About 90 percent of new smokers become addicted by age 25, stated a report. E-cigarette or vaping use-associated lung injury (EVALI) is a growing concern in India, shows recent studies and reports. A study by Science Direct shows how E-cigarettes are a public health challenge in India despite the comprehensive bans. A recent study by […]
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The National Education Policy (NEP) was passed in 2020 with the main aim of ensuring universal access to all levels of school education along with developing scientific temper among the students. Schools across the country are looking forward to include vocational courses in their curriculum after the implementation of National Education Policy (NEP), 2020. Browsing […]
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People well versed in local languages and cultures will be preferred. Prasar Bharti is hiring about a hundred people for the newly inaugurated 91 FM transmitters inaugurated by Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi, in 18 states and two union territories. TB Nanjundaswamy, Joint Director, News at All India Radio said, “Prasar Bharti has already started […]
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A recent Lancet study has shed light on a concerning trend in Cardiovascular Disease (CVD) risk factors among Indians. A study has revealed that the risk factors for CVD have increased among disadvantaged groups, such as poor individuals, while remaining stable or even decreasing among wealthier individuals. The study found that the prevalence of CVD […]
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HRT medicines, which are essential medication for menopausal women, are unavailable in government pharmacies Essential medicines for menopause are unavailable in government pharmacies. Dr. Somya Gupta, a gynaecologist in a tweet said, “So many essential medicines for menopausal women are not available in government pharmacy. It is frustrating to try to treat vasomotor symptoms of […]
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Wipro reported a 0.4 percent and a seven percent drop in its net profit on a YoY basis for March ending and for FY23, respectively. IT major Wipro approved the buyback of 26,96,62,921 shares at a face value of rupees two each, subject to the company’s shareholders’ approval. This represents 4.9 percent of the total number […]
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Solicitor-General Mehta’s propositions against the petition on day six of the hearing states it is not possible to avoid personal laws, changing all of which with gender-neutral terms would prove to be complicated. Solicitor-General Tushar Mehta, arguing against the inclusion of same-sex marriage under the Special Marriage Act (SMA) said that it would create linguistic […]
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The National Policy for Rare Diseases (NPRD) was introduced in March, 2021 by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. On Jan. 18, 2023, the Department of Health and Family Welfare announced that six more rare diseases are being included in the NPRD. This will enable people suffering from such diseases to get financial aid […]
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“The Centre’s argument that same sex marriage is elite has no bearing on how the court will decide the case,” said Chief Justice of India (CJI). Solicitor General Tushar Mehta representing the government argued that there will be “several ramifications” if the laws are amended to include same sex couples. In his submission before the […]
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Price reduction in the Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) industry is set to boost the prevailing weak retail demand. Consumers of FMCG are set to reap the benefits of the ongoing price war in the industry with the Reliance Industry Limited (RIL) setting shop in the sector. Experts say that with increased competition consumers can […]
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