World Mental Health Day: Ancient Indian culture is a guiding light for global mental health issues

Aman Sinha | October 10, 2024 2:07 PM

New Delhi, Oct 10 (IANS) As our world rapidly advances in technology and comfort, mental health issues are mounting at double speed. The WHO reports that over 370 million people are currently experiencing mental disorders. Among these, depression stands out as the most widespread condition in today's society, affecting an estimated 280 million individuals worldwide.

NCPCR urges states, UTs to immediately release compensation for SC/ST POCSO victims

IANS | October 7, 2024 9:22 PM

New Delhi, Oct 7 (IANS) The National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) on Monday requested the states and union territories to take steps to ensure immediate release of compensation to the POCSO victims belonging to the Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities for their proper rehabilitation.