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17 Killed As Jeep Plunges Into 700 Metre Deep Gorge In Nepal
The private jeep was hired by locals travelling to attend the Baisakh Purnima festival on Friday at Jaljala, according to police inspector Sunil Thapa Nepali.
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India's Healthcare Gets Cheaper, Wider: National Statistical Office Survey Reveals Big Gains
India's latest NSO health survey shows improved access, lower out-of-pocket costs, and rising insurance coverage. Public healthcare use and institutional deliveries are up, signalling stronger, more affordable care nationwide.
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Jahangir Khan: Rural Politician To Bengal Talking Point After 'Singham' Row
Khan -- the candidate for the Falta constituency -- was one of the small-time politicians in rural Bengal, though well-known in his area, the South 24 Parganas. His rise started with the election of Abhishek Banerjee to Lok Sabha
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BJP Wins All 15 Municipal Corporations In Gujarat, AAP Surat Stronghold Falls
The BJP's success also extended into the taluka and district panchayats, though the Congress and AAP managed to find small pockets of support in rural areas
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Voting Begins For Gujarat Local Body Polls, Amit Shah To Vote In Ahmedabad
Gandhinagar, April 26 (IANS) Voting for Gujarat’s local body elections began on Sunday, with polling underway across municipal corporations, municipalities, district panchayats and taluka panchayats in what is one of the state’s largest grassroots el
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Steelbird ROX Helmets Clock 1 Crore Sales Amid Growing Safety Adoption In India
The Steelbird ROX helmet comes at a starting price of Rs 969, making it a budget-friendly option among daily riders.
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Punjab Government Deploys 19,000 ASHA For Healthcare Scheme Access
Chandigarh, April 1 (IANS) Strengthening last-mile healthcare access, the Punjab government has activated the ASHA (Accredited Social Health Activity) workers’ network to accelerate enrolments under the Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna (MMSY), with over 19,00
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Keep 90 Days' Buffer Stock Of Oil, Parliamentary Panel Tells Centre
The government needs to up its stock of crude oil and bring it to the global standard of 90 days' buffer stock in view of the fuel crisis sparked by the war in Iran, a Parliamentary Standing Committee on Petroleum and Natural Gas has said.
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New Fridge-Free Vaccine Could Revolutionise Immunisation Access For All
A new thermostable vaccine that does not require refrigeration has shown promising early results in a human trial. If successful, the technology could simplify vaccine delivery worldwide and significantly improve access for rural populations.
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Jyotiraditya Scindia Inaugurates Integrated 'Phygital' Service Centre To Boost Healthcare, Education Services In Rural Areas
Jyotiraditya M. Scindia said that the newly launched Integrated Phygital Service Centre will help realise the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to deliver healthcare, education, agriculture, financial and e-governance services.
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7 Indian Pilgrims Dead After Bus Falls Into A Gorge In Nepal
At least seven Indian pilgrims were killed in a micro-bus accident in Nepal's Gorkha district on Saturday evening while returning after offering prayers at the Manakamana Temple, the police said.
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India AI Summit 2026: Health AI Devices Boost Diagnostic Speed, Affordable Care
At the India AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi, experts highlighted how AI-powered health devices are improving diagnosis, lowering costs and expanding quality healthcare access in small towns and remote areas.
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Indian Army Eye Camp In Kutch Restores Vision Of Over 200 Patients
Over 200 individuals, including veterans, their dependents, and residents from remote areas of Kutch district, regained their vision following a three-day surgical eye camp organised by the Indian Army at the Military Hospital in B
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Date Sugar Vs. Stevia: Which Sweetener Is Better For Weight Loss And Diabetes Management In India?
Date sugar and stevia are both healthier than refined sugars. To figure out which sweetener is better for weight loss and diabetes, you need to look at the individual mechanisms behind them.
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India Second Globally To Deploy Mobile Stroke Units For Emergency Services: ICMR
India is the second country globally to integrate Mobile Stroke Units with emergency medical services to boost treatment in rural areas, said Dr Rajiv Bahl, Secretary, Department of Health Research and Director General, ICMR.
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17 Killed As Jeep Plunges Into 700 Metre Deep Gorge In Nepal
The private jeep was hired by locals travelling to attend the Baisakh Purnima festival on Friday at Jaljala, according to police inspector Sunil Thapa Nepali.
-
India's Healthcare Gets Cheaper, Wider: National Statistical Office Survey Reveals Big Gains
India's latest NSO health survey shows improved access, lower out-of-pocket costs, and rising insurance coverage. Public healthcare use and institutional deliveries are up, signalling stronger, more affordable care nationwide.
-
Jahangir Khan: Rural Politician To Bengal Talking Point After 'Singham' Row
Khan -- the candidate for the Falta constituency -- was one of the small-time politicians in rural Bengal, though well-known in his area, the South 24 Parganas. His rise started with the election of Abhishek Banerjee to Lok Sabha
-
BJP Wins All 15 Municipal Corporations In Gujarat, AAP Surat Stronghold Falls
The BJP's success also extended into the taluka and district panchayats, though the Congress and AAP managed to find small pockets of support in rural areas
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Voting Begins For Gujarat Local Body Polls, Amit Shah To Vote In Ahmedabad
Gandhinagar, April 26 (IANS) Voting for Gujarat’s local body elections began on Sunday, with polling underway across municipal corporations, municipalities, district panchayats and taluka panchayats in what is one of the state’s largest grassroots el
-
Steelbird ROX Helmets Clock 1 Crore Sales Amid Growing Safety Adoption In India
The Steelbird ROX helmet comes at a starting price of Rs 969, making it a budget-friendly option among daily riders.
-
Punjab Government Deploys 19,000 ASHA For Healthcare Scheme Access
Chandigarh, April 1 (IANS) Strengthening last-mile healthcare access, the Punjab government has activated the ASHA (Accredited Social Health Activity) workers’ network to accelerate enrolments under the Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna (MMSY), with over 19,00
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Keep 90 Days' Buffer Stock Of Oil, Parliamentary Panel Tells Centre
The government needs to up its stock of crude oil and bring it to the global standard of 90 days' buffer stock in view of the fuel crisis sparked by the war in Iran, a Parliamentary Standing Committee on Petroleum and Natural Gas has said.
-
New Fridge-Free Vaccine Could Revolutionise Immunisation Access For All
A new thermostable vaccine that does not require refrigeration has shown promising early results in a human trial. If successful, the technology could simplify vaccine delivery worldwide and significantly improve access for rural populations.
-
Jyotiraditya Scindia Inaugurates Integrated 'Phygital' Service Centre To Boost Healthcare, Education Services In Rural Areas
Jyotiraditya M. Scindia said that the newly launched Integrated Phygital Service Centre will help realise the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to deliver healthcare, education, agriculture, financial and e-governance services.
-
7 Indian Pilgrims Dead After Bus Falls Into A Gorge In Nepal
At least seven Indian pilgrims were killed in a micro-bus accident in Nepal's Gorkha district on Saturday evening while returning after offering prayers at the Manakamana Temple, the police said.
-
India AI Summit 2026: Health AI Devices Boost Diagnostic Speed, Affordable Care
At the India AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi, experts highlighted how AI-powered health devices are improving diagnosis, lowering costs and expanding quality healthcare access in small towns and remote areas.
-
Indian Army Eye Camp In Kutch Restores Vision Of Over 200 Patients
Over 200 individuals, including veterans, their dependents, and residents from remote areas of Kutch district, regained their vision following a three-day surgical eye camp organised by the Indian Army at the Military Hospital in B
-
Date Sugar Vs. Stevia: Which Sweetener Is Better For Weight Loss And Diabetes Management In India?
Date sugar and stevia are both healthier than refined sugars. To figure out which sweetener is better for weight loss and diabetes, you need to look at the individual mechanisms behind them.
-
India Second Globally To Deploy Mobile Stroke Units For Emergency Services: ICMR
India is the second country globally to integrate Mobile Stroke Units with emergency medical services to boost treatment in rural areas, said Dr Rajiv Bahl, Secretary, Department of Health Research and Director General, ICMR.
