The Delhi High Court has refused to grant relief to a beverage company seeking permission to sell its existing stock labeled with the term “ORS”, reinforcing the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI)’s stand against misleading labeling. The court observed that allowing the sale
Held ahead of World Diabetes Day, the conference brought together top health experts to address prevention, management, and women’s health across life stages.“Diabetes has emerged as one of India’s most pressing public health challenges, demanding urgent preventive action. India today stands on the brink of a
In a landmark step to strengthen India’s public health resilience, the Union Government has announced the launch of a ₹383 crore National Mission to Combat Zoonotic Diseases, aimed at tackling infections that spread between animals and humans. The mission, set to be rolled out under the
The recently concluded English play “On a Lucid Day, My Name is Vinod Rao” captivated Bengaluru audiences over the weekend, leaving them with tears, laughter, and deep reflection. Written and directed by Dr. G.K. Jayaram, the play shed light on the emotional and social realities of living with
Kolkata, 10th November: World Immunisation Day is observed on 10th November every year, and the theme this year is ‘Immunisation for All is Humanly Possible’. World Immunization Week 2025 intends to ensure that more adolescents, children and adults, as well as their communities, are protected
The Vascular Surgeons Association of Karnataka (VASKAR) organized the Walkathon 2025 today in Bengaluru under the inspiring theme “Amputation-Free India.” Over 500 doctors, vascular specialists, and paramedical professionals came together at Freedom Park, walking to Vidhana Soudha to raise awareness on preventing avoidable amputations through early diagnosis and vascular care.The event was graced by Shri
Dementia India Alliance (DIA), a national, NGO dedicated to promoting awareness, advocacy, and care for people living with dementia, and Apollo AyurVAID Hospitals, India’s leading Precision Ayurveda hospital network under the Apollo Hospitals Group, have joined hands to advance integrative dementia care and awareness in
The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has called for strategic partnerships with the pharmaceutical and biotech industry to develop indigenous therapies and vaccines against the Nipah virus, a highly fatal zoonotic infection that poses recurring public health threats in India.The initiative aims to strengthen
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
