In the Union Budget 2026, the government announced a major step to strengthen mental healthcare infrastructure, noting that India currently lacks national-level institutions dedicated exclusively to mental health.
The FM also proposes setting up three new All India Institute of Ayurveda.
Rani Mukerji shared that she uses coconut oil for her skin, and it works wonders for her
In her Budget 2026-27 presentation to Parliament today, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced the launch of Biopharma Shakti, a dedicated initiative aimed at positioning India as a global bio-pharma hub, with a proposed outlay of INR 10,000 c
Bird flu (avian influenza) has been confirmed in Darbhanga, Bihar, after thousands of crows died, triggering high alert.
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) said on Saturday that it has attached properties valued at approximately Rs 9.79 crore belonging toformerMadhya Pradesh health director Dr Amarnath Mittal and his wife, Dr Alka Mittal.
1 in 3 Indian adults (roughly 38.6%) is currently affected by some form of fatty liver disease. Here is how consuming bathua leaves could prove fruitful for reversing fatty liver disease.
The Supreme Courts recognition of menstrual hygiene as a right to life is a landmark step for womens dignity and stigma-free education, said public health experts on Saturday.
Barley, as a whole grain, has numerous health benefits. Here is how and why diabetics should only consume it under medical guidance.
A man in Maharashtra lost 17 kg fast, but once he stopped, he regained the weight. The second time, he opted for a sustainable routine to lose it again
The Supreme Court's recognition of menstrual hygiene as a right to life is a landmark step for women's dignity and stigma-free education, said public health experts on Saturday.
Long extensions can leave natural nails brittle. They become vulnerable to fungal infection and inflammation
The Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS) has successfully concluded its Internship Programme on Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Ayush systems, the Ministry of Ayush said on Saturday.
Tension headaches affect 20 to 25% of the Indian population. Here are science-backed hacks to relieve tension headaches within minutes.
Earlier, hot chocolate was consumed to treat diarrhoea, fever, digestive troubles and respiratory issues.
PRAYAS at AIIA Goa blends Ayurveda, yoga and modern therapies to improve life for children with cerebral palsy, autism, ADHD and neuro disorders.
A Delhi man was left critically ill after taking HIV preventive medication on an AI chatbot's advice without medical supervision. Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) is proven for HIV prevention when properly prescribed, but dangerous when AI gives it.
The Supreme Courts latest ban on the use of stem cell therapy for autism serves as a vital reminder that miracle cures often lack scientific backing. Here is a breakdown of what stem cell therapy actually is and how much it costs.
Engaging in the right exercises can help alleviate knee pain and strengthen the muscles that support the knee.
Tamarind, or imli, can make digestion easier. Here are the health benefits that the pungent fruit can provide and how to consume it safely.
The right to menstrual health is an integral part of the 'Right to Life' under Article 21 of the Constitution, the Supreme Court said in a landmark judgment today, aimed at ensuring gender justice and educational equity across India.
Avian influenza (H1N1), commonly known as bird flu, has been officially confirmed in Darbhanga district of Bihar following a large number of crow deaths, triggering panic among residents and putting the administration and animal
The Supreme Court on Friday held that access to menstrual hygiene is an integral part of a girl childs right to life, dignity, health and education, and issued a comprehensive set of mandatory directions to all states.
A groundbreaking Nature study from University College London reveals how gut immune cells (macrophages) help toxic proteins spread Parkinsons disease from the gut to the brain.
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