103 Indian cities reduced PM10 concentration in 2024-25: Govt

IANS | August 4, 2025 2:22 PM

New Delhi, Aug 4 (IANS) A total of 103 Indian cities, as part of the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP), have shown a reduction in particulate matter PM10 concentration in 2024-25, the government informed the Parliament on Monday.

Centre cuts prices of 35 essential medicines

IANS | August 3, 2025 2:17 PM

New Delhi, Aug 3 (IANS) In a move to make medicines more affordable for patients, the National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA) has reduced the retail prices of 35 essential drugs sold by leading pharmaceutical companies.