India should enhance its regulatory framework to tackle emerging viral threats such as human metapneumovirus by strengthening surveillance, diagnosis, and rapid response mechanisms through National Health Mission initiatives. Investments in vaccine and antiviral research, along with global best practices, will help mitigate such outbreaks. Strengthening the healthcare infrastructure is essential to protect vulnerable populations and…
The dominance of just two major players in a market hinders healthy competition, discourages innovation, and discourages the development of new features or payment services by emerging market entrants. The overwhelming market presence of PhonePe and Google Pay has made it difficult for smaller competitors like Paytm to bring and develop innovative solutions to the…
During the winter, cold air can cause dry skin and respiratory dryness, making hydration even more important. Additionally, children are often less inclined to drink water in cold weather, increasing the risk of dehydration. Parents need to encourage healthy hydration habits to keep their children healthy during the cold months. Winter may not bring the…
We have seen our dreams being shattered on many occasions, but still, we have emerged strong and confident from every difficult situation. We must understand the importance of Swaraj and start aggressively to pursue these dreams so that we can provide a better future to our coming generation as well. We must spread awareness to…
While it is great for us to have our hopes for the New Year, we also need to understand that with hopes come disappointments. Life is a game of duality, and the New Year is no exception. If we reflect honestly on the ‘year gone by,’ we will realize that though the year may not…
India’s political scene will be hot in 2025. There will be assembly elections in Delhi and Bihar as well as BMC elections. Congress will focus on organizational changes, while BJP and RSS will organize big events to celebrate their 100 years. Prime Minister Modi will turn 75, and the BJP will also get a new…
Multinational corporations often sell less healthy food in low-income countries than in rich countries. Health star ratings for food products averaged 2.3 for rich countries versus 1.8 for poor countries, reflecting a disparity bordering on exploitation. Coconut oil, once linked to heart disease, is now promoted for its neuroprotective properties. Seed oils, previously heavily promoted,…
Today is Good Governance and holds special significance as it is the 100th birth anniversary of Atal Bihari Vajpayee. To celebrate this milestone, the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances has announced a week-long campaign titled ‘Going to Village’ from 19 to 24 December 2024. The initiative aims to bring governance to the grassroots…
India is at a unique stage in its demographic transition. India is characterized by a rise in its young population, which could be an opportunity to accelerate growth. However, a parallel phenomenon that needs equal attention in the context of India’s economic development is the rapidly aging population. Aging is a continuous, irreversible, universal process…
The Secular Civil Code, also known as the Uniform Civil Code, proposes a single set of laws governing personal matters—such as marriage, divorce, inheritance, and property rights—for all citizens, regardless of their religious affiliation. India currently operates under multiple personal laws based on religion, including Hindu law, Muslim law (Sharia), and Christian law. The Secular…
