Why Telangana CM Revanth Reddy Must Tackle Rogue Journalism

Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy recently issued a stern warning against individuals posing as journalists and spreading offensive content about public figures. His remarks—threatening to publicly strip and parade such individuals—sparked controversy. Yet, at the core of his statement lies a pressing issue: the unchecked proliferation of dubious media practices, especially in the digital…

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Is technology reaching women farmers?

India’s agri-food systems, including agriculture, livestock, agroforestry, and fisheries, are heavily dependent on both paid and unpaid labor of women. Women are vital to Indian agriculture, playing a vital role in food production, livestock management, and supporting rural economies. Women account for nearly 75% of the full-time rural workforce and account for 33% of cultivators….

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Patients suffering under the burden of rare diseases

A rare disease is a health problem that occurs occasionally and affects a limited number of individuals. This category includes genetic disorders, uncommon cancers, infectious diseases, and degenerative conditions. Only 5% of the more than 7,000 recognized diseases globally have effective treatments available. In India, less than half of the approximately 450 recognized rare diseases…

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Centre has accorded approval for Chandrayaan-5 Mission: ISRO Chief

Chennai: The Centre has recently accorded approval for the ambitious Chandrayaan-5 mission to study the Moon, ISRO Chairman V Narayanan said. At an event to felicitate him for taking over as the Chairman of the Bengaluru-headquartered Indian Space Research Organisation, Narayanan said that unlike the Chandrayaan-3 mission which carried the 25-kg rover ‘Prayagyaan’, the Chandrayaan-5…

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