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Congress opposes Goa govt circular mandating Yoga Day attendance for students, teachersGoa's Congress party has urged the State Education department to retract its directive making Yoga Day participation mandatory for students...
35K people to participate in Kolkata on International Day of Yoga: OfficialsKolkata is set to host an unprecedented International Day of Yoga celebration on June 21, with an anticipated turnout of 35,000 people for ...
International Yoga Day 2026: Theme, significance, history and celebrationsInternational Yoga Day 2026, on June 21, champions "Yoga for Healthy Ageing," highlighting yoga's role in promoting longevity and well-bein...
Tribal girl watched her father heal the sick; that inherited wisdom made her the ‘Queen of Herbs’, helping over 300,000 patients battle deadly diseasesYanung Jamoh Lego, popularly known as the 'Adi Queen of Herbs', is a traditional healer from Arunachal Pradesh who has spent more than thre...
India can eradicate sickle cell disease before 2047 through collective efforts: President MurmuPresident Droupadi Murmu believes India will eliminate sickle cell disease before the 2047 target. She stressed the need for increased awar...
Restoring India’s land, securing India’s future through science and collective actionScientific innovations and integrated farming systems are combating land degradation and enhancing climate resilience, benefiting millions ...
International Yoga Day 2026: Check this year's theme, events, main venue and timingsIndia is gearing up for the 12th International Day of Yoga on June 21 in Kolkata. The event will be led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Th...
Payoneer India Cross-Border Excellence Awards 2026 launched to recognise the country’s leading cross-border businessesPayoneer and The Economic Times have launched the Payoneer India Cross-Border Excellence Awards 2026. These awards will celebrate Indian bu...
Quote of the day by Erma Bombeck: ‘Marriage has no guarantees. If that’s what you are looking for, go live with a car battery’ - American humorist on relationships vs uncertaintyErma Bombeck, a beloved American humorist, found laughter in the everyday realities of family life, from parenting to domestic challenges. ...
India known as nation with world's largest healthcare programme: PM ModiPrime Minister Narendra Modi said India has made healthcare more affordable and accessible over the past 12 years through initiatives such ...
Ministry of Information and Broadcasting releases draft rules to 'consolidate' broadcasting sectorThe Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has released draft rules to bring television, radio, DTH, HITS, and IPTV services under the Te...
India's healthcare transformed in 12 years under PM Modi: ReportIndia's healthcare sector has seen a major transformation over the last 12 years. Health insurance coverage has expanded significantly. Mat...
We want to foster peace, stability for people of Afghanistan: MEA reaffirms India's commitment to Afghan developmentIndia continues its strong support for Afghanistan, reaffirms MEA. The nation is focused on peace, stability, and development. This include...
Rural tap water coverage reaches nearly 82 pc under Jal Jeevan Mission, claims government documentIndia has achieved remarkable progress in providing tap water to rural households, claims government. The Jal Jeevan Mission has connected ...
Electric mobility key to long-term fight against air pollution: UNEP chiefA top UN official stresses electric mobility and mandatory vehicle emissions testing for long-term air pollution solutions. India's plan to...
Indian-American couple gives $5.5 million for healthcare infra in USBrij and Sunita Agarwal have gifted USD 5.5 million to expand medical services in Houston. This significant donation will enhance clinical ...
Parrots masturbate too: New study finds it's natural for both males and females and more common in parent-raised birdsA new study reveals that masturbation in birds is a natural and widespread behavior, challenging the long-held belief that it's solely a si...
FDA approval puts Wockhardt’s Zaynich in $9 billion antibiotics marketWockhardt's new antibiotic, Zaynich, has received US FDA approval. This drug uses a novel mechanism to fight drug-resistant bacteria. It ta...
90.6% hospital births, 96% plus vaccinations: NFHS-6 reflects India's "accelerated progress" in family health parametersIndia's National Family Health Survey-6 shows significant improvements in maternal and child health. Vaccinations and antenatal care have i...
India makes significant progress in reducing maternal mortality decline, on course to meet SDG targetIndia's maternal health has seen a remarkable transformation, with maternal deaths having fallen significantly, a global achievement. This ...