Pregnant Women

Prenatal Yoga: Benefits Of Vrikshasana For Pregnant Women; Learn The Technique To Practice This Yoga Posture

Health | Grand Master Akshar | Wednesday February 5, 2020

Pregnancy can cause hormonal changes in the body that lead to fluctuating moods. It is advisable that expectant mothers include a yoga practice into their routine. Here are some benefits of Vrikshasana for expecting mother.

US Restricts Entry Of Pregnant Women Fearing Use Of "Birth Tourism"

World News | Agence France-Presse | Friday January 24, 2020

US President Donald Trump opened a new front in his battle against immigration on Thursday, barring the issuing of visas to pregnant women seeking to enter the United States for so-called "birth tourism."

Police Vans Felicitated For Saving Over 500 Lives, Helping 67 Pregnant Women

Delhi News | Press Trust of India | Wednesday January 1, 2020

Delhi Police felicitated its PCR unit for saving over 500 lives, reuniting over 200 missing people and rushing 67 women having labour pain to hospitals this year, a police official said today.

Pregnant Women Often Miss Out On Adequate Nutrition: Study

Sushmita Sengupta | Wednesday December 4, 2019

The study published in the journal 'Maternal & Child Nutrition', said that many womendo not take care of their diet during their pregnancy, which may prove detrimental later.

Sonia Gandhi Writes To Congress Chief Ministers Over Maternity Benefits

India News | Press Trust of India | Thursday November 28, 2019

Congress president Sonia Gandhi has written to the chief ministers of the states where her party is in power, asking them to ensure that all pregnant women and lactating mothers receive a payment of at least Rs 6,000, as envisioned under the National Food Security Act (NFSA).

Nearly 20 Lakh Ghost Anganwadi Beneficiaries Found In Assam

India News | Press Trust of India | Sunday September 22, 2019

As many as 19.96 lakh ghost beneficiaries have been identified at Anganwadi centres in Assam through a daily headcount, according to an RTI query. In Assam, there are a total of 62,153 Anganwadi centres in which 36,24,973 beneficiaries, including 5,94,296 pregnant women and lactating mothers, are enrolled.

National Nutrition Week: Top Essential Nutrients For A Pregnant Woman

Health | Dr. Suman Banerjeee | Tuesday September 3, 2019

National nutrition week spreads information about the importance of ever nutrient for the human body. The nutritional requirements of a pregnant woman need extra attention for a healthy baby. Here are some essential nutrients for pregnant women explained by expert.

2 Pregnant Women Rescued In Chopper From Flood-Hit Uttarakhand

India News | Edited By Richa Taneja (With Inputs From Agencies) | Friday August 23, 2019

After incidents of cloudbursts, the Uttarakhand government sent teams of Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP), National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) to carry out rescue and evacuation operations in the region.

Drinking Alcohol During Pregnancy May Affect Baby's Genes

Friday August 16, 2019

According to a recent study, pregnant women are advised to stay away from alcohol, as it might alter the DNA of their babies.

Rajasthan, UP Blocks Finalised For Pilot Launch of Cash Transfer Scheme

India News | Press Trust of India | Saturday August 3, 2019

Two block areas each in Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh have been finalised for pilot launch of the conditional cash transfer scheme, which seeks to replace the take-home ration for pregnant women and lactating mothers and children below the age of 6, sources have said.

Choppers, Boats Rescue Hundreds From Train Stuck Near Mumbai After Rain

India News | Reported by Saurabh Gupta, Edited by Divyanshu Dutta Roy | Saturday July 27, 2019

Two military helicopters and six boats of the National Disaster Response Force were sent in to rescue as many as 900 people stranded on board a passenger train about 60 km out of Mumbai on Saturday after heavy rain paralysed the city and its surrounding areas.

13 Diet Tips For Pregnant Women To Follow This Monsoon Season

Dr Sapna Chaudhari (Jain) | Monday July 22, 2019

Pregnant women in particular should choose foods carefully that are nutritious yet light on the stomach, as monsoon brings along several gastrointestinal disturbances.

Eating A High Fibre Diet May Cut Preeclampsia Risk During Pregnancy: Study

NDTV Food Desk | Friday July 12, 2019

Preeclampsia is a condition that pregnant women develop. It occurs in up to 10 per cent of pregnancies and is characterized by high blood pressure, protein in the urine and severe swelling in the mother's body.

Surya Grahan 2019 Do's And Don'ts: Here's What Ayurveda Suggests For Solar Eclipse

Health | Varsha Vats | Tuesday July 2, 2019

Solar eclipse 2019: According to Ayurveda, one must eat light and easy-to-digest foods before and after the surya grahan. Read here to know why.

Cyclone Vayu: NDRF Rescues Pregnant Woman From Island Off Gujarat Coast

India News | Edited by Chandrashekar Srinivasan | Thursday June 13, 2019

NDRF and emergency medical services personnel sprang into action as Cyclone Vayu brought heavy rain and winds to Gujarat to rescue two pregnant women and ensure they delivered their children safely