Brain dead youth in Mysuru could transform lives of five persons through organ donation
The Hindu
24-year-old Darshan’s organs were harvested and donated to various hospitals for transplanting in needy patients
A 24-year-old brain dead man could transform the lives of at least five persons, including a patient in Tamil Nadu, by donating his organs. The family of the youth donated his heart, two kidneys, liver and corneas, which were taken by various hospitals for transplanting on needy patients.
Darshan was rushed from a private hospital in Mysuru to the Apollo BGS Hospitals in the city on the night of January 18 in a critical condition. A CT scan revealed that the patient showed brain stem infarction. He was shifted to the ICU for life support and intensive care. He was declared brain dead due to brain stem failure around 4 a.m. on January 21.
Rising obesity rates in India, particularly among women in South Indian States, highlighted with BMI data and PM Modi's advice.
Special educator Soumya Devadiga selected as coach for Indian team in Special Olympics Winter Games in Italy.
Gade Srinivasulu Naidu wins North Coastal Andhra Pradesh Teachers' Constituency election with overwhelming support from teachers.
Congress alleges BJP government in Madhya Pradesh plans to privatise 40% of forests, displacing tribals from their habitat.
Tamil Nadu Governor R.N. Ravi advocates renaming Indus Valley Civilization to Saraswathi Civilization, challenging historical narratives.
A study by researchers from NIMHANS, in collaboration with doctors from Australia, United Kingdom and some states in India, has found suicidal ideation and suicide attempts alarmingly high among college students across the country.
First trial run of disposing 10-tonne Union Carbide toxic waste in Pithampur begins after Supreme Court's decision.
Telangana tunnel collapse rescue updates: Follow the Hindu’s updates as Srisailam Left Bank Canal tunnel rescue operations enter the 11th day
First trial run of disposing 10-tonne Union Carbide toxic waste in Pithampur begins after Supreme Court's decision.
Rwanda-backed M23 rebels abduct 130 patients from hospitals in eastern Congo, escalating conflict and sparking international concern.
Tamil Nadu Governor R.N. Ravi advocates renaming Indus Valley Civilization to Saraswathi Civilization, challenging historical narratives.
Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin increases financial aid for fishermen affected by Sri Lankan Navy, urges lasting solution.
Smooth SSLC exam day in Ernakulam with easy Malayalam paper, proper revision sessions, and over 32,900 students across 325 centers.