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WOMEN’S HEALTH AS A TEST OF RIGHT TO EQUALITY Syllabus: GS 1: Women and Women organization Social Empowerment Why in the News? The Supreme Court’s judgment in Dr. Jaya Thakur vs Union of India recognised Menstrual Hygiene Management (MHM) as a matter of constitutional equality and dignity. The Court held that absence of sanitary facilities, …
Read MoreAyush Ministry Promotes Holistic Menopause Wellness Approach Why in the News ? On World Menopause Day 2025, the Ministry of Ayush urged women to adopt Ayurveda’s holistic practices, emphasizing balanced diet, yoga, herbal support, and mindful living to ensure smoother menopausal transitions, better quality of life, and improved physical and emotional well-being. Key Highlights of …
Read MoreAyush Ministry Joins Women’s Health National Campaign: Advancing India’s Rise in Healthcare Why in the News ? The Ministry of Ayush joined the Swasth Nari Sashakt Parivar Abhiyaan, a national health campaign launched by the Ministry of Health to promote women’s health, non-communicable disease screening, and holistic wellness, integrating Ayurveda and yoga for empowerment. This …
Read MoreUN Report Urges Support for Reproductive Autonomy Why in News? The United Nations Population Fund’s State of World Population Report 2025 emphasizes that fertility policies worldwide are still driven by population fear narratives. It urges governments to focus on reproductive autonomy, not coercion, amid declining global fertility rates and changing India demographics. The report also …
Read MoreOver 1.25 Lakh Grievances Resolved via CPGRAMS Why in the News ? The Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG) reported that over 1.25 lakh public grievances were addressed in April 2025 through CPGRAMS. The report ranks ministries based on performance and highlights states with the highest user registrations, notably Uttar Pradesh. Grievance Redressal …
Read MoreWHO Declares Polio Outbreak in Papua New Guinea Why in the News ? The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared a polio outbreak in Papua New Guinea after detecting the virus in healthy children during routine screening. WHO has urged for urgent immunization efforts as the country’s vaccination rate remains critically low. Outbreak Detection and …
Read MoreSacred Jharkhand Hill Sparks Jain-Santal Tensions Why in the News ? On May 3, the Jharkhand High Court directed enforcement of a meat and alcohol ban on Parasnath/Marang Buru hill, considered sacred by both Jain and Santal communities, reigniting a long-standing dispute over religious rights and customary practices. Historical and Legal Disputes: The dispute dates …
Read MoreShingles Vaccine May Reduce Dementia, Heart Risks Why in the News ? Recent studies from Wales and South Korea suggest the shingles vaccine may reduce not only shingles infections but also the risk of dementia and cardiovascular conditions. These findings boost the vaccine’s potential role in preventive healthcare and neurodegenerative protection. New Evidence: Reduced Dementia …
Read MoreIndia to Remain Fastest-Growing Major Economy: UN Why in the News ? The UN’s World Economic Situation and Prospects (WESP) mid-year update projects India’s GDP growth at 6.3% in FY 2025, outpacing China, the US, and the EU, driven by household spending, public investments, and services exports. About India’s Growth Outlook and Key Drivers: India’s …
Read MoreCulture Ministry Launches ‘Ek Desh Ek Dhadkan’ Campaign Why in the News ? The Ministry of Culture has launched the ‘Ek Desh Ek Dhadkan’ initiative to honour the nation’s bravehearts. The campaign aims to unite citizens in patriotic spirit and has involved heritage illumination and digital outreach across cultural institutions. Objective and Vision of the …
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