Social health

Feb 11, 2026 4 min

HbA1c Test

A new study raises concerns over HbA1c test accuracy in diagnosing type-2 diabetes. Learn how the test works and its public health...

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Feb 08, 2026 5 min

Rat-Hole Mining

Rat-hole mining tragedy in Meghalaya highlights illegal coal extraction, environmental damage, and governance gaps. Read causes, impacts, and solutions.

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Jan 06, 2026 4 min

Mitapivat (Aqvesme): First Oral Drug for Thalassemia Anaemia

US FDA approves mitapivat (Aqvesme), the first oral treatment for anaemia in adults with alpha and beta thalassemia. Learn mechanism, significance, and...

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Dec 29, 2025 4 min

IS 19412:2025: National Quality Standard for Agarbattis

India has notified IS 19412:2025, its first national quality and safety standard for agarbattis. The BIS norm bans harmful chemicals, regulates burning...

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Dec 04, 2025 2 min

Ciplostem- India’s First Cell-Based Therapy for Knee Osteoarthritis

Cipla launches Ciplostem, India’s first DCGI-approved cell-based therapy for Knee Osteoarthritis, offering long-term relief and disease-modifying benefits for Grade II–III OA patients.

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Nov 23, 2025 2 min

Operation Crystal Fortress

NCB and Delhi Police seized 329 kg of methamphetamine worth ₹262 crore in Chattarpur under Operation Crystal Fortress. The major crackdown exposed...

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Nov 21, 2025 3 min

BIRSA 101: First Indigenous CRISPR Gene Therapy for Sickle Cell Disease

India launches BIRSA 101, the country’s first indigenous CRISPR-based gene therapy for Sickle Cell Disease. Learn about its development, affordability, scientific impact...

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