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SC asks Centre to mull formation of menstrual leave policy

Supreme Court Urges Consideration of Menstrual Leave Policy

In a significant move, the Supreme Court of India has called upon the central government to contemplate the establishment of a menstrual leave policy. This directive, announced on July 8, 2024, was in response to a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed by an advocate.

Jul 9, 2024

You are not maharajas but public servants, contain dengue cases, Siddaramaiah tells DCs

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Monday lashed out at the state's Deputy Commissioners (DCs) and Chief Executive Officers (CEOs), reminding them that they are not maharajas but public servants and warning them that if the spread of dengue cases is not contained, higher officers will also be held responsible for negligence and apathy.

Jul 8, 2024

Anand Mahindra shares video of new tech detecting veins using infrared light

Mahindra Group Chairman Anand Mahindra has shared a video on the social media platform X, showing a new technology detecting veins using infrared light.

Jul 8, 2024

Nipah monoclonal antibody to undergo human trials in India, Bangladesh in 2025

A novel monoclonal antibody against the Nipah virus is set to undergo human clinical trials in India, and Bangladesh -- two countries that suffer Nipah outbreaks almost every year -- in 2025, according to a report on Thursday.

Jul 4, 2024

Zika Virus cases on rise in Maharashtra; Here's how it can impact pregnancy, cause complications for the newborn babies

Pregnant women are severely at risk of Zika virus that can lead to severe complications, harming the baby in the womb, said doctors on Thursday as Zika cases rise to 8 in Maharashtra.

Jul 4, 2024

Lucknow grapples with rising animal bite cases; vets blame increasing dog population

Lucknow, a city known for its rich cultural heritage and historical significance, is currently grappling with a surge in animal bite cases. Veterinary doctors in the city have attributed this alarming rise to an increasing dog population, resource scarcity, and extreme heat conditions.

Jul 3, 2024

Dengue cases rise by 42% in K'taka: Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao

Karnataka has witnessed a rise of 42 per cent in dengue cases as compared to last year, Minister for Health Dinesh Gundu Rao said on Tuesday.

Jul 3, 2024

Beware of Manchurian, cotton candy & now Pani Puri; foods that miserably failed K'taka safety checks

Out of the 260 samples collected, artificial colors and carcinogenic agents were found in as many as 41 samples pf Pani Puri. Whereas other 18 samples were also found unfit for human consumption

Jul 2, 2024

Craving pani puri? Cancer-causing chemicals found in samples in Karnataka [read now]

Love to binge on pani puri? Beware, eating pani puri laden with artificial colours may increase your risk of various cancers and asthma amongst a host of other health issues, according to an expert on Tuesday.

Jul 2, 2024

Use of AI for self-prescription poses risk to human life, warn doctors

Use of Artificial Intelligence (IA) for self-diagnosis and prescription poses significant risk to human life, warn healthcare professionals.

Jul 1, 2024

Monsoon Season spurs Dengue surge, K'taka tops with 5,374 cases, 5 deaths

The monsoon season, a period of relief from the sweltering heat, has also brought a surge in dengue cases in various parts of India, including Karnataka, Kerala, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, and Maharashtra.

Jun 30, 2024

Air Pollution And Respiratory Problems During Diwali

Children exposed to air pollution may face ling health risk later: Study

Early-life exposure to air pollution may have a direct effect on lung health later in life, reveals a study on Friday that underlines the need to reduce pollution.

Jun 28, 2024

Cardiovascular health risk may pose greater threat to future dementia cases: Study

A UCL study reveals cardiovascular health risks may pose a greater threat to future dementia cases than smoking. Hypertension emerged as the greatest dementia risk factor, suggesting the need for targeted action for dementia prevention.

Jun 27, 2024

Govt amends 50-year-old rule on surrogacy, Govt employees to get 6-month leave

Female government employees opting for surrogacy for childbirth can now avail up to six months or 180 days of maternity leave according to new amendments by the Centre to the 50-year-old rule.

Jun 26, 2024

Being lonely for long may raise stroke risk in elderly, new study finds

Older adults who remain lonely for a prolonged period may be at 56 per cent higher risk of suffering a stroke, according to a new study

Jun 25, 2024

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