Despite several measures taken by state health department in Tamil Nadu to control vector-borne diseases, the state recorded 1,451 cases of dengue and one death, 603 cases of malaria, 83 ...

An exclusive independent forum called Tamil Nadu Vector Science Forum is being started in the State soon by a group of individuals from entomology background to undertake intensive research ...

With the number of chikungunya and dengue cases on a high, the government is planning to set up Geographical Information System (GIS) for tracking the vector-borne diseases across the state ...

National Vector Control Programme had alleged the Tamil Nadu government did not take any initiative to prevent the spread of disease.

Doctors fear an increase in the number of vector-borne diseases if rains continue, as water collected in unused containers becomes a major breeding ground for mosquitoes.

TIRUCHY: Classified maps, interior layouts of airport lounges, and photographs taken from sensitive operational areas of Tiruchy, Coimbatore, and other airports in Tamil Nadu are being widely ...