A woman who had recently given birth to her first child at a government hospital in Delhi was distraught to discover that she had been fitted with an IUD without her knowledge and prior consent. Her appeals for help to ease her discomfort and pain as a result of the insertion of the device were disparaged, and she was asked to seek further treatment at a private facility.
India’s strong endorsement of Yoga as a ‘ubiquitous cultural export’ did not emerge overnight. Rather, it stems from the country’s century-long association with this revered practice. The foundations of Yoga can be traced back to Vedic and pre-Vedic era, with its mention in the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, which classify the elements of Yoga into eight limbs.
This article examines the democratic transformation of universities, situating it within global changes towards inclusion and equity.
Cesarean delivery, when required for medical reasons, is crucial in protecting the health of both mother and baby. But the sharp increase in planned C-sections, those chosen without urgent medical need, is subtly transforming how childbirth happens in India.
In recognition of their unique contribution to our ecosystem and the lack of awareness surrounding their state of being, every August 9th is observed as the International Day of World’s Indigenous Peoples.
The PM Young Achievers Scholarship Award Scheme for Vibrant India (PM-YASASVI) integrates the existing schemes aimed at uplifting students from Other Backward Classes (OBC), Economically Backward Classes (EBC), and Denotified Tribes (DNT) under a single umbrella scheme. Bringing the existing schemes under one platform enhances the reach and impact. The PM-YASASVI, launched by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment (MSJ&E), provides educational empowerment to the socially and economically disadvantaged groups
Mobility and transportation are crucial tools for the exchange of information and resources, broadening services, and connecting economies. Gender mobility is defined as differences in mobility patterns based on gender. These patterns are often dependent on accessible, affordable and available transport, inclusive of the security concerns.