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India Today
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- Health
- India Today
Over 50 drugs, injections supplied to UP hospitals fail quality test, finds probe
Shahnaz has been getting her brother treated at Lucknow's Civil Hospital for the past four months. However, her brother's condition has not improved despite regularly taking medicines bought from the hospital pharmacy. Eventually, the doctor told her to buy medicine from has been a recurring issue at government hospitals across Uttar Pradesh. And now, an investigation by the Food Safety and Drug Administration (FSDA) has found that 51 medicines and injections supplied to state-run hospitals over the past year failed quality June, the FSDA wrote to the principal secretary of the health department, directing action against the drug manufacturers. The issue has raised concerns over the efficacy of drugs being provided free of cost to poor and middle-class patients at pharmacies of government-run hospitals. HOW MEDICINES FAIL QUALITY TESTSTo understand how the medicines failed quality tests, India Today visited the lab where the samples were tested by the the process, professor Pushpendra Kumar Tripathi, director of the Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences at Lucknow University, said a standard tablet should break down within 15 minutes inside the 12 tablets from the same batch fail this test, the drug is declared substandard. Moreover, drugs like ciprofloxacin failed the dissolution test, meaning they did not dissolve in the stomach within the required 30 some cases, the actual drug content was found to be much lower than claimed. Professor Tripathi said even if 400 mg is found in a 500 mg medicine, then the drug is of no use."Manufacturing a medicine is not a big deal. It has to work inside the body. Even a 5 mg shortfall in composition renders it ineffective," the professor medicines were also declared substandard after they did not dissolve at the required pH level. Injections were also found to have failed sterility and particulate matter ON SUPPLIERSConfirming the findings, Partha Sarthi Sen Sharma, principal secretary of the health department, said the UP Medical Supplies Corporation Limited (UPMSCL) had taken strict action in all from imposing penalties on errant suppliers, defective drug stocks have been withdrawn from hospitals and showcause notices have been issued to pharmaceutical companies.- EndsMust Watch
Express Tribune
15-07-2025
- Express Tribune
Another 'millionaire maid' arrested for jewellery theft in Karachi
Listen to article Police in Karachi's Defence area have arrested another domestic worker accused of drugging household members and looting their valuables, with investigators revealing that she had amassed wealth through similar crimes in both Karachi and Rawalpindi, Express News reported on Tuesday. According to South Investigation SSP Ali Hassan, the suspect — identified as Farzana Kausar alias Mehreen — allegedly stole jewellery worth Rs6.5 million from a bungalow in Karachi before fleeing the city. She was later traced and apprehended through technical surveillance. During interrogation, police said, the accused confessed to administering drug-laced green tea to the family members, rendering them unconscious before executing the theft. Read More: Govt strikes again with fuel price hike SSP Hassan revealed that the woman gained employment as a domestic help and used the position to target households in both Karachi and Rawalpindi. 'She admitted to committing multiple thefts in homes where she worked as a maid,' the senior officer said, adding that further investigation is underway to verify her claims and determine the full extent of her criminal activity. The police are also gathering details of similar thefts she claimed to have carried out in Rawalpindi, SSP Hassan confirmed. Also Read: Punjab speaker halts action against suspended PTI MPAs This arrest comes weeks after Clifton Investigation Police apprehended a domestic worker, Shahnaz, who was found to be leading an unusually lavish lifestyle. The accused had been employed for 14 years at a residence in Khayaban-e-Tanzeem, Defence Housing Authority, where she allegedly stole cash, jewellery, and other valuables in small increments without raising suspicion. According to Investigating Officer Saeed Theem, Shahnaz had accumulated multiple cars, motorcycles, flats, and a grocery store, and maintained bank accounts containing millions of rupees. Her assets came to light during the course of an ongoing investigation.
Hindustan Times
04-07-2025
- Health
- Hindustan Times
5 DIY remedies to stop hair loss by Shahnaz Husain: Onion juice to fenugreek seeds
Hair loss is a sensitive topic, but it's also common. Many people experience it at some point in their lives. Approximately 50 percent of men experience some degree of hair loss by the age of 50, according to a 1998 study published in the National Institutes of Health; and according to the National Centre of Biotechnology Information, about 20–30 percent of Indian women experienced hair thinning or severe hair loss in 2020. Also read | Dimple Kapadia's secrets to the most gorgeous hair are 'excellent' natural haircare ingredients: Onion juice to egg Onion juice could be part of your haircare routine. (Freepik) That said, what would you do if you were told that a simple mix of natural ingredients can help reduce hair fall? In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Shahnaz Husain, who is known for her herbal and ayurvedic skin care products, shared that her DIY remedies can actually help with hair loss. She said, 'Your hair health depends on the health of your body and mind, which fuels your hair growth; for this reason, the first step to hair health is to understand your hair type.' She added, 'It is a wonderful thing to note that nature is always full of numerous herbs, fruits and vegetables that are supportive of human health, yet we are not aware of what will benefit us and when.' To better highlight what ingredients actually help reduce hair fall, Shahnaz shared these DIY remedies to stop hair loss: Before trying any DIY remedy, do a patch test to ensure you're not allergic to any ingredients. (Freepik) Onion juice Sharing the recipe, she said, 'Grate a medium-sized onion and extract its juice. Apply it to your hair roots, leave it on for 15 minutes, then wash your hair with a gentle hair cleanser. The presence of sulfur helps in hair growth and provides strength to hair follicles.' Garlic Shahnaz added, 'Due to its antibacterial properties, it helps restore the natural balance to the scalp, strengthens hair follicles, and reduces hair fall. Use it in a similar way by extracting its juice. However, if any irritation or itching is felt, then wash it off after 5 minutes of application.' Fenugreek seeds She said grinding fenugreek seeds after soaking them and applying the paste to the scalp promotes hair growth and helps reduce hair loss significantly. Egg mask "Take two eggs or as per your hair volume and mix one tablespoon of olive oil with it. Apply it to your hair and leave it on for 30 minutes, then wash off. Due to the presence of protein, it supplements hair growth and repairs damaged hair, Shahnaz added. Neem leaves She also said that soaking neem leaves in water overnight and then boiling them, using the water to wash your hair, will help you get rid of scalp infections and reduce dandruff. Before trying any DIY remedy, do a patch test to ensure you're not allergic to any ingredients. Be patient, as natural remedies may take time to show results. Consult a dermatologist or healthcare professional for personalised advice on addressing hair loss. Note to readers: This article is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your doctor with any questions about a medical condition.
Time of India
25-05-2025
- Time of India
Khandwa fruit vendor's ex-wife, her ex-husband arrested for his murder
Indore: A day after a fruit vendor was shot dead in his sleep in Khandwa village, the police on Sunday arrested his ex-wife and her ex-husband for the murder. The vendor, Amin Khan, 35, was sleeping inside his home with his ex-wife Shahnaz and son when the attack occurred at around 4 am on Saturday. "Shahnaz was taken into custody for questioning. Investigations revealed that she had unlocked the door of the house to let Akhtar (her ex-husband) inside, who then shot Amin in their home in Borgaon Buzurg. The investigation led to the arrest of Akhtar from Maharashtra and he was brought back to Khandwa for questioning," Pandhana police station in-charge Dilip Dewra said. Amin had married Shahnaz several years ago, and the couple had four children—two sons and two daughters. Their relationship, however strained, and about a year ago they got divorced. After separation, Shahnaz reportedly married Akhtar, a resident of Chopda in Jalgaon district of Maharashtra. The relationship between Shahnaz and Akhtar lasted only a few months before Shahnaz allegedly began missing her children. She obtained a divorce from Akhtar through the court and returned to live with Amin just two months ago. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo According to police, after resuming her life with Amin, Shahnaz plotted his murder and contacted Akhtar to carry out the killing. On the night of the incident, Akhtar arrived at the house and entered with Shahnaz's help. Before committing the murder, the accused locked the doors of nearby houses from the outside to prevent neighbours from coming out if they heard the gunshot. The police said that the children are now with their paternal uncle.
Indian Express
05-05-2025
- Health
- Indian Express
Covid survivor scores 79.83% in HSC, highest among night school students in Vidarbha
Three years ago, Shahnaz Pathan lay on a ventilator, fighting for her life during the second wave of Covid-19. This week, the 37-year-old mother of two and a student of Commerce at Shri Shivaji Night High School and Junior College, Nagpur scored 79.83% in her Class 12 board exams, one of the highest among night school students in Vidarbha. During the second wave of Covid-19, Shahnaz Pathan spent 22 days on a ventilator at Pune 's Auto Cluster Covid Hospital. Doctors had nearly given up hope. But a resilient Shahnaz recovered. The pandemic also cost her a job, prompting a move to Pune in 2020. With an ITI diploma, she secured a sales role at a European firm. But she knew a degree was essential to grow in the field. A mother of two, Shahnaz enrolled in Nagpur's Shri Shivaji Night High School and Junior College. Each month, she travelled from Pune to attend classes, balancing her job with studies and extra coaching. On May 5, when Maharashtra's Class 12 results were announced, she scored 79.83% in Commerce, the highest among night school students in Vidarbha. 'I dropped out after Class 10 due to financial issues. Now I want to complete my graduation and even pursue an MBA,' she says.
