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Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan: 35 crore people reached so far, 32 lakh institutions engagedSince its inception in August 2020, the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan initiative has reached more than 35 crore people in its quest to prevent...
The young people we never seeRecent research underscores the importance of social interaction in mitigating adolescent substance abuse risks. Key elements, such as a se...
Chad Lowe once admitted how ex-wife Hilary Swank made him feel ‘terrible’. Did her success kill the marriage? Two-time Oscar winner hinted what went wrong: ‘When I found…’Chad Lowe’s personal life is under the spotlight once again, as news of his daughter Fiona taking her own life spread like wildfire on soci...
Over 4,000 arrested in J&K anti-drug drive since April, DGP saysMore than 4,000 individuals connected to drug trafficking have been arrested in Jammu and Kashmir since April. The police have registered o...
CDSCO steps up scrutiny of pharma drugs containing narcotic substancesThe Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation is addressing regulatory gaps related to the illegal diversion of pharmaceutical drugs. Fol...
Lessons from Hayden Panettiere death can save around 70,000 American lives in a year. Here is all you need to knowHayden Panettiere death: For people struggling with addictions, there are various types of care, including therapy and counseling, medicati...
Crime Branch takes over IIT Bombay student death probe; family alleges caste harassment, institute deniesMumbai Crime Branch is investigating the suicide of an IIT Bombay student. The student was found dead after being caught using a mobile pho...
Drug-free India by 2029: Centre lays out 3-year roadmap with 200-plus actionsIndia aims to become drug-free by 2029 with a detailed three-year roadmap. This plan focuses on enforcement, synthetic drugs, demand reduct...
Muttahida Majlis Ulema passes resolutions focussing on drugs abuse, alcoholism, suicides, depression and environmental degradation in Jammu & KashmirMuttahida Majlis-e-Ulema adopted resolutions on drug abuse and the challenges posed by social media. The conference also focused on promoti...
Phuket-Delhi flight: Probe finds hydraulic failure; pilot sackedA preliminary probe found a hydraulic failure on a Phuket-Delhi flight. This incident caused altitude changes and triggered warnings, injur...
Air India terminates Phuket-Delhi flight pilot after testing positive for drugsAir India terminated a pilot's employment after a positive drug test. The pilot was in command of a Phuket to Delhi flight. This action fol...
Air India Phuket-Delhi flight incident: Pilot tested non-negative for psychoactive substance after hydraulic failure injured 24An Air India flight experienced hydraulic system failures and autopilot disconnect at high altitude. The pilot-in-command later tested non ...
Air India Phuket-Delhi pilot used psycho-active substance, preliminary report findsAn Air India flight from Phuket to Delhi experienced a sudden altitude drop. The Pilot-in-Command tested non-negative for psycho-active sub...
More substance to beat substance abuseHistory shows anti-drug campaigns often glamorise forbidden lifestyles and substances. Scare tactics and slogans prove ineffective as deter...
Khelo India Dialogue: PM Modi to motivate youth to take up sports, shape India's futurePrime Minister Narendra Modi will engage with youth on India's sporting journey. The Khelo India Dialogue will focus on aspirations and you...
Australian tennis star Nick Kyrgios provisionally suspended after positive cocaine testNick Kyrgios accepted responsibility after testing positive for cocaine. The International Tennis Integrity Agency announced his provisiona...
Supreme Court seeks Centre's reply on plea for time-bound probe and speedy trial in drug-trafficking casesThe Supreme Court has sought responses from the Centre on strengthening drug trafficking efforts. It called for time-bound probes and trial...
PM Modi to launch nationwide campaign against drug abuse among youth on Aug 2: Union Minister Mansukh MandaviyaPrime Minister Narendra Modi will launch a nationwide campaign against drug abuse on August 2. This 100-week initiative aims to raise aware...
- Arunachal Group A, B officers to mandatorily take a course on drug abuse prevention
Arunachal CM Pema Khandu launched the online certificate course on drug abuse prevention.
- Of substance of abuse and medicinal effect
Plant-based and synthetic substances broadly called drugs have many uses and effects, some of which make them useful as medicines