Follow Us on Google News New Delhi, March 10 (IANS) The government has taken various measures to reduce the dependency on imported crude oil and to promote domestic production of oil and gas, the Parliament was informed on Monday. Various steps have been taken by government and public sector undertakings (PSUs) oil marketing companies (OMCs) … Read more
New Delhi, March 3 (IANS) Limiting exposure to screens and reducing gaming volume is essential to prevent hearing loss in children, said the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare on World Hearing Day on Monday. World Hearing Day is observed every year on March 3 to raise awareness about preventing deafness and hearing loss and … Read more
New Delhi, Feb 26 (IANS) Expansion of India’s public distribution system (PDS) has played a significant role in preventing stunted growth — a serious health concern among children in the country. According to a recent paper in the American Economic Association, it has prevented the stunting of about 1.8 million children in eight states in … Read more
Bhopal, Feb 23 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Sunday that the Central government is committed to reduce the medical expenses for every Indian, which has been a pressing issue, especially for the economically weaker sections. “Our government is committed to reduce treatment costs for all citizens, which were exorbitant before our government came … Read more
Bengaluru, Feb 13 (IANS) Under fire over fare hike in Namma Bengaluru Metro, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah appealed to the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) on Thursday to reduce fare hike. The Congress-led Karnataka government has been facing criticism from all corners, including the public over the steep ticket price hike. Following the price … Read more
Gandhinagar, Jan 31 (IANS) Gujarat Health Minister Rushikesh Patel on Friday stressed the need for collective action to curb malnutrition, reduce infant and maternal mortality and eliminate anaemia. Addressing a state-level health conference, he called upon village leaders and social workers to take moral responsibility for ensuring that no child or woman in Gujarat remains … Read more