The Government of India has intensified its efforts to address health issues linked to air pollution by combining expert medical guidance, climate-health planning, public awareness campaigns, and clean air initiatives. The Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare reaffirmed this commitment in Parliament, highlighting a multi-pronged strategy focused on prevention,…
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AIIA Signs MoU with Insurers for Cashless Ayurveda Care
In a landmark step towards integrating Ayurveda with India’s mainstream health insurance framework, the All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA), New Delhi, has signed a Common Empanelment Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the General Insurance Council (GIC). The agreement, signed on February 10, marks a major advancement in making Ayurveda-based…
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“Swachh Aadat, Swachh Bharat: Habits for a Clean India”
Cleanliness and sanitation remain central to public health, dignity and the overall quality of life in India. Over the years, the Swachh Bharat Mission has transformed sanitation from a personal concern into a shared civic responsibility, strengthening systems, expanding toilet access and encouraging public participation in waste management. As the…
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India Advances Indigenous KFD Vaccine, Phase-1 Trials Begin
India has taken a significant step towards strengthening its public health preparedness against Kyasanur Forest Disease (KFD) as the Union Health Ministry announced steady progress in the development of a fully indigenous vaccine. The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has initiated Phase-I human clinical trials after successfully completing critical…
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Air Pollution Compliance Under CAQM Review
The Enforcement Task Force (ETF) of the Commission for Air Quality Management in NCR and Adjoining Areas (CAQM) has reviewed inspection outcomes, enforcement measures, and compliance status across the National Capital Region (NCR), reaffirming the Commission’s resolve to curb air pollution through sustained and coordinated action. The review was undertaken…
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Bihar Appoints 1,224 Doctors, Nitish Kumar Boosts Health Reforms
In a significant boost to Bihar’s public healthcare system, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Saturday handed over appointment letters to 1,224 newly recruited doctors in Patna. The appointments include both specialist and general medical officers and form part of the state government’s ongoing effort to strengthen government hospitals and expand…
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World Cancer Day 2026 Observed at AIIA with Integrative Focus
The All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA), New Delhi, observed World Cancer Day 2026 with a comprehensive series of awareness-driven and academic activities, reinforcing its commitment to cancer prevention, early detection and integrative oncology through Ayurveda. The observance was coordinated by the Centre for Integrative Oncology (CIO) and brought together…
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AI Transforms Cancer Detection, Budget Fuels Health
Artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the landscape of breast cancer detection. A landmark study by Lund University in Sweden revealed that AI-assisted mammography reduces late-stage breast cancer diagnoses by 12 percent, identifying more clinically relevant cancers early while maintaining low false-positive rates. The trial involved 100,000 women who underwent routine…
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Bird Flu Detected in Dutch Cow, Europe’s First Cattle Case
Europe has reported its first known case of avian influenza in cattle after a dairy cow in the Netherlands was found to have antibodies linked to the H5N1 bird flu virus. The unprecedented detection has drawn attention from global health authorities, although officials maintain that the risk to humans remains…
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Artemis II Mission: NASA to Send Humans Around the Moon Again
New Delhi: More than five decades after the Apollo era, NASA is preparing to send humans around the Moon once again. The Artemis II mission, expected to launch soon, will mark a critical step in humanity’s return to deep space exploration. A Historic Return to Lunar Orbit Artemis II is…