The Union Health Ministry directs Kerala to accelerate its Public Health Management Cadre implementation on a mission mode, citing national mandate and pandemic lessons. A 12-week action plan is mandated.
A new report reveals India's audio social media surge is driven by Tier 2-4 cities, with 95% of new users from non-metros. Discover the shift towards private, voice-led conversations.
Rajya Sabha MP Sudha Murty calls for government guidelines to shield children from being turned into online content, highlighting risks to privacy and mental well-being. Join the crucial conversation.
A year after its inauguration, Ludhiana's Model Urban Primary Health Centre in Haibowal faces severe underutilization due to a critical staff shortage, impacting public healthcare access.
Oprah Winfrey endorses Australia's landmark social media ban for under-16s, calling it a life-changing move. The law, effective Dec 10, aims to protect youth from harmful content. Will the US follow?
Karnataka cabinet clears a bill to criminalise social boycotts by caste panchayats. The proposed law includes up to 3 years in jail and a ₹1 lakh fine. Read more about this landmark move.
As Meta starts enforcing Australia's social media ban for under-16s, the world watches. Can age-faking and VPNs defeat the shield? Read the analysis.
Karnataka Cabinet approves a strict law to combat social boycott, imposing fines up to Rs 1 lakh and 3 years imprisonment. Learn about the 19 prohibited practices.
YouTube will comply with Australia's new social media law, banning users under 16 from signing in. Full account access will be lost, impacting creators and parental controls. Read details.
Australia imposes a landmark ban on under-16s using major social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube from December 10. Learn about the fines, platform responses, and the government's 'purgatory' rationale.
Maria Felicidade Pires, 102, celebrated her birthday in Azossim only to find her social welfare honorarium stopped. Officials have now acted to restore the Rs 2,000 monthly aid. #Goa #SocialWelfare
Australia's new social media ban for under-16s ignites global debate on safety vs. freedom. Experts weigh in on impacts, enforcement challenges, and what it means for India's youth.
Actor Saanand Verma defines real social work as feeding the hungry. He urges action over awareness, calls corruption India's biggest obstacle, and stresses personal change for societal reform.
Varanasi achieves 71% score, ranking 3rd in Uttar Pradesh's health dashboard for October. CMO highlights performance on 16 key health indicators. Discover the top-performing blocks.
Social Security payments for December follow the usual schedule. This is the final round before a 2.8% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) boosts checks in January 2026. Check your payment date here.
Explore how Switzerland's mandatory aid system virtually eliminates homelessness and extreme poverty, with lessons for global welfare models. Discover the facts behind the viral story.
Exploring the shift from stigma to support in India's mental health and social safety landscape. Learn about the crucial role of community and policy in fostering well-being.
Meet Shiba Shankar Jena, a Bhubaneswar tea seller who dedicates his New Year earnings and half of January income to help the underprivileged. Discover how his small stall makes a big difference in his community.
Discover how Indians gradually gained entry into Bombay's exclusive British clubs post-independence, marking a significant social transformation in India's history. Read this fascinating account of cultural integration.
X's new location transparency feature has ignited political controversy in India. Learn how this impacts political discourse and what it means for users.
X's new location transparency feature has ignited political controversy in India. Learn how this tool aimed at authenticity became a political battleground.
Mental health experts reveal how blind social media admiration creates unrealistic expectations and psychological harm. Learn to identify healthy online interactions.
YouTube star Jordan Barclay considers moving overseas as Australia's world-first social media ban for under-16s threatens advertising revenue and creator economy. Read more.
Malaysia announces social media ban for users under 16 starting next year to protect children from online dangers including cyberbullying and scams. Learn more about global child safety measures.
Malaysia announces social media ban for users under 16 starting 2026, following Australia's similar move. Global regulators watch closely as teen restrictions expand.
Infosys Foundation Trustee Sunil Kumar Dhareshwar emphasizes urgent need for serious social innovators to build vibrant ecosystem. Exclusive interview reveals future vision.
India's 7.7 million gig workers finally receive formal social security benefits including insurance, pensions, and accident coverage through new government initiatives.
India launches a social security fund for gig workers, requiring platforms like Amazon and Zomato to contribute. Workers gain health, accident insurance & portable benefits. A landmark move for 2.35 crore workers.
Discover how the constant need to perform on social media is draining millennials mentally and physically. Learn to reclaim authentic living in the digital age.
Karnataka government schools are opening official social media accounts to enhance parent-teacher communication and showcase student achievements. Learn how this digital initiative transforms education.