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21 Jun

Medical Experts and Wellness Leaders Advocate Yoga as Core Tool for Preventive Healthcare and Wellness Tourism

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsHealth, LifestyleLifestyle Diseases, Preventive Healthcare, Yoga Day

PUNE (Gurpreet Singh): Medical professionals and wellness leaders marking the 12th International Yoga Day on Sunday emphasised that yoga has evolved beyond a trendy fitness activity into a scientifically viable preventive healthcare measure. Amid a global surge in chronic stress, mental health challenges, and lifestyle diseases, experts highlighted that consistent practice offers an adaptable, low-impact strategy to mitigate major metabolic and physical health risks. Dr Akshay Chipare, Consultant Physician in Internal Medicine at Vencer Hospital, clarified that yoga must be understood through a scientific lens rather than as a miracle cure. He explained that prominent non-communicable illnesses, including diabetes, hypertension,…

20 Jun

Ancient Chants for Spiritual Awakening: Powerful Vedic Mantras for the Summer Solstice Sunrise

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsHealth, Lifestyle

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): The Summer Solstice has long been regarded as far more than just a regular astronomical event. In the ancient Vedic tradition, this peak solar transition is revered as a powerful shift in cosmic consciousness, marking a sacred juncture when seekers are encouraged to deepen their spiritual practices and reconnect with their inner light. According to Vedic teachings, the hours surrounding the Solstice sunrise offer a unique opportunity to reset intentions, strengthen personal discipline, and attain spiritual clarity. Central to this solar celebration is Surya Upasana, the traditional practice of solar worship and meditation. Astrologers and spiritual…

19 Jun

Waking at 5 AM Maximises Brain Productivity? Neuroscientist Debunks the Popular Belief

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsHealth, LifestyleBrain productivity, Circadian rhythm, Early morning myth, REM sleep, Sleep genetics

Mumbai (Gurpreet Singh): The cultural obsession with the "5 AM club" as the ultimate golden ticket to peak mental performance and success has been debunked by scientific research. According to neuroscientist and sleep researcher Rachel Barr, an alarm clock does not dictate your brain's performance, and forcing an early schedule can actively harm your cognitive and emotional well-being. Barr explains that human productivity is heavily governed by the circadian rhythm—an internal timekeeping system that regulates hunger, sleepiness, and critical windows of alertness. Crucially, whether you function best as an early bird or a late-night owl is largely determined by your…

06 Apr

Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana Turns Key To Provide Aid in Emergencies

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsHealth, Politics, Punjab, TrendingBhagwant Mann, Punjab

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab’s flagship Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna is emerging as a critical pillar of healthcare security, offering ₹10 lakh coverage per family and enabling faster access to treatment while reducing financial stress during sudden medical emergencies. As illnesses such as heart attack, cancer, and birth complications continue to strike without warning, the Punjab Government’s approach is increasingly centred on bridging the gap between medical urgency and affordability through large-scale public health intervention. Illnesses like heart attack, cancer, and birth complications can strike without any red flags, causing sudden, severe symptoms and requiring immediate medical attention to prevent serious…

01 Feb

Budget 2026: Rs 10,000-Crore ‘Bio Pharma Shakti’ Scheme Announced to Boost Biopharma Industry

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusiness, Health, IndiaBio Pharma Shakti scheme, biopharma industry, Nirmala Sitharaman, Union Budget 2026

New Delhi: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Sunday announced a major policy push for India’s biopharmaceutical sector, unveiling the ‘Bio Pharma Shakti’ programme with an outlay of Rs 10,000 crore for the next five years, while presenting the Union Budget in Parliament. The initiative is aimed at creating a robust ecosystem for biopharma products and biosimilars, strengthening domestic manufacturing, innovation, and global competitiveness. Sitharaman said the programme aligns with the government’s broader vision of building self-reliance in high-end healthcare and life sciences. In addition to the biopharma push, the Finance Minister proposed measures to expand manufacturing capacity in strategic…

25 Dec

Farmer Couple, Two Sons Found Dead in Nanded; Police Suspect Family Suicide Pact

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsHealthFarmer Couple, Two Sons Found Dead in Nanded; Police Suspect Family Suicide Pact

Nanded (Maharashtra), December 25, 2025: A farming family of four was found dead at separate locations in Maharashtra’s Nanded district on Thursday morning, with police suspecting a case of mass suicide, officials said.The bodies of farmer Ramesh Sonaji Lakhe (51) and his wife Radhabai Lakhe (45) were discovered around 8 am inside their house at Jawala Murar village in Mudkhed tehsil. The couple was found lying motionless on a cot, prompting locals to alert the police. A short while later, the bodies of their two sons — Umesh (25) and Bajrang (23) — were found on nearby railway tracks. Preliminary…

01 Oct

Congress Chief Mallikarjun Kharge Under Observation at Bengaluru Hospital

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsHealth, Politics, Trending

BENGALURU (Rajeev Sharma): Senior Congress leader and party president Mallikarjun Kharge has been admitted to MS Ramaiah Hospital after developing a fever and experiencing leg discomfort, party insiders revealed on Wednesday. The 83-year-old leader was taken to the hospital on Tuesday evening for medical evaluation. Doctors are currently monitoring his condition, which sources say is stable and not alarming. “He is doing fine. There’s no serious issue. It was a routine decision to have him checked after he complained of fever and leg pain,” said a Congress functionary close to the developments. Medical staff are continuing treatment and observation as…

26 Aug

Haryana CM Saini Cycles to Assembly, Stresses Fitness and Green Living

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryana, Health, TrendingHaryana, Nayab Singh Saini

Chandigarh: Giving a message of fitness and environmental care, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Tuesday arrived at the Haryana Legislative Assembly on a bicycle, joined by senior leaders of his cabinet. Speaking on the occasion, the Chief Minister said that cycling is not only a healthy habit but also a step towards keeping the environment clean. “A healthy lifestyle begins with small steps like regular exercise. Cycling helps us remain fit and also reduces pollution,” Saini noted. #WATCH | Chandigarh: Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini, along with other leaders, reached the Haryana Legislative Assembly by Bicycle to promote…

30 Jul

Over 80% of Paneer in Indian Markets Found to Be Adulterated: A Pressing Health Concern

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsHealth, IndiaAdulterated Paneer, Health Concerns, India, Indian Market

Chandigarh (Rajeev Sharma): A recent investigation has uncovered that more than 80% of paneer sold in Indian markets is adulterated, manufactured using hazardous chemicals rather than genuine milk. With the increasing demand for affordable dairy products, low-cost synthetic paneer, often referred to as analog paneer, has discreetly dominated the market, posing a serious threat to public health.Experts explain that genuine paneer produced from fresh milk costs at least ₹350 per kilogram to manufacture. However, many retailers sell paneer for as low as ₹200–₹250 per kilogram, which is economically impossible without adulteration.This synthetic paneer is typically manufactured using milk powder, starch,…

26 Jul

10.18 Crore Women Screened for Cervical Cancer Under Ayushman Arogya Mandirs and NHM

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsHealth, India, TrendingCervical cancer

New Delhi (National Times): The Ministry of Health & Family Welfare has achieved a major milestone in women’s health with over 10.18 crore women aged 30 years and above screened for cervical cancer across the country. This achievement is part of the population-based initiative for screening, prevention, and management of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs), being implemented under the National Health Mission (NHM) through the Ayushman Arogya Mandirs (AAMs). The initiative targets women aged 30 to 65 years, with screening primarily done using Visual Inspection with Acetic Acid (VIA) at Sub-Health Centres and Primary Health Centres under AAM by trained health workers.…