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India’s scorching nights strain power grid and threaten health
India faces a dual threat from dangerously hot summers and increasingly sweltering nights, exacerbated by global warming and urban heat islands. This sustained heat strains both people and power infrastructure, leading to record energy demand and widespread blackouts, particularly impacting vulnerable populations.
Petrol, diesel prices hiked by Rs 7.5 per litre since Iran war: Here’s how it will impact your daily life
Fuel prices are rising again, making travel and goods more expensive. This impacts transporters, supply chains, and household budgets. Oil Marketing Companies are seeing stock rallies. The government faces a challenge balancing OMCs' financial health with consumer impact. Global events continue to influence fuel costs.

Is Ebola The Next Big Pandemic? Ex-CDC Chief Rings Alarm Even As WHO Sees Low Global Risk
Health officials in the DRC and Uganda have recorded at least 139 deaths from over 600 probable cases of the current Ebola outbreak.
Retail health premium growth rises to 31% YoY in April 2026, anchoring non-life insurance sector: Kotak Institutional Securities
Indian non-life insurance saw robust growth in April 2026. Retail health premiums surged 31 percent year-on-year. Motor insurance also performed well. Private players and standalone health insurers are gaining market share from public sector companies. Commercial lines faced challenges, though marine and engineering segments showed resilience. This indicates a dynamic shift in the insurance landscape.

Stocks to Watch for May 22: LIC, ITC, Max Health, Nykaa, Tata Steel and more
From ITC reporting a 5% year-on-year increase in consolidated net profit to Sun TV Network reporting a subdued set of fourth-quarter earnings, here are some stocks to track ahead of Friday's trading session.
Medplus rises after Q4 PAT jumps 25% YoY to Rs 64 cr
Medplus Health Services (MedPlus) rose 4.22% after the company reported a 24.62% jump in consolidated net profit to Rs 63.98 crore on a 23.5% increase in revenue from operations to Rs 1,864.39 crore in Q4 FY26 over Q4 FY25.
Medplus Health zooms 11% as Q4 profit jumps 25% YoY; revenue up 24%
In the March quarter (Q4FY26), Medplus Health reported a net profit of ₹63.97 crore, as compared to ₹51.32 crore a year ago, up 24.6 per cent
Apollo Hospitals FY26 profit jumps 34% to Rs 1,942 crore on growth across core businesses
Apollo Hospitals announced robust financial results for the fourth quarter and the full fiscal year 2026. Consolidated revenue and net profit saw significant year-on-year increases. Growth was fueled by its healthcare services, diagnostics, and retail health segments. The company is expanding its bed capacity and focusing on underserved markets.
No Ebola case in India yet, centre reviews preparedness after WHO declares global health emergency
India's Health Ministry held a high-level meeting to assess preparedness for Ebola Virus Disease following a WHO declaration. Officials confirmed no cases in India and urged calm, emphasizing the nation's vigilance and readiness. States have been directed to ensure readiness at all levels, with SOPs circulated for screening, quarantine, and case management.
Fertilisers not easily available in international market, pushes for organic farming: Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan
Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan highlighted global fertilizer procurement difficulties. He urged states and farmers to embrace organic farming for soil health. The government is committed to subsidies and plans new bills for quality pesticides and seeds. Farmers are advised to grow drought-resistant crops due to El Nino forecasts.

Eight Pharma stocks that should be on your radar on Monday
Pharmaceutical companies reported a slew of updates over the weekend. Earnings reactions from KIMS, Global Health, Gland Pharma, Aarti Drugs, to a USFDA observation list for Emcure Pharma, these are the drugmakers that should be on your radar today.

Prime Minister Modi's visit to the Netherlands: Here is why it is important to India
PM Narendra Modi visits the Netherlands May 15 to 17, India and the Netherlands sign multiple MoUs on strategic partnership, minerals, energy, agriculture, health, customs and education