Breastfeeding offers numerous life-saving benefits for both mothers and babies, making it a vital aspect of early life nutrition and maternal health.
Indian Railways fines service providers Rs 5.13 crore over three years for poor food quality complaints.
Women's menstrual care is increasingly moving beyond absorbency and leak protection, with doctors urging consumers to pay closer attention to the materials and ingredients that come into prolonged contact with intimate skin during periods.
At the event, female cosplayers sat on chairs at a stall with their bare feet submerged in large containers filled with water and sliced lemons.
India's annual 25 million births fuels demand for baby-care products. Meanwhile, increasing elderly population is demanding adult-care products.
The hotel's lawyer argued that the FDA had not provided sufficient and relevant written reasons to support its decision before taking such drastic action.
Maharashtra FDA suspended food licences of Mumbai's Poornima Restaurant and five clubs over serious food safety and hygiene violations.
Federation State President stated that poultry farmers have refused to implement feed-control regulations, causing hygiene issues
The rainy season can increase the risk of consuming contaminated food and water. Humidity and warm conditions can also encourage the growth of microorganisms in food that is improperly stored or left uncovered.
Indian Railways provides clean and hygienic linen to passengers travelling in AC classes on each trip, said Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw.
According to the statement, a total of 61 hotels, restaurants, dhabas (roadside eateries) and bakeries were inspected across the state during the day-long drive.
Following the inspection, the FDA issued a stop-business notice to the canteen operator over hygiene lapses and food safety rule violations.
Audit of 142 Bengaluru public toilets finds 26% non-functional and poor hygiene.
"Reaching conclusions before the results are announced can create unnecessary fear and damage the trust we have built with our guests over so many years," Chokhi Dhani clarifies in an official statement.
The passenger can be seen scratching her foot while seated in a shared dining area and then goes on to eat a slice of pizza with the same hand.
While fruits and vegetables are packed with vitamins, minerals and fibre, eating them raw during the monsoon may not always be safe if they are not cleaned properly. The damp weather creates favourable conditions for bacteria, viruses and parasites to grow, increasing the risks of contamination.
The FDA tested 11 tampon products from six brands and looked for different metals that might be present. Researchers detected 19 metals, including lead, arsenic, and cadmium.
A viral video allegedly filmed near Lucknow's Charbagh railway station has left social media users shocked over serious food safety concerns.
Poor sanitation, unhygienic food handling, and consuming unsafe drinking water during monsoon can increase the risks of infection. Although Hepatitis A usually resolves on its own, it can cause significant discomfort and may lead to complications in some people.
Viral conjunctivitis, the most common type, is highly contagious and spreads through direct contact with infected eye secretions or contaminated hands, towels, pillows, and other personal items.
Inspectors found serious food safety and hygiene violations in Parsi Dairy Farm Pvt. Ltd., Mumbai, including mould growth, poor sanitation, pest infestation, inadequate food handling practices, and missing expiry information on products.
If you consistently go to bed late but still wake up much earlier than planned, several factors could be responsible.
Doctors say that ignoring persistent tooth pain, swelling, or a dental abscess can increase the chances of complications, especially in people with weakened immunity or uncontrolled diabetes.
Natural and herbal toothpastes containing ingredients such as neem, clove, miswak or aloe vera have become increasingly popular.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi today announced a total lockdown in India from midnight for 21 days to fight the spread of coronavirus.
India must also straight away allow internationally-recognized testing kits to be used here - these are already in use in the USA and Europe (do not delay by waiting for Indian clearance).
Coronavirus outbreak: Take necessary precautions. Practise personal hygiene and social isolation. Utilise this time to do all the things you never found the time to do earlier. Here are some more tips to maintain your mental health by Psychiatrist Dr Sanjay Chugh
Hopefully, you are following social distancing and not mingling, especially with large groups or in crowded places. Can wearing a mask help? Here's what doctors say:
People across the world are worried about the rising cases of COVID-19, a highly contagious disease caused by the Novel Coronavirus that was first detected in China's Wuhan in December last year. What should you do if you're feeling any little ill, flu-ish and you are worried that you have symptoms of coronavirus?
Coronavirus India: Airlines have been asked to ensure distance at check-in counters and enough space as passengers wait for their flights
With some 400 positive cases within a population of 1.3 billion, the burning question in the minds of many is whether India is under-reporting. Until a couple of days ago, there were strict, conservative criteria for COVID 19 testing.


Soap and water is still the best way to clean your hands. Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.


Wash hands with warm or cold water. Lather soap to get it on the backs of hands, between fingers and under finger nails before rinsing off. According to the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention, the time spent should be 20 seconds (or the time taken to sing the “Happy Birthday” song from beginning to end twice).


If soap and water are not available, use a hand sanitizer with at least 60 per cent alcohol.


The hand sanitizer should be applied to one palm before rubbing the hands together. While rubbing, the gel should be spread all over the hands and fingers, covering all surfaces until completely dry.


Cleansers and wipes are effective in cleaning and disinfecting objects and surfaces that are frequently touched.


Alcohol is effective at killing different types of microbes, including both viruses and bacteria. Coronavirus is the type of virus with an outer wrapping, called an envelope, which alcohol can kills.


Despite many DIY sites and programmes suggesting it, vodka doesn’t have enough alcohol content to effectively kill microbes.
India Coming Together Against COVID-19 campaign, an RB and NDTV initiative, aims to provide a platform to highlight the works of the unsung heroes, NGOs and community leaders at the frontline of the hygiene battle against COVID-19.
It is a small effort to keep Indians well informed with medical facts and the news that matters the most in their daily lives during the current lock-down. A campaign of hope despite of all of us being isolated.
The campaign will recognise and acknowledge the unsung heroes who are at the forefront of this battle against the coronavirus – doctors, the police, community kitchens, the suppliers of essential commodities. Pan-India stories on the effort being made to combat the virus – narrated by the administrators, the police and government bodies. We will also showcase how hygiene and handwashing are critical in this fight against Novel Coronavirus.

