Newborn deaths

BJP leaders visit Kota hospital after death of 10 newborns; CM says action being taken

Gehlot had on Friday sent a team to Kota to look into the deaths. 

Dec 28, 2019, 17:58 PM IST

6 lakh newborns die within 28 days of birth in India each year: UNICEF

The first 28 days of life – the neonatal period – are the most vulnerable time for a child's survival.

Feb 20, 2018, 11:10 AM IST

India among five countries responsible for 50% newborn deaths

Despite the progress, neonatal deaths defined as deaths during the first 28 days of life accounted for 46 percent or 7,000 every day.

Oct 20, 2017, 11:31 AM IST

Twins delivered at 37 weeks' may prevent stillbirths: Study

Twins should be delivered at the 37th week of a mother's pregnancy period to reduce the risk of stillbirths and newborn deaths, say researchers led by an Indian-origin scientist.

Sep 07, 2016, 20:26 PM IST