The Delhi High Court has dismissed a plea challenging the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI)’s directive banning the sale of beverages marketed under the guise of ‘ORS’ (Oral Rehydration Salts) formulations, reaffirming the regulator’s authority to act in the interest of public
A recent study by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has raised alarm over a concerning surge in infectious diseases across India, revealing that one in every nine diagnostic tests conducted under surveillance programs has returned positive results for infectious pathogens. The findings, based on
In a visionary move toward transforming India’s emergency medical response, Dr. V.K. Paul, Member (Health), NITI Aayog, has called for a technology-driven overhaul of the national ambulance network to ensure that emergency medical care reaches patients within 10 minutes. Speaking at a high-level health forum, Dr.
The Kerala government is set to roll out a statewide HPV vaccination drive targeting Plus One and Plus Two students, marking a significant step toward the elimination of cervical cancer in the state. The initiative, led by the Department of Health and Family Welfare, aims to
In a groundbreaking public health move, the Maldives government has officially begun implementing a ‘generational ban’ on smoking, making it one of the first countries in the world to take such a bold step toward a tobacco-free future. Under the new law, citizens born after a
Collaborates with Mothers Against Vaping for Capacity-Building Workshop at Delhi Police Academy Acknowledging the urgency of curbing the proliferation of gateway nicotine products despite an existing nationwide ban, the Delhi Police has become the first police force in the country to organize a dedicated capacity-building workshop
In the recent years, doctors have noticed a substantial increase in male infertility cases. Historically, the average sperm count has dropped significantly from approximately 113 million/ml in 1940, to 66 million/ml in 1990. Studies show that from the year 2000 onwards there is an average
India’s Molbio Diagnostics has been awarded the prestigious Kochon Prize 2024 for its groundbreaking portable molecular diagnostic platform, a transformative innovation that has significantly advanced the fight against infectious diseases globally. The Kochon Prize, instituted by the Stop TB Partnership and funded by the Kochon Foundation
In a landmark move strengthening its international presence, Narayana Health, one of India’s largest and most respected healthcare providers, has announced the acquisition of UK-based Practice Plus Group (PPG), marking a major milestone in its global expansion strategy. The acquisition, estimated at £160 million (approximately ₹1,700
The Government of Mizoram has launched a statewide ‘Tobacco-Free Youth’ campaign aimed at reducing tobacco consumption among school and college students, reinforcing its commitment to building a healthier, smoke-free generation. The campaign, spearheaded by the State Tobacco Control Cell (STCC) under the National Tobacco Control Programme
