Nilesh Mandlewala was named alongside distinguished individuals for his immense contribution in the field of social service & organ donation awareness. May 2026: Organ Man of India, “Nilesh Mandlewala” has been conferred with the prestigious “Padma Shri” award by President Smt. Droupadi Murmu at the first Civil Investiture
Mothers Against Vaping (MAV), a collective of concerned mothers battling the menace of new age tobacco devices that threaten an entire generation by acting as gateway products, has called for an inquiry into the visuals showing cricketer Riyan Parag apparently vaping during an IPL 2026
In a significant boost to healthcare infrastructure in Bihar, the Government of India has approved an additional ₹700 crore for the development of AIIMS Darbhanga, further accelerating the progress of the long-awaited project. The approval, granted during a Union Cabinet meeting chaired by Prime Minister
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has highlighted the growing importance of the care economy and telemedicine as major drivers of future employment in the healthcare sector, emphasizing that India’s evolving health ecosystem will create new opportunities for millions of skilled professionals. Speaking at a recent national forum
In a major public health initiative, the Government of Telangana has rolled out a free Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination campaign targeting adolescent girls aged 14–15 years, aiming to reduce the incidence of cervical cancer and strengthen preventive healthcare across the state. The programme was formally
The World Health Organization South-East Asia Regional Office has congratulated the Government of India on the national launch of its Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination programme, describing it as a landmark step in the fight against cervical cancer and a significant contribution to regional and global
Named ‘Our Future, Our Fight’, the new educational toolkit uses performance arts to highlight the dangers of nicotine gums, pouches, and vapes. · The launch event joined by healthcare leaders, police officials, teachers, and parents to encourage 500 participating children at a unique event in central
Prime Minister Narendra Modi today asserted that the Ayushman Bharat scheme has brought about a revolution in public healthcare in India, as the country marks seven years since the programme’s launch. According to the Prime Minister, the scheme, formally launched in 2018, “anticipated the needs of
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today drew national attention to one of the growing public health challenges confronting India—obesity. Speaking on the occasion, the Prime Minister described obesity not merely as an individual public health concern, but as a multifaceted issue with profound implications for
Fats are essential for energy, nutrient absorption, and overall health. Instead of eliminating them, the focus should be on making informed choices and maintaining a balanced intake. By Dr Dharini Krishnan Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent advice to reduce edible oil consumption by 10% has brought dietary
