Author: BharatSpeaks
Preethi Pal had long been told that her feet would never carry her far. Born with deformities in both feet, she endured years of painful treatments, superstitious rituals, and the stigma of being considered a burden in her rural community. Yet, this September in Paris, the 22-year-old para sprinter rewrote Indian sporting history, becoming the first athlete from independent India to win a track medal at either the Paralympics or Olympics. Pal claimed bronze medals in both the T35 100-meter and 200-meter races, achievements that elevated her from obscurity to a national symbol of resilience. Childhood of Struggle Growing up…
The Top Ten healthcare and global health news summaries on Bharat Speaks bring you the most important national and international developments, curated with clarity and depth. From health and policy to technology and global affairs, we cover what matters most. Stay informed, stay aware, and stay safe with Bharat Speaks. 1. From Cost to Care: How Health Insurance Could Evolve Into India’s Partner in WellnessIndia’s health insurance industry is shifting from financial risk coverage to holistic wellness. Insurers are exploring preventive care, digital health tools, and personalized plans to reduce lifestyle disease burdens. The transition could reframe insurance as a…
Indian judo has long existed in the shadow of better-funded sports. That changed when 22-year-old Himanshi Tokas reached the top of the International Judo Federation rankings, a feat no Indian has ever achieved before. A Historic Milestone for Indian Judo The International Judo Federation (IJF) confirmed that Himanshi Tokas has climbed to the No. 1 spot in her weight category, making her the first Indian judoka to hold the world’s top ranking. India, a country that imports nearly all its sporting heroes from cricket, wrestling, or badminton, has rarely seen judo in the spotlight. Tokas’s achievement signals both a personal…
At Jonnagiri in Andhra Pradesh, India’s first large-scale private gold mine is preparing to begin production. With ambitions to reduce import dependence and revive domestic mining, the project could reshape how the country secures one of its most prized commodities. A Historic Shift in India’s Mining Landscape India, one of the world’s largest consumers of gold, has long relied on imports to satisfy its appetite—roughly 1,000 tonnes annually, second only to crude oil. Domestic production, by contrast, has hovered at a modest 1.5 tonnes per year. That imbalance may now begin to shift. The country’s first large private-sector gold mine,…
Green tea, morning walks, and jaggery swaps are celebrated as healthy choices. Yet doctors caution that even these routines, when misused or overdone, can silently elevate blood sugar levels and complicate metabolic health. The Hidden Cost of “Healthier” Alternatives For many health-conscious individuals, replacing sugar with jaggery or honey feels like a safer choice. Nutritionists, however, emphasize that these substitutes are still forms of sugar capable of triggering sharp spikes in glucose. Similarly, the idea that unlimited green tea accelerates metabolism is misleading; excessive consumption can interfere with hormonal balance and push cortisol—and blood sugar—levels upward. Exercise and Fasting: Double-Edged…
कैंसर को अक्सर धूम्रपान, शराब या अस्वस्थ खानपान से जोड़ा जाता है। लेकिन डॉक्टर चेतावनी दे रहे हैं कि प्रदूषण से लेकर आंतों के असंतुलन तक कई “मूक कारक” चुपचाप वर्षों तक इस बीमारी को बढ़ावा देते रहते हैं। सामान्य कारणों से परे दशकों से कैंसर रोकथाम अभियानों का ध्यान धूम्रपान, अत्यधिक शराब सेवन और खराब आहार पर रहा है। लेकिन ऑन्कोलॉजिस्ट अब उन कम चर्चित कारकों पर ज़ोर दे रहे हैं जो अक्सर सार्वजनिक विमर्श से बाहर रह जाते हैं। लंबे समय तक प्रदूषित हवा, पराबैंगनी किरणें, लगातार तनाव और असंतुलित आंतों का माइक्रोबायोम धीरे-धीरे शरीर की सुरक्षा प्रणाली…