Author: BharatSpeaks
Doctors at AIIMS are pointing to an unexpected alternative to the 10,000-step rule: Japanese interval walking. Research suggests this low-tech, time-efficient practice may not only improve cardiovascular health but also extend healthy lifespan—raising new questions about how much and how intensely we really need to walk. From Tokyo to New Delhi: A Different Kind of Step Count For years, the 10,000-step goal has dominated fitness trackers and health campaigns. But in Japan, scientists developed a different prescription: alternating brisk walking with slower recovery phases, three minutes at a time, for a half-hour session. Unlike continuous walking, this method—now being discussed…
गुर्दे की बीमारी को अक्सर “साइलेंट किलर” कहा जाता है। शुरुआती संकेत इतने हल्के होते हैं कि वे रोज़मर्रा की थकान, झागदार पेशाब या आंखों के नीचे सूजन के रूप में सामने आते हैं। विशेषज्ञ चेतावनी देते हैं कि जब तक लक्षण स्पष्ट दिखाई दें, तब तक गुर्दों को गंभीर नुकसान पहुँच चुका होता है। जब सामान्य लक्षण गहरी समस्या छुपाते हैं ज्यादातर लोग मानते हैं कि गुर्दे की बीमारी तेज़ दर्द या अचानक बदलाव से शुरू होती है। लेकिन हकीकत यह है कि शुरुआती चेतावनियाँ बेहद साधारण लग सकती हैं—पेशाब में हल्का झाग, रात में बार-बार उठना या पैरों…
1. Health Experts Criticize GST Cut on Beedis, Call for Uniform Tobacco TaxationPublic health experts have raised concerns over the government’s decision to reduce GST on beedis, warning it could worsen India’s tobacco burden. They demand uniform taxation across tobacco products to discourage consumption, reduce health risks, and prevent the industry from exploiting lower tax rates that endanger millions of lives. 2. Chhattisgarh: Medical Student Found Dead by Suicide in Hostel, Say PoliceA medical student was found dead by suicide in her hostel room in Chhattisgarh, police confirmed. Authorities are investigating circumstances leading to the incident, including academic pressure and…
A rare total lunar eclipse, known popularly as a “blood moon,” will bathe the night sky in shades of red on September 7. For millions across India, the celestial spectacle offers both wonder and cultural resonance, marking the year’s final total lunar eclipse. A Celestial Event for the Masses On the evening of September 7, India will witness a full lunar eclipse visible from start to finish. According to astronomers, the penumbral phase will begin at 8:58 p.m. IST, with totality lasting 82 minutes between 11:00 p.m. and 12:22 a.m. The moon will reach its deepest shadow at around 11:41…
As monsoon rains drench the subcontinent, doctors and nutritionists are urging Indians to shift away from non-vegetarian foods. The humid, bacteria-prone season, they warn, makes meat and seafood more likely to cause infections and digestive distress. Vegetarian diets, long considered lighter and safer, may be the season’s best defense. Why Non-Vegetarian Food Becomes Risky Health experts note that the warm, damp conditions of India’s rainy season are ideal for bacterial growth. Meat, fish, and seafood, which already require careful handling, become even more vulnerable to contamination. Outbreaks of foodborne illnesses—such as salmonella, E. coli, and hepatitis A—are common during this…
The world’s largest hotel companies are consolidating power, with U.S. giants maintaining dominance even as Asia and India emerge as contenders. American Hospitality’s Global Command Marriott International has cemented its position as the most valuable hotel chain in the world, boasting a market capitalization of $71.3 billion. Hilton Worldwide follows at $58.3 billion, marking a near duopoly in global hospitality that is largely driven by U.S.-based operators. Hyatt, though much smaller, secures a foothold among the elite at $12.3 billion. The resilience of American hotel groups highlights how brand equity, loyalty programs, and global expansion strategies continue to protect their…