A 16-year-old girl was found dead in Kanpur under suspicious circumstances. The family alleges suicide after she was beaten for talking to her cousin. Police have preserved viscera and seized a mobile phone for investigation. Read the full report.
Christmas reunions offer a unique chance for families to discuss health history, mental wellness, and preventive care. Turn festive moments into a foundation for a healthier future together. Read more.
Discover the 6 major reasons, from body clock shifts to screen time, why teenagers in India feel exhausted even after 8-9 hours of sleep. Learn how to address this common parenting concern.
As India pushes for Universal Health Coverage, experts highlight critical steps: a national health workforce pool, stronger primary care, and assured medicine quality. Read the detailed analysis.
Discover the powerful health benefits of butternut squash, a versatile winter vegetable. Learn how it boosts eye health, aids digestion, protects the heart, and more. Start adding it to your diet today!
Bengaluru's startup boom hides a grim reality: it's a hotspot for teenage pregnancies. Data reveals 156 cases in 4 years. Experts blame stigma, legal gaps, and urban vulnerabilities. Read the full investigation.
Andhra Pradesh achieves #1 ranking in India for ABHA digital health records, covering 96% of its population. Discover how this integration revolutionizes healthcare access.
A multidisciplinary team in Ranchi provides free mental health awareness in schools, focusing on youth anxiety. Over 10,000 sessions conducted since 2014. Learn how they help.
Rising violence in Odisha schools & hostels underscores the critical gap in implementing NEP 2020's mandated counselling. Experts call for trained counsellors & sports to channel adolescent aggression.
JLL MD Sandeep Patnaik criticizes superficial corporate wellness culture in India. Experts at Hyderabad summit call for real change in workplace design, policy, and empathy. Read more.
Data from TISS's CHAMPS helpline shows self-harm is a major issue for young callers, with nearly 10% of calls related to it. Experts call for more research and support.
Modern Indian teens show high emotional intelligence but face mental exhaustion from academic pressure, social media, and future uncertainty. Discover the key factors behind this paradox.
Bollywood star Kajol recalls a fierce clash with her 12-year-old daughter Nysa, breaking her phone. An expert explains why adolescence triggers such parent-child conflicts and shares coping strategies.
A 14-year-old girl from Bihar died by suicide in her Gurgaon residence. Police found no foul play; the teen had shown mental distress after an appendix surgery. Read the full investigation details.
Chief Minister Health Fair provided free checkups, medicines & specialist consultations to thousands across urban & rural primary health centres. Learn about the key health initiatives.
The Union Health Ministry directs Kerala to accelerate its Public Health Management Cadre implementation on a mission mode, citing national mandate and pandemic lessons. A 12-week action plan is mandated.
Medical experts in Bengaluru link economic growth & globalised fast food to a sharp rise in adolescent obesity, causing PCOD, diabetes & lifelong health issues. Learn the causes and solutions.
A major new study finds children who get a smartphone by age 12 face higher risks of depression, obesity, and poor sleep. Learn the key findings and expert advice for Indian parents.
A year after its inauguration, Ludhiana's Model Urban Primary Health Centre in Haibowal faces severe underutilization due to a critical staff shortage, impacting public healthcare access.
A 5-year analysis by MPower reveals a 50% surge in anxiety & depression among Indian men. Key triggers include work stress & loneliness. Read the full report.
MPower's 5-year data shows a sharp rise in anxiety, depression, and relationship issues among Indian men. Learn the key trends and why seeking help is crucial.
Delhi's sole dedicated pollution clinic at RML Hospital reports a surge in mental health, skin, and cardiac issues linked to toxic air. Doctors warn of a silent public health emergency.
BHU's Centre of Excellence for Adolescent Health organised a World AIDS Day event with experts. Learn about the 2024 theme 'Overcoming Disruption' and key insights from doctors on prevention and education.
Varanasi achieves 71% score, ranking 3rd in Uttar Pradesh's health dashboard for October. CMO highlights performance on 16 key health indicators. Discover the top-performing blocks.
Oxfam's 2020 report reveals India allocated only 4% of its budget to health, ranking 155th globally. This critical underfunding left the nation vulnerable during the COVID-19 crisis. Read the full analysis.
India faces a severe mental healthcare gap with only 0.75 psychiatrists per 100,000 people. Discover the challenges and solutions in our comprehensive analysis of the mental health crisis.
Varanasi division secured third position in UP's health rankings. While Varanasi district excels in quality assurance, Ghazipur and Chandauli show decline in institutional deliveries. Read the full analysis.
Jharkhand Education Project Council with Unicef India develops comic books and animation videos to strengthen self-image and confidence among adolescent girls across 360 schools.
Niva Bupa is revolutionizing health insurance by transforming agents into 'Health Captains' to bridge knowledge and trust gaps. Discover how this new model empowers advisors.
Teen friendship breakups cause profound grief, often deeper than romantic splits. Learn why validation, not minimization, is key to helping teens heal and build resilience.