global hunger index 2023

Solutions to global hunger crisis need revolutionisation of food systems

As the world grapples with a global hunger crisis, countries like India must leverage the power of youth engagement to transform food systems. #poverty #stunting #childmortality #foodsecurity Read more »
covid-19 and clinical research

Reimagining clinical research – Lessons from COVID-19 pandemic

#COVID19 pandemic has reshaped clinical research in India, highlighting the need for collaboration, network-building, innovation, and efficiency, writes Dr Aparna Mukherjee. #clinicaltrials #lungdiseases Read more »
Stubble burning

Choking on smoke: India needs innovative solutions to stubble burning menace

The government cannot turn a blind eye to the practice of stubble burning that chokes the Northern Indian states during winter months. #stubbleburning #environment #agriculture Read more »
world lung health day

India must tackle its silent lung health emergency

A nation grappling with #airpollution, #tobaccoaddiction, and chronic respiratory diseases, India must safeguard the lung health of its citizens. #COPD #COVID19 #TB Read more »
road safety, road accidents, rajasthan

Rajasthan’s road safety crisis: A wake-up call to save lives on highways

Rajasthan's road accident crisis demands a comprehensive approach, with a focus on stricter enforcement, better road infrastructure, sustainable mobility, and road safety. Read more »
chronic diseases in kerala

Lifestyle stigma for chronic diseases a drag on Kerala’s healthcare outcomes

Kerala's health policies are evolving to tackle the rising tide of chronic diseases and it is important to adopt a public health perspective for better results. #lifestylediseases #ncds, #publichealth #who #keralamodel ... Read more »
AI mission

Generative AI: ChatGpt is reshaping jobs, not killing them

In a world rapidly embracing #GenerativeAI, it is more or less clear that #ChatGPT is reinventing job categories, not replacing them. #bard #artificialintelligence #ai Read more »
international year of millets

Climate-resilient millets present sustainable solutions for food security

Climate-resilient #millets with remarkable nutritional benefits offer a sustainable path forward for India's agriculture and nutrition, amid evolving challenges and dietary preferences. #foodsecurity #sustainablefarming #climatechange #sdgs Read more »
Common services centres and e-governance

Common Services Centres: Bridging digital divide for rural women

Common services centres set up under the Digital India initiative can empower women in rural India by facilitating self-employment and increasing the reach of government services. #csc #digitalindia #egovernance #akshayacentre #mgnrega #ayushmanbharat Read more »
Common services centres and e-governance

Universal healthcare: Government schemes must ensure equal access to women

Gender disparities persist even in universal healthcare programmes with women facing unique challenges in accessing care. #ayushmanbharat #pmjay #bsby Read more »