Indian researchers introduce ‘toxicity standard’ of PM2.5 pollution

IANS | April 11, 2025 5:26 PM

New Delhi, April 11 (IANS) Researchers at the Bose Institute, an autonomous research institute under the Department of Science and Technology, showed that the toxicity value of PM2.5 experiences a sudden jump when the pollution reaches around 70 micrograms per cubic metre.

Ayushman Card beneficiaries, GI tag recipients laud PM Modi for transformative initiatives in Varanasi

IANS | April 11, 2025 2:32 PM

Varanasi, April 11 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi was met with heartfelt gratitude by the beneficiaries of the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Aarogya Yojana (PM-JAY) and recipients of Geographical Indication (GI) certificates during his visit to Varanasi on Friday. This marked his first trip to the holy city since Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath completed eight years in office.

Ayushman Bharat brings relief to families in Prayagraj, beneficiaries hail govt’s healthcare scheme

IANS | April 10, 2025 8:44 PM

Prayagraj, April 10 (IANS) The Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Aarogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY), the world’s largest health assurance scheme, continues to transform the healthcare landscape of India by providing free and accessible treatment to millions and in UP's Prayagraj, several beneficiaries are expressing gratitude for the life-changing benefits they have received under the scheme.