In a landmark move, the IRDAI’s recent guidelines aim to streamline and enhance the health insurance claims process. Groundbreaking among them is setting the three-hour timeline on cashless claims. 

A concerted effort from the government, healthcare institutions, NGOs and the public is essential to create a robust blood transfusion system that prioritises safety and supports patients.

With recent patent-linked rejections, governments push back on big pharma’s strategy

Deaths from viral hepatitis-related causes are increasing, with around one hepatitis death every 30 seconds, says the WHO, ahead of World Hepatitis Day (July 28).

Dr Sanjay Katkar on staying active, healthy eating and meditation for a balanced lifestyle

World Organ Donation Day (August 13) seeks to raise awareness on this act of giving and to inspire others to become organ donors

Amit Saneja, CEO, Educate Online, on his exercise routine, mindful eating and ways to sustainable health.

Colombia calls for review of TRIPS Agreement implementation, highlighting need for evidence-based IP law and policy

From workplace woes to societal pressures, it’s time mental health became a priority

The World Mosquito Day (August 20) raises awareness on mosquito-borne diseases.

Experts call for ensuring patient safety while expanding access to new drugs

Despite the benefits, only half of Indian infants are breastfed successfully—what’s holding us back?

Founder & CEO, Khyaal, Hemanshu Jain, on his exercise routine, practising mindful eating and more.

CEO & Co-Founder of Dozee, Mudit Dandwate, on his five tips to maintain health

Lung cancer in India presents unique challenges, with different patterns, genetics, and treatment options compared to the western world.

Amid rising violence, medicos call for a stringent Central Act to ensure safe workspaces and speedy action

How IVF clinics in India are plotting healthy growth plans amid falling fertility rates 

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Guaranteed maternal nutrition can break the cycle of malnutrition passed from one generation to the next

This is evident from the number of workers in the tea estates of the hill district rose by five per cent to 40 per cent during the past two months

Despite annual hikes in the Fair and Remunerative Price (FRP) for sugarcane, the MSP of sugar has remained unchanged since 2019

Move to enchance transparency, accountability

Sales drop to less than 70 per cent in leaf and dust

Telangana and Maharashtra badly hit as CCI looks for low moisture content

Warns of action against units not heeding to mandatory order

Pernod Ricard India Foundation to offer continued support

This recognition comes from the Global Innovation Index (GII) 2024, which annually ranks the world’s economies based on their innovation capabilities

These funds will be utilised to connect farmers and FPOs with buyers across the country

The SLCM subsidiary offers short-term loans, plans new products with longer term

Operating revenues up 74 per cent % at Rs ₹2002 cr on volume growth

As per APEDA, the fall in non-basmati rice exports pulled down the overall cereal shipments by 8.35 per cent to $5.22 billion during April-September period from corresponding last year’s $5.69 billion

Mutual support of all stakeholders crucial in the value chain for sustainable market, says Board’s ED

Washington’s hefty levy may jeopardise exports; Ecuador in comparison will face 3.75% duty, Indonesia and Vietnam 2.84%

IOD negative conditions likely by November, but may turn neutral by December

Question mark over availability of the coarse cereal from kharif as the jury is out on the acreage

MoUs aim to implement projects related to capacity building of rural youth in agriculture and allied sciences, safe use of crop protection chemicals and adoption of new technologies, among other things

Arrival of new crop in Pakistan, Myanmar add to the pressure on the market

Over 46 per cent of the targetted area of 40.50 lakh ha has been covered in the largest producing state

Plans promoting the State’s produce as unique brand, says director Patil

The company said this partnership will provide farmers with access to advanced agricultural technologies, training programs, and essential resources to enhance productivity and support Karnataka’s growing horticultural sector

CMFRI transferred the technology to Amala Ecoclean, a start-up focusing on sustainable waste management and environmental solutions, for large-scale commercial production

Jacqueline d’Arros Hughes transitions from Icrisat to World Agriculture Forum, succeeded by Himanshu Pathak in Hyderabad

The 155 major reservoirs were filled to 87 per cent of capacity; level in 4 States below normal

Global price drop led to 38% dip in nutrient-based fertilizer subsidy payout, impacting domestic fertilizer sales

Highlighting the rapid growth of the fisheries sector, the Minister said the Centre has outlined several schemes dedicated to strengthening the fisheries sector

The purchases were 48 per cent lower at 20.7 lt in until October 15, whereas in the second fortnight over 63 lt rice was procured by the Centre

October was the warmest pan-India basis since 1901, with the mean temperature recording 1.23 degree Celsius above normal