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Maternal deaths and a search for answers inside Rajasthan's second biggest govt healthcare facility
3+ hour, 26+ min ago (583+ words) In the courtyard of his one-room home in Kota's Crusher Basti, a solemn Ravi Nayak stands folding up a yellow-and-red shamiana, meant for his 20-year-old wife's funeral. Having just seen the last mourners out of his rented accommodation, the 21-year-old…...
BJP made women's quota a poll pitch in Bengal, but fewer women MLAs got elected | Political Pulse News
1+ day, 2+ hour ago (600+ words) Following the defeat of its Constitution amendment Bills in Parliament, the BJP sought to turn the early implementation of women's reservation " which was linked to the delimitation exercise " into a major poll issue in West Bengal. During his campaign rallies,…...
After saying that "feminism f-ed up society, Nora Fatehi says her comments were taken out of context: "Men should step up
4+ week, 1+ day ago (1297+ words) {"0":"After saying that "feminism f-ed up society, Nora Fatehi says her comments were taken out of context: "Men should step up'The Indian Express","1":"{\"0\": \"After saying that "feminism f-ed up society, Nora Fatehi says her comments were taken out of context:…...
All of this is not an excuse: After actor-doctor Sreeleelas take on periods sparks social media outrage, a gynaecologist explains how symptoms vary from person to person
4+ week, 1+ day ago (650+ words) The Indian Express Actor-doctor Sreeleela has sparked a heated conversation after her recent remarks about working through periods drew sharp reactions online Speaking during the success meet of Ustaad Bhagat Singh held in March after the film's release, she reflected…...
How menstruation serves as a lens to interpret social relations and power
1+ mon, 14+ hour ago (1147+ words) Menstruation, a biological function, has often been used to regulate and control women's bodies, with legal institutions playing a crucial role in negotiating the tension between biology and rights." The issue of women's entry into the Sabarimala temple offers a…...
ICMR's strategic shift: repurposing institutes
1+ mon, 2+ day ago (392+ words) A strategic review of institutes with the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has led to expanding the mandate of some of them and repurposing them to better meet modern healthcare needs. At Mumbai, going beyond the focus of reproductive…...
Sameer Rizvi's journey: From smashing Rs 4 "anda ball' as a 6-year-old to the start of something special at IPL for Delhi Capitals
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (595+ words) Tankeeb Akhtar, the coach at the Cantt Cricket Academy in Gandhibagh, Meerut, recalls the "char rupay wala anda ball" ("egg-ball" costing Rs 4). The plastic ball, used for casual cricket, was hit with sweet timing by a six-year-old Sameer Rizvi. Akhtar,…...
UPSC Key: Artemis II, Maternal mortality goals, and Gig workers law
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (1677+ words) Important topics and their relevance in UPSC CSE exam for April 1, 2026. If you missed the March 31, 2026 UPSC CSE exam key from the Indian Express, read it here What's the ongoing story: NASA's Artemis II mission, carrying four astronauts on a…...
Lancet study shows challenge before India in meeting 2030 maternal mortality goals
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (516+ words) A recent study in The Lancet Obstetrics, Gynaecology, and Women's Health journal shows the challenge before India in meeting the Sustainable Development Goal of bringing down the Maternal Mortality Ratio (MMR) to below 70 deaths per 1 lakh live births by 2030. While…...
Rajshri Deshpande recalls "breaking down all alone" after breast cancer diagnosis: "I had no strength"
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (275+ words) Actor Rajshri Deshpande, known for her powerful performances in projects like Angry Indian Goddesses, Sacred Games, Trial By Fire, has shared an emotional update about her health, offering a glimpse into her battle with breast cancer. Earlier this month, Rajshri…...