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  • Broken health insurance shows regulatory health is weak

    Broken health insurance shows regulatory health is weak

    If fine print and failed oversight define our health insurance, can we really call it protection and assurance? If you have ever experienced a hospital mediclaim process, you will know

  • Obesity a grave crisis for our nation: PM Modi in his I-Day speech

    Obesity a grave crisis for our nation: PM Modi in his I-Day speech

    "I had made one small suggestion that every family should resolve that when cooking oil comes into the house, it should be 10 per cent less than usual and its usage should also be 10 per cent less," the prime minister said.

  • BJP leaders in Bihar 'more corrupt than Lalu', Prashant Kishor flags 'serious irregularities' in health dept

    BJP leaders in Bihar 'more corrupt than Lalu', Prashant Kishor flags 'serious irregularities' in health dept

    Health department of Bihar is a portfolio held by the BJP all through the NDA rule.

  • Fibermaxxing: What the new wellness trend means and its 5 benefits

    Fibermaxxing: What the new wellness trend means and its 5 benefits

    This trend offering benefits for digestion, weight control, heart health, and mental well-being, say experts.

  • 10 health conditions your hands can reveal, here's how to read more

    10 health conditions your hands can reveal, here's how to read more

    Your hands can say a lot about your health. Everything from the skin, to the nails, and the grip reveal health issues that you might overlook. Even small changes such as shaky fingers or odd nails can be early signs of serious health problems. Here’s what you need to know.

  • Sudden heart attack deaths: Karnataka govt to direct private firms to conduct annual health screenings for employees

    Sudden heart attack deaths: Karnataka govt to direct private firms to conduct annual health screenings for employees

    Karnataka Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao on July 7 said there is no direct link between the Covid-19 vaccine and heart attacks. He also urged companies to ensure annual health check-ups for employees

  • ChatGPT weight loss prompts: 5 commands that can help find recipes for weight loss

    ChatGPT weight loss prompts: 5 commands that can help find recipes for weight loss

    If you’re trying to eat healthier and lose weight, ChatGPT can help you discover balanced and easy-to-make recipes tailored to your goals. Here are five smart prompts to get you started.

  • What science says about yoga, meditation, and the human brain

    What science says about yoga, meditation, and the human brain

    Yoga and meditation offer science-backed tools to reduce stress, sharpen focus, and foster emotional balance. The essential skills for thriving in today’s fast-paced, distraction-filled world

  • On International Yoga Day, the world needs to tap into one of India’s greatest contributions

    On International Yoga Day, the world needs to tap into one of India’s greatest contributions

    Human life span is increasing on the heels of great advances in medical technology. However, it doesn’t ensure that quality of life is satisfactory. Yoga is now a pillar on which enterprises are ensuring that ageing is not accompanied by undue loss of self-reliance

  • Mammootty health update: MP John Brittas shares update amid cancer rumours

    Mammootty health update: MP John Brittas shares update amid cancer rumours

    Malayalam cinema icon Mammootty recently faced false rumours about being diagnosed with cancer. Concerned fans were quickly reassured as close aides and friends dismissed the claims, confirming the actor is healthy and continuing his professional commitments without interruption.

  • Milind Soman steals time for a pullup in the park at 59 — What’s stopping you?

    Milind Soman steals time for a pullup in the park at 59 — What’s stopping you?

    Milind Soman, who’s passionate about all things fitness, recently shared a video of himself doing pull-ups at a park. The actor revealed he had very little time and squeezed in a quick workout before leaving the house. Many praised him for being an inspiration and for his incredible strength.

  • Everyday foods that can reverse liver damage: 6 ingredients that might actually help, turmeric, coffee and more

    Everyday foods that can reverse liver damage: 6 ingredients that might actually help, turmeric, coffee and more

    Liver disease is growing rapidly but it often goes unnoticed until serious damage occurs. A few common foods might help protect and support your liver’s natural healing. Here are 6 ingredients including turmeric, tea and coffee that could boost your daily diet and long-term health:

  • Are you scrolling skincare tips at 3AM? It might be ageing your skin and brain faster than stress

    Are you scrolling skincare tips at 3AM? It might be ageing your skin and brain faster than stress

    Scrolling skincare hacks at midnight might feel productive, but your late-night habits are quietly sabotaging your glow and speeding up ageing faster than you think. Whether it’s chatting on the phone or endless scrolling, skipping sleep can make you look older. Here’s why:

  • WHO launches first ever rsv vaccine for babies; what parents need to know now

    WHO launches first ever rsv vaccine for babies; what parents need to know now

    Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) causes millions of childhood illnesses yearly, particularly in poorer countries. On 30 May 2025, the World Health Organisation issued its first global guidance recommending two new preventative tools for infants. Here's what every parent needs to know about this major breakthrough and how to protect babies from RSV:

  • Tamil actor Vishal Reddy faints on stage due to skipped meal, team assures "Completely Fine"

    Tamil actor Vishal Reddy faints on stage due to skipped meal, team assures "Completely Fine"

    Tamil actor Vishal fainted on stage at a beauty pageant in Villupuram due to fatigue from skipping a meal. His team confirmed he is in good health and recovering after a check-up in Chennai.

  • The cost of hustle culture - why rest is not a weakness

    The cost of hustle culture - why rest is not a weakness

    Redefining success through balance, India must move beyond burnout culture, embracing mental wellness, community, and tradition. By valuing rest and resilience, we can foster a thriving, human-centric society rooted in sustainable productivity and wellbeing

  • Chaitra Navratri 2025: Get Zodiac-Based Remedies for Happiness, Health, and Wealth

    Chaitra Navratri 2025: Get Zodiac-Based Remedies for Happiness, Health, and Wealth

    Unlock happiness, health, and wealth with zodiac-based solutions during Chaitra Navratri 2025. Discover personalized rituals, mantras, and remedies for your zodiac sign.

  • What does your beard say about you?

    What does your beard say about you?

    For the first time in over a century, facial hair is seen as a marker of the ruling class

  • Ikigai coauthor Francesc Miralles on how India made him a writer & 3 exercises to get in flow state for better productivity

    Ikigai coauthor Francesc Miralles on how India made him a writer & 3 exercises to get in flow state for better productivity

    The secret to a long and healthy life? It has 'a lot to do with serenity and activity. If you are not stressed and you have things to do and you have friends, you can have a lot of fuel to become 100 and even more,' says Ikigai coauthor.

  • Dry January is least of the alcohol industry’s problems

    Dry January is least of the alcohol industry’s problems

    Brewers and distillers face a triple measure of woes due to demographic shifts, diet drugs and health warnings about alcohol

  • Karnataka's KWIN City: MoUs signed with foreign universities, aims to become a global healthcare hub

    Karnataka's KWIN City: MoUs signed with foreign universities, aims to become a global healthcare hub

    Speaking at Invest Karnataka – Global Investors Meet, Karnataka’s Minister for Medical Education, Skill Development, and Livelihood Sharan Prakash Patil said that KWIN City will evolve into a premier healthcare hub.

  • Human Metapneumovirus in India: Separating fact from fear

    Human Metapneumovirus in India: Separating fact from fear

    Human Metapneumovirus (hMPV) cases in India spark anxiety, but officials assure the situation is under control, with existing surveillance systems and preventive measures in place to mitigate its spread

  • The Mandala of Organisational Wellness: A blueprint for success

    The Mandala of Organisational Wellness: A blueprint for success

    The Mandala of Organisational Wellness offers a framework for measuring organisational health through three key circles: Core metrics (financial health), Cardinal metrics (long-term growth), and Vital metrics (social responsibility). This holistic approach fosters sustainable success and transformation in 2025

  • Rare medical condition turns man's penis to bone, leaving US doctors baffled

    Rare medical condition turns man's penis to bone, leaving US doctors baffled

    The condition, identified as penile ossification, is extraordinarily rare, with only about 40 documented cases globally. This anomaly occurs when calcium salts accumulate in the soft tissues of the penis, forming a bony structure.

  • Two Monkeypox cases reported in Kerala

    Two Monkeypox cases reported in Kerala

    Following the reports of the disease, the Health Department has directed those who came in contact with the patients to monitor for any symptoms and report them accordingly.

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