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NCDRC directs Fortis Escorts Heart Institute, doctor to pay Rs 65 lakh to patient
While awarding the compensation, the commission considered various...
India’s population expected to reach 152.2 cr, sex ratio can increase from 943 in 2011 to 952 by 2036
By 2036, population of India is expected to reach 152.2 crore, with...
Health Ministry writes to states, UT over surge in COVID-19 cases
"Recently, there are a few States which are reporting a higher contribution to India's cases and higher positivity. This Ministry has advised all the States/UTs to follow a risk assessment-based approach on the opening of economic and social activities without losing...
At WHO event in Gujarat, PM Modi highlights India’s potential in traditional medicine
The GCTM will be the first and only global outpost centre for traditional medicine across the world. It will emerge as an international hub of global wellness Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said that World Health Organization has entered into a new...
U.S. judge overturns mask mandate for airplanes and trains
Judge Mizelle said the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) had exceeded its authority with the mandate, had not sought public comment and did not adequately explain its decisions. It was not clear whether the order would take immediate effect. The...
Sixteen more pigs die of African Swine Fever in Mizoram
"Besides, 205 pigs have died due to suspected African Swine Fever. At least 17 villages in Aizawl, Champhai, Lunglei and Saitual districts have been affected due to the outbreak," animal husbandry and veterinary department joint director Dr Lalhmingthanga said. At...
Global Citizen seeks up to $1 bln for six sustainable ‘Impact’ funds
The Global Citizen Impact Funds aim to help plug a large gap in funding for poorer countries struggling to meet the United Nations 2030 Sustainable Development Goals, which include providing access to clean water and fighting climate change The world's poorest...
Country is writing new stories of cleanliness today: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi Modi said that be it construction of toilets or disposal of waste, preservation of heritage or competition for cleanliness, the country is writing new stories in the field of cleanliness today. The Prime Minister also shared that more than...
Hong Kong bans AI flights till Apr 24 after 3 flyers found Covid-infected
Passengers from India can arrive in Hong Kong only if they have a COVID-19 negative certificate from a test done 48 hours prior to the journey, according to rules issued by the Hong Kong government, said the official on Sunday Moreover, all international passengers...
China hiding real Covid deaths by masking cause of death: Report
Citing Financial Times, Taiwan News reported that if someone dies after contracting COVID-19 but had, for example, cancer, heart disease, or diabetes at the time, Chinese hospitals would not classify the death as resulting from COVID-19, but as a chronic illness...
India questions WHO’s methodology to estimate COVID-19 mortalities
The Union health ministry issued a statement in response to a New York Times article titled “India Is Stalling WHO's Efforts to Make Global Covid Death Toll Public” dated April 16, saying the country has on several occasions shared its concerns with the global health...
Mysterious liver illness seen in kids in US, Europe
“Given the increase in cases reported over the past one month and enhanced case search activities, more cases are likely to be reported in the coming days,” WHO officials said in a statement. The U.S. children ranged in age from 1 to 6 years old, and two required...