Author: Sharad Natani
Delhi is set to witness a major shift in urban transport as Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced key policy initiatives aimed at reducing pollution, expanding electric mobility, and improving passenger safety. During a high-level meeting with representatives of cab-based companies, the Chief Minister outlined the government’s roadmap for a people-centric and eco-friendly transport system. CM Rekha Gupta said the Delhi government is actively working on a public-friendly Electric Vehicle (EV) policy to control pollution and promote sustainable transport. She assured private companies that the government is ready to provide land for setting up charging stations, but made it clear that…
Across India, from small towns to metro cities, roadside food stalls selling pani puri, chaat, golgappa, and other popular snacks are a common sight. These foods are affordable, tasty, and deeply woven into everyday life. But behind the flavour and nostalgia lies a growing public health concern that can no longer be ignored. Unhygienic preparation methods are visible almost everywhere. Vendors crush spices with bare hands, prepare chilli water and masala in open containers, use untreated water and ice, and serve food amid dust, flies, and traffic pollution. Despite these visible risks, millions consume such food daily, often unaware that…
A global scientific study has triggered serious concerns about the safety of bottled drinking water, raising uncomfortable questions for India’s top food safety watchdog, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI). Research conducted by scientists from New York State University has revealed that 93% of bottled water samples tested worldwide contained plastic microparticles, in some cases at levels higher than ordinary tap water. The findings challenge the long-held belief that packaged drinking water is the safest option for consumers. What the Study Found The study tested 259 bottled water samples from 11 major brands across 9 countries, including…
For generations, a deeply rooted belief has shaped property disputes in Indian households: once a daughter gets married, she loses her right over her father’s property. This assumption, passed down socially rather than legally, has kept countless women away from their rightful inheritance. But the truth, as defined by Indian law, is very different. Under the Hindu Succession (Amendment) Act, 2005, a daughter—married or unmarried—has exactly the same rights as a son in her father’s ancestral property. The amendment marked a historic shift in inheritance laws and aimed to correct decades of gender-based discrimination. What the Law Clearly States The…
The Aadhaar Card is no longer just an identity document—it has become the backbone of almost every essential service in India, from banking and government schemes to mobile connections and income tax filings. However, the Aadhaar card is useful only when the details mentioned on it are accurate and up to date. Recognising this need, the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has made the Aadhaar update process simpler, faster, and more accessible through its latest mobile application. Earlier, updating details such as name, address, or mobile number required visiting an Aadhaar Seva Kendra, standing in long queues, and going…
In a major leap toward technology-driven healthcare, India’s first Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based clinic was inaugurated on Friday at the Government Institute of Medical Sciences (GIMS) in Greater Noida’s Kasna area. The initiative is being hailed as a historic milestone that could redefine diagnosis and treatment in public healthcare institutions across the country. The AI clinic aims to make medical treatment faster, more accurate, and data-driven, significantly strengthening India’s government healthcare system. Using advanced AI algorithms, the clinic will analyze patients’ medical history, symptoms, lab reports, and imaging scans to assist doctors in early and precise diagnosis. How the AI Clinic…