Government releases a draft policy for ‘Rare Diseases’ and launches a ‘Crowdfunding Platform’ for treatment costs
The Union Government recently released the ‘Draft National Policy for Rare Diseases, 2021’. There is…
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Review: Various studies highlight the severe impact of COVID-19 on MSMEs
MSMEs have been one of the worst affected sectors due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Multiple…
Data: More than 1.32 crore beneficiaries registered directly for the second dose of vaccine on Co-WIN
As per data shared by the MoHFW in response to a RTI application, more than…
Review: Madras HC permits Private Schools to collect 85% fees in instalments for 2021-22
In this roundup of court judgements, we look at Constitutional Courts’ remarks & directions on…
COVID-19 treatment under Ayushman Bharat – 7.08 lakh claims, 43% approved, 29% of the amount paid
As per the data provided by government in response to a RTI application, a total…
Data: 26 States/UTs report 18% less Road Accidents & 15% less Deaths in Lockdown year 2020
Road Accidents have been the leading cause of death among young adult males in India.…
Review: Various reports highlight the improvement in water quality of major ‘Rivers’ during the lockdown
While the nationwide lockdown in 2020 was debilitating to the economy, it came as a…
Data indicates a significant increase in the number of new Health Insurance Policies during 2020-21
One of the devastating impacts of COVID-19 was the increased health & hospital expenditure for…
Data: India is 6th on the list of countries with most sites on the World Heritage List
Two more sites from India (Ramappa Temple from Telangana & Dholavira city from Gujarat) are…
Review: SC upholds NGT Ban on Firecrackers in Delhi-NCR Region with ‘Poor’ Air Quality
In this roundup of court judgements, we look at Constitutional Courts’ remarks & directions about…
