Health & Sanitation
Indian Wetlands Get Globally Listed Under Ramsar Convention
In the day and age where children can name more celebrities and series over fruits and trees, it is not just a necessity but an imperative for us to educate ourselves about the environment and its functionality. So today we pick wetlands, not just because today, 2nd February is observed as World Wetlands Day...
Adani Group offers 350 sq ft. flats to Dharavi slum dwellers in Mumbai
The Adani Group has made an announcement saying that it would offer new flats measuring 350 sq ft. to residents of the Dharavi slum who are eligible for the same once the redevelopment project is completed. The size of the flats being offered are 17 per cent more than what is normally offered in...
Deepika Padukone: Beyond Films for a Greener World and Better Bharat
Exploring the actress's visionary support for startups, diverse ventures and impactful investments.
Deepika Padukone, an icon in the world of entertainment, both nationally and internationally, embodies versatility as an actress, a trailblazing producer, and a visionary entrepreneur. Her journey in the Indian film industry spans blockbuster hits like "Padmaavat," where her portrayal of Queen Padmavati...
Universal Health Coverage Day: Health For All, Time For Action
We celebrate Universal Health Coverage Day on December 12 every year, a day marked by the United Nations to spotlight the critical importance of universal health coverage (UHC) worldwide. It serves as a powerful reminder that everyone, regardless of their background or financial standing, should have access to quality healthcare. The endorsement of this...
The CSR Journal Excellence Awards 2023: Recognising top CSR projects for Health & Sanitation
The 6th edition of The CSR Journal Excellence Awards is all set to be held on the 9th of December 2023 at the Bombay Stock Exchange in Mumbai. The CSR Journal Excellence Awards aims to honour innovative and best practices in Corporate Social Responsibility, recognising the best practices in six categories.
These are Education &...
BMC allocates Rs 1,500 crore for free medicines, doorstep health services for the elderly and cancer care
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has announced that it plans to launch a 'Chief Minister Health at Doorstep' scheme worth Rs 1,500-crore for the citizens of Mumbai.
This scheme, which aims to provide free healthcare facilities to the residents of Mumbai, includes providing medicines free of cost at civic hospitals, delivery of drug consumable services...
The Impact of Climate Change on the Human Brain: New Research Unveils Disturbing Findings
In a groundbreaking study published in Nature Climate Change, an international team of researchers, spearheaded by the University of Vienna, is delving into an overlooked aspect of climate change—the potential impact on the human brain. Collaborators from prestigious institutions worldwide, including Geneva, New York, Chicago, Washington, Stanford, Exeter in the United Kingdom, and the...
National Cancer Awareness Day: The Role of Lifestyle and Environmental Factors in Preventing Cancer
Cancer, a formidable adversary, touches the lives of millions across the world. In India, the burden of cancer continues to rise, and its impact is deeply felt. However, amidst the sobering statistics and challenges, there is room for hope and proactive measures. While genetics undoubtedly play a role in cancer risk, lifestyle and environmental...
Govt launches campaign to include women in water governance
The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, Government of India (MoHUA) is launching a progressive initiative "Women for Water, Water for Women Campaign" under its flagship scheme - Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation (AMRUT), in partnership with the Ministry's National Urban Livelihood Mission and Odisha Urban Academy as the knowledge partner. This...
The Vegan Wave: Impact of Meat Production on the World and its Effects on Human Health
With veganism gaining more popularity than ever, many people are debating about plant-based diets over meat consumption. The recent years have seen many Indian celebrities like Aamir Khan, Sonam Kapoor Ahuja, John Abraham, Shahid Kapoor, Sonakshi Sinha and Sharaddha Kapoor turn vegan and praise to skies the outcome of their choices. While vegetarianism is...
World Vegan Day: Side effects of vegan diet
Veganism is increasingly gaining popularity. A vegan diet comprises plant-based food, which means, besides non vegetarian products, vegans also refrain from milk and dairy products. Reports claim veganism can help a person lose weight, fight diabetes and generally improve one’s overall health.
Well-planned vegan diets follow healthy eating guidelines, and contain all the nutrients that...
World Sight Day 2023: Top Companies Doing CSR for the Visually Impaired
India houses 20% of the world’s visually impaired population, and the largest number of blind children in any country. Experts from Orbis India and Sightsavers say that most of the blindness is preventable, especially in children and teenagers. On
World Sight Day 2023, opening up the conversation around CSR for the visually impaired and overall...