Category: Social Justice
Street Vendors (Protection of Livelihood and Regulation of Street Vending) Act
The implementation of the Street Vendors Act, which is hailed as an advanced legislation, is now encountering several obstacles.
Make EPI an Essential Programme on Immunisation
As the global community reflects on 50 years of immunization efforts, there is renewed momentum to strengthen immunization programs
The poultry industry needs urgent reforms
India’s environmental laws and regulations must reflect what the public health crisis is showing us: that animal welfare is closely interlinked with public health, ecosystem health and biodiversity conservation.
No age restriction for health insurance
The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) has abolished the age cap of 65 years for buying health insurance policies. This move aims to expand the market and ensure sufficient coverage against healthcare costs.
An overview of the PMAY-U scheme
As the current Union government completes two terms, one of its flagship programmes was Housing For All (HfA) by 2022, both in urban and rural areas, planned under the PMAY (Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana) scheme in 2015.
Gone too soon — the subject of youth suicide in India
Suicide is a pressing issue in India, with the country holding the unfortunate distinction of having the highest number of suicides globally.
Living wills implementation lags in India
Challenges and shortcomings in the implementation of living wills exists in India, despite their legalization in 2018 by the Supreme Court.
The ART of India’s HIV/AIDS response
On April 1, 2004, a significant milestone was marked in India’s battle against HIV/AIDS with the launch of Free Antiretroviral Therapy (ART) for Persons living with HIV (PLHIV).
The TB fight
India is regarded as ‘Tuberculosis hotspot’, there is urgent need to address issues in our TB strategy.
India’s fight against rare diseases
Rare Disease Day, observed on the last day of February, aims to support individuals affected by rare medical conditions, this article highlights their plight of neglect and issues with National Rare Disease Policy.
Senior Care Reforms in India: NITI Aayog
NITI Aayog has recently published a position paper titled “Senior Care Reforms in India: Reimagining the Senior Care Paradigm”.
Anganwadi Services
Through a range of initiatives, the Government of India provides incentives and encouragement to Anganwadi Workers and Anganwadi Helpers.