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Mass poisoning bid at Muharram rally in Mumbai, man arrested: Police | Mumbai News

Mass poisoning bid at Muharram rally in Mumbai, man arrested: Police | Mumbai News

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3 min readMumbaiJun 28, 2026 04:45 AM IST A man from Pune was arrested Saturday for allegedly distributing capsules filled with zinc phosphide, widely used as a rat poison, in an attempt to carry out “mass poisoning” at a Muharram procession of the Shia community in south Mumbai Friday night, police said. Police identified the arrested man as 39-year-old Faiyaz Premji and said he told them he was a Shia, and that he had 14,000 capsules with zinc phosphide in a blue plastic bag. According to police, Premji was a Pune resident who stayed in a dormitory in the city before checking into a hotel in south Mumbai where he received delivery of the capsules. Police claimed he told them that he intended to harm those who had gathered for the Muharram procession. Officers are now questioning him to determine the motive. Zinc phosphide, a rodenticide, is commonly used to kill rats. It is also used as a single-dose poison in agricultural fields. DCP Jayant Meena said the case came to light after employees of a …

Dog Squad Traces Poachers To Village House After 14 Wild Animals Wiped Out In Shocking MP Forest Pond Poisoning

Dog Squad Traces Poachers To Village House After 14 Wild Animals Wiped Out In Shocking MP Forest Pond Poisoning

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3 min readBhopalJun 26, 2026 10:53 PM IST The Madhya Pradesh Forest Department has arrested three men for allegedly poisoning a forest pond to hunt wild animals after 12 chital and two sambar were found dead in Katni district’s Vijayraghavgarh forest range. The deaths came to light on Thursday during a routine patrol by forest personnel in the Ghughri beat of the Vijayraghavgarh range. Officials found the carcasses of the animals scattered within a radius of around 100 metres of a pond in Reserve Forest compartment RF-62. The area was subsequently secured, and an investigation was launched. According to forest officials, a dog squad was pressed into service as part of efforts to trace those responsible. During the search, the dog squad led investigators to a house in Ghughri village. Forest officials said searches at the premises led to the recovery of fresh meat, bloodstains, animal hair, snares and other equipment suspected to have been used for hunting. Based on the investigation, forest officials detained three suspects. Officials said the three admitted during preliminary questioning …

Number of patients in Bhiwandi food poisoning rises to 122

Number of patients in Bhiwandi food poisoning rises to 122

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The number of persons affected due to a suspected food poisoning incident in Bhiwandi in Maharashtra’s Thane district has risen to 122, officials said on Saturday (June 20, 2026). Resident Deputy Collector Sandeep Mane told PTI that 107 patients have been admitted to the government-run Indira Gandhi Memorial (IGM) Hospital in the locality, while 15 others are undergoing treatment at other medical facilities. According to the police, several customers who had eaten food items at a local establishment on June 17 experienced stomachache and diarrhoea the following day and had to be rushed to hospitals. “The civic corporation is taking action against the establishment at its level,” Mane said. Bhiwandi-Nizampur Municipal Corporation PRO Shrikant Pardeshi told PTI that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has initiated action against the eatery. He said the civic body has also demolished the unauthorised portion of the establishment. Former Bhiwandi MP Suresh Mhatre, who visited IGM Hospital, told reporters that he would urge FDA Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe to take action against unauthorised food establishments in the area. The affected …

Doctor explains why food poisoning cases rise during summer and monsoon; shares safety guidelines

Doctor explains why food poisoning cases rise during summer and monsoon; shares safety guidelines

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Food poisoning during the summer and monsoon season is not just discomfort — it is a serious public health concern. As temperatures soar and humidity rises, foodborne illnesses spike dramatically across the country. Food poisoning is not always a mild health issue, cautions Dr Tandon. (Pexel) Also Read | Brain tumour myths vs facts: Neurosurgeon debunks 4 common myths on World Brain Tumour Day 2026 Knowing what causes food poisoning, how to recognise it, and what to do about it can make all the difference between a quick recovery and a dangerous complication, Dr Chirag Tandon, director of Internal Medicine at ShardaCare-Healthcity, told HT Lifestyle. He went on to share the ABC’s of food poisoning that all households should be aware of, to tackle the situation better should it ever arise. Why are summer and monsoon peak seasons for food poisoning? The rise in food poisoning cases in the hot and humid months is not random. According to Dr Tandon, the heat and humidity create ideal conditions for bacterial growth. “Pathogens such as Salmonella, E. …

NIA files charge sheet in mass poisoning conspiracy case

NIA files charge sheet in mass poisoning conspiracy case

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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has filed a charge sheet against three accused persons linked to the ISIS terrorist organisation in a Jihadi bioterrorism conspiracy aimed at carrying out mass poisoning of innocent people in public spaces in India, the agency said on Tuesday. Among those named in the charge sheet, filed before a special court in Ahmedabad, include the main accused – a Hyderabad based doctor, Syed Ahmed Mohiuddin, and two Uttar Pradesh residents – Azad and Mohammad Suhel (AFP/Representational Image) Among those named in the charge sheet, filed before a special court in Ahmedabad, include the main accused – a Hyderabad based doctor, Syed Ahmed Mohiuddin, and two Uttar Pradesh residents – Azad and Mohammad Suhel “Working under the guidance of their respective IS-linked foreign-based handlers, the accused had operated in a coordinated manner to recruit vulnerable youth radicalized by the handlers to support Jihad and spread terror through illegal prohibited weapons and bioterrorism. They had planned to use ‘ricin’ – a potent biological toxin occurring naturally in the seeds of castor oil …

When a food poisoning bout and forced 2-month rest worked its magic for Vaishali Rameshbabu to rediscover joy in chess in 2024 | Chess News

When a food poisoning bout and forced 2-month rest worked its magic for Vaishali Rameshbabu to rediscover joy in chess in 2024 | Chess News

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Vaishali Rameshbabu had just been knocked out of the World Cup in July and returned home, falling ill immediately. She would miss out on tournaments for two months, trying to recoup, and discover a broader life beyond chess, which in fact helped her to fall in love with chess again, and this time feel “sorta, kinda something like happy.” India’s brand new challenger for the Women’s Chess World Championships after winning Candidates at Cyprus, recalled how the lowest point brought on enduring joy for the game thereafter. The year was 2023-24 – and it had been a rollercoaster, she told Chess.com two years ago. “It was just a food poisoning. But it was bad for me. In a way it was good. I took a break from the game, to take some positives from it. But I had to miss some tournaments,” she revealed to the website. The lead-up she told Chess.com had been filled with losses. “Last year was a rollercoaster. Wijk an Zee was ok. Didn’t play well in Grand Prix, lost my …

UP: Over 30 fall ill after suspected food poisoning at wedding in Barabanki

UP: Over 30 fall ill after suspected food poisoning at wedding in Barabanki

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More than 30 people, including children and elderly guests, were taken ill after allegedly consuming contaminated food at a wedding ceremony in Uttar Pradesh`s Barabanki, officials said on Sunday, reported the PTI. The incident took place on Saturday evening in the Lalapur locality of the Dewa area during a wedding function hosted by a resident of Khijna village. According to health officials, several guests began experiencing severe abdominal pain and vomiting within half an hour of eating non-vegetarian dishes served at the event. The sudden onset of symptoms created panic among attendees, prompting locals to alert authorities. Medical response Following the incident, an ambulance was rushed to the village, and all affected individuals were taken to the Community Health Centre (CHC) in Dewa for immediate treatment, according to the PTI. Chief Medical Officer Dr Awadhesh Yadav visited the site to monitor the situation and oversee medical care. While most patients are being treated at the CHC, six individuals with more serious symptoms have been referred to the District Hospital for further treatment. Officials said some …

Nearly 70 sheep found dead in Ludhiana, owner suspects poisoning

Nearly 70 sheep found dead in Ludhiana, owner suspects poisoning

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Around 70 sheep were found dead under unclear circumstances in the Bhattian area of Ludhiana, prompting concern after a purported video of the incident surfaced on social media on Friday. Officials said no formal complaint has been received. (HT File) The incident came to light after dozens of sheep were found dead in a vacant plot near Sacred Heart Convent School in Bhattian village. The purported video showed carcasses lying scattered across the site, with some animals appearing to have swollen stomachs, raising suspicion about the cause of death. The sheep belonged to Harmesh Singh, a resident of Patiala, who had brought nearly 200 sheep to Ludhiana for grazing. He said he reached the area on Thursday and stayed overnight at the plot with the animals. “Everything was normal at night, but when I woke up around 3 am, many sheep were already dead,” he said, adding that around 70 died while the rest survived. The exact cause of death is yet to be ascertained, though poisoning is suspected. Harmesh Singh estimated his loss at …

Over 150 fall ill after suspected food poisoning at Assam wedding

Over 150 fall ill after suspected food poisoning at Assam wedding

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Over 150 people were taken ill in a suspected case of food poisoning after attending a wedding ceremony in Assam’s Karbi Anglong district, an official said on Tuesday.  Two critically sick persons have been admitted to Diphu Medical College and Hospital here, while the others were undergoing treatment at the local government health facility, he said. Most of the guests who attended the wedding in Pator Timung village in Bokoliaghat area on Monday started complaining of stomach ache, dysentery and vomiting by evening. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

28 Girls Fall Ill After Eating Boiled Eggs At Telangana Hostel; Food Poisoning Suspected | India News

28 Girls Fall Ill After Eating Boiled Eggs At Telangana Hostel; Food Poisoning Suspected | India News

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Last Updated:February 20, 2026, 18:46 IST 28 students at Kasturba Gandhi Girls’ School hostel in Regode, Medak fell sick after eating boiled eggs, suspected food poisoning. AI-generated image used for representation As many as 28 students from a government-run girls’ hostel in Telangana were taken to hospital after they reportedly fell sick due to suspected food poisoning. The incident took place at the Kasturba Gandhi Girls’ School hostel in Regode mandal of Medak district. According to Regode Police, the students had eaten boiled eggs served at the hostel on Wednesday night. Soon after the meal, several girls began complaining of vomiting and discomfort. As their condition worsened, they were rushed to a nearby government hospital for treatment. Police officials said that 13 students have been declared stable, while 15 others remain under medical observation. Doctors are closely monitoring the girls to ensure there are no further complications. Authorities are looking into the matter to determine the exact cause of the illness. Handpicked stories, in your inbox A newsletter with the best of our journalism submit …