Why deep-fried, baked, grilled foods are driving diabetes in India

IANS | October 13, 2024 2:12 PM

New Delhi, Oct 13 (IANS) Deep fried, baked, grilled ultra-processed foods -- found in every nook and corner of India -- that have become the staple in a majority of homes in recent years, are a direct reason for the ever-surging cases of diabetes in the country, said experts on Sunday.

RG Kar hunger strike: Kolkata doctor's health condition worsens

IANS | October 13, 2024 12:56 PM

Kolkata, Oct 13 (IANS) Anustup Mukhopadhyay, who was admitted to the hospital after his condition worsened during fast-unto-death agitation at Esplanade against the rape and murder of a junior doctor of R.G. Kar Medical College and Hospital, on Sunday reported multiple medical complications.

RG Kar case: IMA President coming to Kolkata to meet junior doctors on hunger strike

IANS | October 11, 2024 1:53 PM

Kolkata, Oct 11 (IANS) Indian Medical Association (IMA) President Dr R.V. Asokan is reaching Kolkata on Friday to review the situation in the wake of the continuing protests by the medical fraternity over the ghastly rape and murder of a junior doctor of R.G. Kar Medical College & Hospital and the continuing hunger strike by six junior doctors.

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.