Endometriosis: Research shows changing diet may reduce pain
By: Philippa Saunders, Andrew Horne and Francesca Hearn-Yeates Endometriosis affects nearly 200 million people worldwide. This chronic condition is characterised by tissue resembling the lining of the womb growing outside of the uterus. This common condition has devastating effects on patients’ wellbeing. It causes chronic pain (particularly during their periods), infertility and symptoms similar to […]
The Elusive Peace in Ukraine
By: Jennifer Mathers Ending Russia’s war in Ukraine was one of Donald Trump’s campaign promises, and one that he famously boasted could be achieved in 24 hours. But three months after taking office, the Trump administration has only managed to negotiate a partial ceasefire that has done nothing to stop the fighting. On April 13, […]
Surgery Remains the Frontline Defense against Cancer
By: Dr Parveen Mendiratta Cancer is one of India’s fastest-growing health crises. According to the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), over 14.6 lakh new cancer cases were reported in 2022, and this number is expected to rise to 15.7 lakh by 2025. Among the growing arsenal of treatments, including chemotherapy, radiation, and immunotherapy, surgery […]
Cultural Memory in Crisis
By: Narayanan Kizhumundayur Storytelling is one of the oldest and most vital forms of human communication, a timeless tradition that has played a central role in preserving culture, history, and values across generations. It is an art form that transcends borders, languages, and civilizations, uniting humanity in its shared need to connect through narratives. For […]
Downslide in growth
By: Sergi Basco The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has just published its World Economic Outlook, and it does not take an expert to deduce that, even among some of the world’s top economic minds, confident predictions are currently hard to come by. Every spring the IMF and World Bank hold their Spring Meetings in Washington […]
Crop fire: When dreams turn into ashes
By: Dr. Satyawan Saurabh Every year, thousands of acres of crops are burnt to ashes in fire, affecting the hard work, hopes, and lives of farmers. The main causes of fire include poor power supply, human negligence, mutual enmity, and climatic reasons. Government compensation schemes and crop insurance processes are so complex and insensitive that […]
Bloodbath in Paradise
By: Dr. Aftab Jan The mountains of Pahalgam—once a sanctuary of peace, where the winds whispered stories of old, where the valleys embraced pilgrims and tourists alike—have now become a silent witness to unspeakable cruelty. What was once the heart of serenity has been turned into a graveyard of innocence? In a moment that has […]
Murder of humanity in Pahalgam
By: Dr. Satyawan Saurabh The terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, where a newly married tourist was shot in the head after being asked his name is not just a murder but a symbol of hatred and terror based on religious identity. The shocked picture of the deceased’s wife is considered the wounded face […]
Teaching as Social Service
By: Mukhtar Ahmad Qureshi As I sit and think about what being a teacher really is, one refrain rings louder than all the rest, teaching isn’t a profession it is a social service. It is a passion for influencing minds, hearts and futures. With every step into a classroom every teacher is not simply imparting […]
Surgery to treat Epilepsy
By: Dr Rohit Bansil Epilepsy is a neurological disorder characterized by recurrent, unprovoked seizures. For many people, seizures can be controlled with medication, but for some, these medications are not effective. When epilepsy cannot be managed with drug therapy alone, epilepsy surgery may be considered as a treatment option. Epilepsy surgery aims to reduce or […]
