Tag: FOOD
One Nation One Ration programme faces many challenges: Experts
The main objective of the scheme is to introduce nation-wide portability of ration card holders under National Food Security Act, 2013 (NFSA), without the need to obtain a new ration card.
Four of Five Indian Children Diagnosed with Cancer Do not Survive Beyond 5 Years
India’s national survival rate for juvenile cancers – less than 20%, according to the World Health Organisation.
Efficient Marketing is the Key to Maximising Farmers’ Income, says Experts
Besides improved technology for assured and maximum production, efficient marketing is the yardstick for maximising the margins in the markets.
Delhi Air Quality Index drops to ‘Poor’ again
Delhi air quality fell back to 'poor' category with overall AQI standing at 259.
Economy/Blood Pressure, Obesity Endanger Health of Indian Children
India’s nutrition survey shows obesity as much a concern as malnutrition among children.
Dengue Outbreak Hits India Again, Several Deaths Reported
For the past ten years, the number of dengue cases are gradually increasing in India. Unplanned urbanization is one of the major contributing factor.
Health/Unmeasured burden: Drug-resistance in farm animals threatens human health in India
Experts stressed on a nation-wide surveillance system for monitoring AMR in animals. The burden of AMR in livestock and food animals has been poorly documented in India.
Climate Change/Is The Way We Consume Our Food Impacting Our Environment?
A small chocolate bar takes 21 litres of water to be produced while contributing to greenhouse gases in our environment. Are we consuming sustainably? It's time to rethink.
Arsenic Contamination of Water Resources in India: A Major Roadblock to Universal Health
Water contaminated by arsenic endangers hundreds of lives every year in India and is a pivotal concern for the wellbeing of its citiznes.
