An expert team from the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) arrived in Kozhikode on Saturday following the confirmation of a Nipah virus infection in the district, as health authorities stepped up surveillance and containment efforts to prevent any further spread of the disease.
As preparations gather momentum for the International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2026, the Ministry of Ayush on June 8 reached out to a key force shaping public opinion —radio personalities and digital influencers. An interactive RJ and Influencer Meet held in Ayush Bhawan in New Delhi brought together prominent radio jockeys, content creators, social media influencers, and media professionals to strengthen public participation in this year’s campaign themed ‘Yoga for Healthy Ageing.’
India is witnessing a worrying surge in obesity and elevated blood sugar levels among adults, according to findings from the latest National Family Health Survey (NFHS-6), indicating a growing burden of lifestyle-related diseases across the country.
As part of the pre-campaign activities leading up to World Environment Day 2026 on June 5, the National Institute of Sowa Rigpa (NISR), Sabu Thang, organised a Common Yoga Protocol (CYP) Session on June 3 under the Mission LiFE (Lifestyle for Environment) initiative.
Women around the world are living longer than men, but they spend a greater portion of their lives coping with chronic pain, mental health disorders and debilitating illnesses, according to a major new study published in The Lancet.
The Ministry of Ayush has released the IDY Handbook 2026, a multilingual guide aimed at supporting preparations for the International Day of Yoga (IDY) celebrations across India and abroad, recently. Available in English, Hindi and 21 regional languages, the handbook brings together essential information on IDY, the Common Yoga Protocol (CYP), Ministry initiatives and public participation opportunities.
International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2026 main celebration will be held in Kolkata, West Bengal on 21 June, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Ayush and Minister of State for Health & Family Welfare Prataprao Jadhav announced on May 27. The theme this year is ‘Yoga for Healthy Ageing’, highlighting the role of Yoga in promoting physical health, mental well-being and healthy ageing.
Scientists and research link chronic fatigue and declining motivation to deficiencies in Vitamin B12 and folate as it can reduce physical and mental performance.
Amid rising global concerns about Ebola, Union Health Minister JP Nadda said on May 25 that no case of Bundibugyo Ebola disease has been reported in the nation so far. Even then, the government is taking no chances. Following a high-level review meeting with senior officials from the Union Health Ministry, the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), and the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), Nadda directed all preventive and surveillance mechanisms to remain on high alert.
India has strengthened health screening and surveillance measures at airports after concerns over the spread of Ebola in some African countries. The government has issued a health advisory for travellers arriving from affected regions.
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