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Baloch families protest in Islamabad for 8th day, demand recovery of missi
Updated : 7 months, 1 week ago IST
Despite continuous rain and deteriorating weather conditions, the protesters, who include women, children, and the elderly, persist in their nonviolent demonstration. However, authorities have not yet allowed them to establish a proper protest camp in front of the National Press Club, leavin
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Prashant Kishor welcomes pension hike in Bihar, demands Rs 2,000 after Chh
Updated : 8 months, 1 week ago IST
While speaking to mediapersons in Sasaram, Kishor said, "Tomorrow is a happy day for us because, after three years of Jan Suraaj Abhiyan, the pension amount for the elderly, disabled, and widows is being increased from Rs 400 to Rs 1100. This is a matter of happiness, and we are thanking the
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WHO warns of rising spread of infectious diseases among deported Afghan mi
Updated : 8 months, 1 week ago IST
The ground assessments carried out at key border points, especially Islam Qala in Herat Province, reveal that upper respiratory infections are the most common diseases spread, followed by diarrhoea and dehydration, particularly among children and the elderly.
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Health dept to launch palliative care campaign shortly: Himachal CM
Updated : 8 months, 3 weeks ago IST
He said that the State Government would launch a comprehensive palliative care campaign shortly, aimed at offering doorstep medical services to the elderly and patients across the State.
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Bihar CM announces hike in Social Security Pension Schemes to Rs 1,100 ahe
Updated : 8 months, 4 weeks ago IST
"All beneficiaries will get pension at the increased rate from the month of July. It will be ensured that this amount is sent to the account of all beneficiaries on the 10th of the month. This will help 1 crore 9 lakh 69 thousand 255 beneficiaries a lot. The elderly are a precious part of so
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Families in Balochistan mark Eid with protests, demand end to enforced dis
Updated : 9 months, 1 week ago IST
In Quetta, the Voice for Baloch Missing Persons (VBMP) organised a protest rally on Eid day. The demonstration, attended by women, children, and the elderly, called for justice and the safe return of missing persons.
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Mumbai's Old Age Homes: A Safe Haven for the Elderly
Updated : 9 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 23: India has more than 138 million senior citizens as of 2021, and by 2031, this is projected to reach over 194 million, as per the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation. In cosmopolitan cities such as Mumbai, where nuclear families and work p
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Sharjah Charity International launches bakery project in Gaza to provide r
Updated : 9 months, 4 weeks ago IST
Sharjah Charity International has launched a vital initiative to operate local bakeries in Gaza, in cooperation with Operation Chivalrous Knight 3, aiming to provide daily bread and meals for tens of thousands of affected individuals--particularly children, the elderly and displaced families
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Nepal on high alert as air quality continues to deteriorate
Updated : 11 months, 2 weeks ago IST
The health ministry issued a statement stating that Nepal has recently been listed among the most polluted countries according to the Air Quality Index (AQI). With Kathmandu's AQI level reaching 348, categorized as 'hazardous,' the MoHP advised children, the elderly, pregnant women, and thos
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Breaking the Stigma on Epilepsy: Manipal Hospital Sarjapur Road Hosted Hea
Updated : 11 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], April 3: Epilepsy affects about 50 million people worldwide, making it one of the most common neurological disorders. In India, nearly 10 million people live with epilepsy, yet 70% of patients in rural areas do not receive proper medical care due to a lack of a
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A Landmark Step Towards Kidney Health Awareness - Manipal Hospitals Yeshwa
Updated : 11 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], April 3: In a bid to highlight the increasing significance of kidney health, especially on the occasion of World Kidney Day, Manipal Hospital Yeshwanthpur and Manipal Hospital Malleswaram hosted a joint event featuring two insightful and educative panel discuss
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Bengaluru Unites for World Accessibility Day: Over 150+ Volunteers Conduct
Updated : 11 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], March 27: Over 150 volunteers conducted accessibility audits of public spaces across Bengaluru to assess the inclusivity of the city's infrastructure for people with disabilities and the elderly. The audit drive was organized by the Association of People with D
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