UNIVERSAL HEALTH COVERAGE
Emman Atienza’s sister Eliana was suspended from the University of Pennsylvania for organizing pro-Palestinian protest The Atienza family faces profound grief following the sudden passing of 19-year-old Emmanuelle Atienza in Los Angeles. This tragedy follows her sister Eliana's suspension from the University of Pennsylvania for pro-Palestine activism. Eliana, a voca...
24 Oct, 2025, 02.32 PM ISTU.S. debt hits $38 trillion for the first time in history — $500b added in a month, +$23 billion per day, $114,000 per American, total U.S. debt nears $100 trillion — is America moving towards economic disaster? U.S. debt hits $38 trillion, adding $500 billion this month alone — $114,000 per American. The total debt now equals 324% of GDP. Federal debt is $37.5 trillion. Household debt is $20.5 trillion. Corporate debt tops $42 trillion. Experts warn rising...
23 Oct, 2025, 06.11 PM ISTDoes your health insurance policy cover cancer, stroke and other critical illnesses? Here’s what to check and what to do Critical illness insurance offers a vital financial safety net against the exorbitant costs of serious diseases like cancer, heart attack, paralysis and more. Critical illness coverage provides a lump-sum payout, supplementing standard health insura...
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Is Xi Jinping’s rule ending? The truth about his rumored mini-stroke, ‘immortality’ talk with Putin, and the growing rift inside CCP amid trade war with US Whispers about Chinese President Xi Jinping's health are growing louder. Observers suggest he may be facing a serious political challenge. Recent events and analyses point to potential power struggles within the Chinese Communist Party. These develo...
17 Oct, 2025, 01.33 PM ISTHow mental health has become a new priority for corporates Indian companies now see mental health as vital for business success. They are implementing programs like counselling and mental health days. This shift aims to boost productivity and engagement. Despite challenges like stigma, firms are adopting pr...
13 Oct, 2025, 06.41 PM ISTView: How GST 2.0 strengthens India's healthcare response and advance universal health coverage GST 2.0 marks an important beginning, but affordability alone cannot secure India's healthcare future. To ensure that today's gains translate into lasting impact, cost relief must go hand in hand with a stronger innovation ecosystem. Patients will b...
10 Oct, 2025, 11.14 PM ISTFirst-time health insurance buyer? 7 smart tips to choose the right policy and avoid costly regrets Choosing a health insurance policy requires careful consideration of key factors. By understanding the details in your policy document, you can ensure adequate coverage and a reliable insurer. If you’re buying health insurance for the first time, yo...
08 Oct, 2025, 03.56 PM ISTStudying abroad? Here’s what you need to know about health insurance in top destinations International students planning to study abroad face diverse and mandatory health insurance requirements across popular destinations like Canada, Australia, UK, US, and Germany. Coverage mandates vary significantly by country, province, and visa typ...
06 Oct, 2025, 02.00 PM ISTQ2 earnings beginning this week to be modest but 3 themes can make money: Motilal Oswal Q2 earnings, starting October 9, are expected to show modest 6% YoY growth for Nifty companies. Motilal Oswal highlights three investment themes—financials vs IT divergence, consumption revival, and new-age sectors—and recommends top large- and mid-...
06 Oct, 2025, 11.14 AM ISTAs shutdown drags on, US voters see blame game threatening Democrats and Republicans A government shutdown is severely impacting Virginia's economy, particularly its military and civil service sectors, leading to widespread concern among voters. While both parties risk losing support, initial polls suggest more blame falls on Republ...
05 Oct, 2025, 03.42 PM ISTWildlife advocate and primate expert Jane Goodall dies at 91 Jane Goodall, the pioneering primatologist and global conservationist, has died at 91. Her revolutionary research at Gombe transformed our understanding of chimpanzees, revealing their tool use and distinct personalities. Goodall dedicated her life ...
02 Oct, 2025, 06.54 AM ISTSmall-caps for investors with ability to hold for more than 2 years: 8 stocks from different sectors with upside potential of up to 37% They say there is never a good time to buy a bad business, and there is never a bad time to buy a good one. But before we get to identifying what a good business is, let’s address a key question in terms of the markets. Why small-caps now? Especiall...
01 Oct, 2025, 01.57 PM ISTGlobal report says 40% of clinicians in India could be using AI in work Over 40 per cent of Indian clinicians are now using AI for work, a threefold increase from last year, surpassing global adoption rates. Despite this rapid embrace and optimism, challenges like clinician burnout and institutional gaps in AI training ...
30 Sep, 2025, 01.23 PM ISTGDP growth filter: Target to invest in companies whose profit after tax outpaces economy’s expansion target rate Target companies whose after-tax profit growth outpaces the broader economy’s expansion rate.
29 Sep, 2025, 06.30 AM ISTPE fund KKR closes third buy in Kerala, at Meitra Hospital KKR, buoyed by its successful Max Healthcare exit, is expanding its hospital investments in South India. Its Kerala-based Baby Memorial Hospital (BMH) has acquired a majority stake in Meitra Hospital for ₹1,000-1,200 crore and is considering acquiri...
22 Sep, 2025, 05.07 PM ISTInsurers told to pass on the benefits of GST reduction On Wednesday, the insurance regulator directed insurers to pass on the benefits of the GST removal on life and health insurance premiums to customers, noting that the move could improve affordability and broaden access.
18 Sep, 2025, 12.40 AM ISTNew take on good old care India's healthcare is evolving from basic care to focus on longevity and chronic illness resilience, despite rapid aging. The onset of non-communicable diseases is earlier in India, impacting productivity and increasing healthcare costs. Addressing ...
17 Sep, 2025, 11.12 PM ISTWho killed Trey Reed and Cory Zukatis? trends on social media. Here's all revelations as communities seek 'answers' in Mississippi suspicious hanging deaths Who killed Trey Reed and Cory Zukatis? trends on social media after both men were found hanging in Mississippi on the same day. Communities demand answers, while investigations continue.
17 Sep, 2025, 09.44 PM ISTTrey Reed not alone, another man found hanging in Mississippi. Who is Cory Zukatis? Here's what happened to him Trey Reed not alone, another man found hanging in Mississippi. Delta State University confirmed student Demartravion Reed was discovered on campus. Hours later, Cory Zukatis was found dead in Vicksburg. Both deaths are under investigation. Authoriti...
16 Sep, 2025, 11.27 PM ISTReckitt has joined hands with PATH-CHRI to Launch Dettol Banega Swasth India - Maternal and Child Health Tech Accelerator. Reckitt, in collaboration with PATH-CHRI, has launched an accelerator to drive innovation in maternal and child health. Centred on the first 1,000 days of life, the initiative aims to improve outcomes and strengthen India’s progress toward Viksit Bh...
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