The WHO has called for stronger policies to promote healthier diets and increased physical activity due to rising obesity and noncommunicable diseases. Saima Wazed, the Regional Director of WHO South-East Asia, emphasized the need for environments that su

WHO Urges Stronger Policies for Healthier Diets, Activity

The WHO has called for stronger policies to promote healthier diets and increased physical activity due to rising obesity and noncommunicable diseases. Saima Wazed, the Regional Director of WHO South-East Asia, emphasized the need for environments that support healthier choices. Sep 18, 2024
Nipah virus death: Masks compulsory in Kerala's Malappuram

Nipah Virus Claims Life in Kerala: Authorities mandated the use of masks

In the wake of a recent Nipah virus fatality in Kerala's Malappuram district, local authorities have mandated the use of masks in the district. This decision comes after a 23-year-old student from Bengaluru, a native of Chembaram near Naduvath in Wandoor, succumbed to the virus. Sep 16, 2024
RG Kar tragedy: Talks fail as junior doctors delegation seeks recording, refuses CM's invitation for a cup of tea

RG Kar tragedy: Talks fail as junior doctors delegation seeks recording, refuses CM's invitation for a cup of tea

In a new twist, the scheduled meeting between West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and a delegation of the West Bengal Junior Doctor's Forum (WBJDF), which has been protesting against the ghastly rape and murder of a trainee doctor at Kolkata's R.G. Kar Medical College and Hospital, could not take place on Saturday evening as they did not even enter her residence after she turned down their demand to allow either a live telecast or recording of the proceedings by their side also. Sep 15, 2024
RG Kar tragedy: Junior doctors reach CM's residence, talks stalled over recording demand

RG Kar tragedy: Junior doctors reach CM's residence, talks stalled over recording demand

A 30-strong delegation of junior doctors protesting against the ghastly rape and murder of a junior doctor of Kolkata's R.G. Kar Medical College & Hospital reached Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's residence on Saturday evening for talks but the process was stalled by their demand for either a live telecast of the proceedings or recording by both sides. Sep 15, 2024