UP’s Population Control Bill Unlikely to Stand the Test of Courts, Discriminates Against Women’s...
While the draft Bill has been criticised for being election propaganda by the BJP, the Yogi Adityanath government has insisted that it has been introduced with the intent of bringing down the TFR to 2.1 by 2026 and 1.9 by 2030. What are the legal and policy implications of such legislation?
Addressing the Spectrum of Vaccine Hesitancy Amongst Pune’s Urban Poor and Rural Communities
Even after the havoc of the second wave, rural communities and small urban clusters still suffer from misinformation, myths, a glaring digital divide, and the basic lack of guidance in terms of getting vaccinated.
Busting the Muslim Population Myth: On Islam, Family Planning and Polygamy
Bursting population myths attached to the Indian Muslim community with Dr S.Y. Quraishi
Making Light of Numbers: Indian Paralympic Athletes Defying Age
Having the right support system and entourage can take Indian athletes to world-beating levels.
B.O.L.D. Policy Actions to Ensure Optimal Public Health and Nutrition in India
As the National Nutrition Month—or Rashtriya Poshan Maah— begins this September, renewed commitment, relentless advocacy, robust policy, and reassuring action on the ground is expected from the government at every level.
Responding to COVID-19: Here’s How India’s Sex Workers Are Doing It
India's sex workers have been mobilising their community to address the impact of COVID-19 on their livelihoods and families. Here's how.
Development: The Best Form of Contraception with Dr. S.Y. Quraishi
Hosted by Chirag Chinnappa
Edited by Nidhi Rejithlal
What is the secret to successful family planning, especially amongst socially and economically disadvantaged communities? An increase in...
Rich Millet Poor Millet: The Irony in Our Consumerism
What transformed the humble millet into an exotic grain?
“Our Handwriting May Be Bad, But Our Message is Clear”: Doctors Are Worried About...
What roles can doctors play in communicating the ill effects of air pollution to patients, and can their role go beyond hospitals?
Dialling 102: How Can We Improve Biomedical Waste Management in India?
How can biomedical waste management in India be made better? Dr. Ashok K. Agarwal has the answers.
