parboiled rice for the first time this rabi season, with the Centre approving nearly two lakh metric tonnes. The state aims to procure 70 lakh metric tonnes of paddy overall, having already secured 17.46 lakh metric tonnes. Farmers are receiving payments swiftly, with 94% credited within 24 hours, totaling Rs. 4,410 crore this season.

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.

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.

Stray dog bites 2 members of same family within a week

Farmers in Koraput's Chandili panchayat are opposing the construction of a paddy procurement centre at Pipalahandi, citing flood risks and transportation hazards due to the site's low elevation. They have submitted a memorandum demanding the mandi be established at Chandili, where suitable government land was previously identified.

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.