Social Issues & Schemes

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Health SectorImportant International Institutions, Agencies and Fora
2 Dec, 2025

WHO terms obesity ‘global health crisis’, backs long-term use of GLP-1 drugs, Pg2

WHO declares obesity a 'global health crisis,' backing GLP-1 drugs for long-term use, emphasizing equitable access and comprehensive treatment strategies.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
1 Dec, 2025

Steady rise in electricity-related fatality rates in India, Pg9

India witnesses alarming surge in electricity-related fatalities; distribution networks and public negligence major causes, reveals report.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsHealth Sector
1 Dec, 2025

AIDS and TB fight — Tamil Nadu shows the way again, Pg8

Tamil Nadu pioneers TB mortality prediction model, mirroring AIDS control success, aiming for national replication and accelerated TB eradication.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsChallenges of Corruption and Utilization of Public Funds
1 Dec, 2025

2030 for 2036, Pg8

India to host 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad, signaling its ambition as a global sports hub and soft power.

Inclusive GrowthWomen and Women's OrganizationsEffects of Globalization on Indian SocietyDevelopment Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other Stakeholders
1 Dec, 2025

WOMEN IN GIG ECONOMY, Pg8

NITI Aayog report highlights structural barriers hindering women's gig economy participation; recommends childcare support and asset access facilitation.

Health Sector
1 Dec, 2025

How antibiotic misuse is fuelling a crisis in ICUs across India, Pg16

India grapples with rising antimicrobial resistance in ICUs, leading to increased mortality and complex treatment protocols, reveals alarming study.

Health SectorConservation, Pollution and Degradation
1 Dec, 2025

Why PM2.5 is attacking your joints, even before symptoms show up, Pg16

Delhi's PM2.5 levels linked to increased rheumatoid arthritis flare-ups, triggering inflammation and autoimmune responses, especially near arterial roads.

Population and Associated IssuesHealth Sector
1 Dec, 2025

Obesity isn't just about willpower, it's about biology, Pg16

Obesity crisis in India driven by biology, not just willpower, causing cardiovascular diseases and hormonal imbalances, ICMR warns.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth SectorCommunication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges
1 Dec, 2025

For health's sake, look for disclaimers in celebrity stories, Pg13

Celebrity endorsements of unverified health treatments spark controversy; India's regulations on misleading health ads face scrutiny.

Women and Women's OrganizationsChanges in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaHealth Sector
30 Nov, 2025

What are the facts on uranium in breast milk?, Pg15

Bihar study reveals uranium traces in breast milk, raising concerns about infant health risks and groundwater contamination; breastfeeding safety emphasized.

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsVulnerable SectionsConservation, Pollution and Degradation
30 Nov, 2025

Why has Goa been asked to set up a tiger reserve?, Pg15

Supreme Court panel urges Goa to establish tiger reserve in phases, addressing local concerns and ecological connectivity with Karnataka.

Health SectorE GovernanceScience and Technology in Everyday Life
30 Nov, 2025

NCDC mulls social media integration to study disease patterns, strengthen health security, Pg13

NCDC explores social media integration for enhanced disease surveillance and predictive modeling using AI, strengthening public health security systems nationwide.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismHealth SectorBiotechnology
30 Nov, 2025

Hormone therapy can alter proteins in transwomen’s blood, Pg14

Landmark study reveals feminizing hormone therapy profoundly alters blood proteins in transwomen, impacting long-term health risks and personalized medicine.

LiteratureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEducation Sector
30 Nov, 2025

Tamil Sangamam's 4th edition focuses on 'learning Tamil' amid three-language row, Pg6

Kashi Tamil Sangamam's fourth edition promotes Tamil learning amid NEP's three-language row, fostering cultural exchange between Tamil Nadu and Varanasi.

Poverty and Developmental IssuesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices
30 Nov, 2025

In MP, a tribal woman's death throws spotlight on unending queues for urea, Pg1

Tribal woman dies in urea queue in MP, exposing governance failures and supply chain issues amid rising fertilizer demand.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsAccountability and Ethical Governance
29 Nov, 2025

A new lease of life under the sun, Pg7

Supreme Court acquittals expose flaws in death penalty cases, highlighting investigative lapses and the need for police reforms and compensation.

Health SectorConservation, Pollution and Degradation
29 Nov, 2025

CPCB reports heavy metal contamination in Delhi, uranium levels 3rd highest in country, Pg4

Delhi's groundwater faces severe heavy metal contamination; uranium levels rank third highest nationally, posing significant health risks.

Parliament and State LegislaturesStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesEducation Sector
29 Nov, 2025

Refer Higher Education Commission of India Bill to House panel: Digvijaya, Pg2

Rajya Sabha MP urges referral of Higher Education Commission of India Bill 2025 to parliamentary panel for thorough review.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsDevelopment Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other StakeholdersHealth Sector
29 Nov, 2025

Time to revisit lessons from drive against TB, polio, HIV, Pg10

India's NAP 2.0 targets antimicrobial resistance through citizen engagement, mirroring success in polio, HIV, and TB control programs.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsHealth Sector
28 Nov, 2025

India’s food colouring woes and steps being taken to combat recurring issue, Pg2

Auramine O, a carcinogenic industrial dye, is found illegally in Indian foods, prompting calls for stricter enforcement and public awareness.

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