Category: Health

A New Direction in Organic Management of Ashwagandha Cultivation: Prof. Amritesh Chandra Shukla

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Harshita Gaurav, a research scholar from the Department of Botany, University of Lucknow, successfully defended her Ph.D. thesis titled “Withania somnifera L. Dunal: Major Pests and Diseases and Their Biological Management under In-vitro and Pot Trial Conditions” under the supervision of Prof. Amritesh Chandra Shukla. In her research, Harshita identified the major pests and diseases affecting Ashwagandha and suggested effective measures for their biological management. Field surveys, particularly in the Raebareli region, revealed that pathogens were causing crop losses of up to 40–50%. External examiner Dr. Vinita Tripathi from…

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AbbVie Hosts National Conclave on World Retina Day to Spotlight Rising Burden of Diabetic Macular Edema

Arijit Bose

Sugar vs Sight: Addressing the Race to Prevent Diabetes-Related Blindness Leading Retina Specialists and Endocrinologists unite to emphasize the urgent need for early detection, wider access to treatment, and stronger policy support to address diabetes-related vision loss and improve retinal care in India Delhi: AbbVie, a global biopharmaceutical leader committed to developing innovative medicines and solutions, hosted the National Conclave on World Retina Day at the India Habitat Centre, Delhi, to spotlight Diabetic Macular Edema (DME), one of the leading causes of vision loss among people living with diabetes. According…

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Zydus and Pinkathon Join Hands to Drive Breast Cancer Awareness in India

Arijit Bose

By Anil Jaiswal  Mumbai: Zydus Lifesciences Limited, a global innovation-driven healthcare company, has partnered with Pinkathon, India’s largest women’s run, to raise awareness about breast cancer across the country. The collaboration was formally announced at the launch of the 10th edition of the Mumbai Pinkathon, scheduled to take place on December 21, 2025, at the MMRDA Grounds, BKC. The new initiative, titled “Zydus Pinkathon”, will be held across six Indian cities through 2025–26, with a strong focus on empowering women to prioritize their health and embrace preventive practices such as…

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Army and Medanta Hospital Sign MOU to Provide World-Class Healthcare for Ex-Servicemen

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: In a landmark initiative aimed at providing quality healthcare to ex-servicemen and their dependents, Medanta Hospital, Lucknow, has been included in the Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS). The agreement was formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed between the Army and Medanta Hospital. Representing the Army, Major General Salil Seth, General Officer Commanding of the Central Uttar Pradesh Sub-Area, attended the event. Medanta Hospital was represented by Medical Director Dr. Rakesh Kapoor along with heads of various departments. As the largest super-specialty hospital in the Lucknow region, Medanta’s…

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NIFAA silver jubilee eve to felecitate young social workers nationally

Arijit Bose

Delhi :  The silver jubilee program of the prime social organization NIFAA will be held from 21st September to 24th September where the President of Mauritius will be the Chief Guest . A total of 3000 social workers from all over the country and abroad will participate in Delhi and Haryana. In this silver jubilee program of NIFAA, which has been awarded the National Youth Award and the Guinness Book of World Records six times, one male and one female social worker from every district of the country will be…

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LU adopts 75 TB patients on account of ‘Sewa Pakhwada’

Arijit Bose

Lucknow : On the occasion of PM Narendra Modi’s birthday ,under ‘Sewa Pakhwada’ campaign,  Lucknow University adopted 75 tuberculosis patients and distributed nutrition packets to them. Speaking on the occasion, Vice-Chancellor Prof. Manuka Khanna said, “TB-free India is the resolve of our Prime Minister and we will eradicate it like polio. “She added that the drive will continue and more and more patients will be adopted.She also said the initiative was inspired by Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel. The university administration and teachers will now help TB patients in the…

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Six-Day OPD Services at Cancer Institute; World-Class Blood Bank to be Established: Prof. MLB Bhatt

Arijit Bose

Lucknow – The Kalyan Singh Cancer Institute is steadily emerging as a premier center for cancer treatment, offering world-class facilities, advanced machines, and expert doctors. This was shared by the institute’s Director, Prof. Madan Lal Brahm Bhatt, during a press conference. Prof. Bhatt said that the institute has set new benchmarks in cancer care, leading to a growing inflow of patients from distant regions. “The Cancer Institute runs OPD services six days a week, benefitting nearly 400 patients daily. All our faculty departments are actively functional,” he stated. Currently, the…

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UP Government and UNICEF Organize State-Level Program to Promote Healthy Diets Among Schoolchildren

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The Uttar Pradesh government, in collaboration with UNICEF, organized a state-level programme in the capital to spread awareness about healthy diets and active lifestyles among school-going children and adolescents. The initiative brought together senior officials, health experts, educators, and students to deliberate on strategies to improve nutrition for the state’s 80 million schoolchildren. The programme was inaugurated with the ceremonial lamp-lighting by Leena Johri, Principal Secretary, Women and Child Development Department; Dr. Piyali Bhattacharya, Pediatrician, SGPGI; Dr. Monika Agrawal, Head of Department, King George’s Medical University; Kanchan Verma, Director…

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Uttar Pradesh to Launch Cashless Treatment Scheme for Road Accident Victims

Arijit Bose

Lucknow – In a bold move to strengthen road safety and emergency medical response, the Uttar Pradesh government will roll out the “Cashless Treatment of Road Accident Victims Scheme, 2025”, in alignment with the nationwide initiative launched by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH). Effective from May 5, 2025, across India, the scheme guarantees cashless medical treatment up to ₹1.5 lakh per person per accident for a maximum of seven days, ensuring that victims receive immediate critical care during the crucial “golden hour.” The scheme, mandated under Section 162…

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Kokilaben Hospital Unveils India’s First Medbot Toumai Robot, Ushering a New Era in Surgery

Arijit Bose

Mumbai: Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital, Mumbai, has announced a major breakthrough in the field of minimally invasive surgery with the launch of India’s first Medbot Toumai Robotic Surgery System. The announcement, made on August 30, 2025, marks a significant step forward in the evolution of surgical care in the country. The cutting-edge platform, inaugurated by Dr. Naresh Trehan, Chairperson and Managing Director of Medanta, alongside Mrs. Tina Ambani, Chairperson of Kokilaben Hospitals, underscores the institution’s ongoing commitment to advancing medical technology for better patient outcomes. The Medbot Toumai Robotic Surgery…

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