The world facing monkeypox threat

The monkeypox threat: Here’s all you need to know about the deadly virus

As the fear of monkeypox grips the nation, here’s a guide to the disease -- symptoms, transmission, prevention, and policy measures to curb its spread. Read more »
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Monkeypox threat: Concerns rise as WHO sounds alarm

While monkeypox isn’t a deadly disease like Covid-19, it has been flagged as a global health emergency because there is no cure available for it. Read more »
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Millets can help resolve global food crisis through sustainable agriculture

Millets are five times more nutritious than rice and wheat in terms of proteins, minerals and vitamins. Read more »
COVID-19

Explained: Will government’s free Covid vaccine booster drive do the trick?

The educated crowd is hesitant and is waiting for a better Covid vaccine which is more effective and targets the whole virus of evolving strains. Read more »
skilling of youth key to prosperity

Time for govts, businesses to revive skilling efforts

The Covid-19 crisis saw businesses ignoring skilling of youth because of the strict lockdown measures announced by governments to curb the spread of the pandemic. Read more »
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Consumer protection: India’s redressal mechanisms being destroyed by apathy

The government’s consumer protection efforts should strike a balance the between the health of the economy and the wellbeing of consumers. Read more »
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An inclusive approach towards climate-induced migration

With a rise in extreme events world over, it is essential to develop a conceptual framework to address climate-induced migration. Read more »
Income inequality and multidimensional poverty in India

The nations within: Inequality poses a big challenge for India

India’s poorest states need to revamp their development strategies to bridge the widening inequality with the developed states in the southern and western regions. Read more »
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Hunger games: Tackling the food waste menace

Food waste consumes a third of global production at a time when the world is facing a severe food shortage, says a BCG report. Read more »
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World takes baby steps in microbiome research

As the world continues to grapple with lifestyle diseases and antimicrobial resistance, microbiome research opens up enormous possibilities for health and disease management. Read more »