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Maharashtra Reports 167 Cases of Guillain-Barré Syndrome

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1 year ago

February 11, 2025

The Maharashtra Health Department announced on Monday that the state has recorded a total of 192 suspected cases of Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS), with 167 of these cases confirmed. Additionally, there have been seven reported deaths related to the syndrome, with one confirmed as GBS and six others still under investigation.
The cases have been distributed across various regions, including 39 from the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC), 91 from recently added villages within the PMC area, 29 from Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC), 25 from Pune Rural, and 8 from other districts.

Currently, 48 patients are receiving treatment in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), while 21 are on ventilators. So far, 91 patients have been successfully discharged after treatment.
Health officials are actively monitoring the situation and have ramped up surveillance efforts in the affected areas.

On February 6, the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) took decisive action by sealing off 30 private water supply plants in Nanded village, Dhayari, and nearby locations along Sinhgad Road, which have been identified as the outbreak’s epicenter. According to a PMC official, this operation was carried out following sample tests that revealed the water was unsafe for drinking. Some plants were operating without proper permits, while others tested positive for Escherichia coli bacteria, and many lacked adequate disinfection and chlorination processes.
On February 3, the Union Health Minister convened a high-level meeting with key health and medical officials in Maharashtra to review the public health measures being implemented by the state, including the testing and treatment of GBS patients.
Guillain-Barre Syndrome is an autoimmune disorder that occurs when the immune system mistakenly attacks the peripheral nervous system, resulting in symptoms such as muscle weakness and, in severe instances, paralysis.

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Social Media Influencer-Turned Gangster Held Abroad

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3 days ago

April 9, 2026

Namma Kudla

New Delhi: Rao Inderjeet Yadav has been arrested in Dubai. He is wanted in a murder case from Haryana.

He fled India in 2024 after a businessman was killed in Rohtak. Police had been searching for him since then. Officials said Dubai authorities have asked for documents. He is likely to be brought back to India soon.

Yadav faces more than 15 criminal cases. These include extortion, fraud, and illegal land deals. The Enforcement Directorate also investigated him for money laundering. Raids led to the seizure of cash, cars, and documents.

He also ran a music company called Gems Tunes. It produced regional songs.

Yadav had a large social media following. He often showed his rich lifestyle online. He has denied all charges. He claims he is being framed.

Police are now preparing for further action.

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Man Killed by Wife’s Lover in Andhra Pradesh, Son Raises Alarm

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4 days ago

April 8, 2026

Namma Kudla

Andhra Pradesh: A 45-year-old man was killed by his wife’s lover in Annamayya district of Andhra Pradesh. The incident happened on Monday night in a forest area near Chowdepalli.

The victim, Gandhi from Tamil Nadu, had come with his five-year-old son to search for his wife. Police said the wife was in a relationship with another man named Narasimhulu.

Narasimhulu allegedly took Gandhi and the child into the forest. He and his aides then attacked Gandhi with a stone and killed him in front of the boy.

The frightened child hid in nearby bushes. After the attackers left, he stayed beside his father’s body the whole night.

At sunrise, the boy walked to a nearby village and informed locals. The police were alerted and started an investigation.

Police have taken the accused and his two aides into custody. The child has been placed in a care centre.

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Woman Delivers Baby Girl on Train in Andhra Pradesh

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4 days ago

April 8, 2026

Namma Kudla

Andhra Pradesh : A pregnant woman gave birth to a baby girl on a moving train in Andhra Pradesh. The incident ended safely with the help of railway staff.

The woman was eight months pregnant. She boarded the train with her family, believing she still had one month left for delivery. She was travelling from Chennai to Dhanbad on Train No. 13352.

After the train crossed Annavaram station, she began to feel labour pain. Her family members became worried and immediately informed the ticket examiner.

Railway staff member G. Jyothi responded quickly and helped the woman. Understanding the emergency, the train was given a special halt at Elamanchili station. An ambulance was also arranged.

The woman delivered a healthy baby girl on the train. After the delivery, both the mother and the newborn were shifted to Elamanchili Government Hospital in a 108 ambulance.

Officials confirmed that both the mother and baby are safe and healthy. The train was halted at the station for about 40 minutes to manage the situation.

Railway staff ensured privacy by asking male passengers to leave the coach. Their timely action helped ensure a safe delivery.

This incident highlights the importance of quick response and human support during emergencies.