India faces a serious childhood obesity crisis, ranking second globally while still battling undernutrition. Rapid urbanization, ultra-processed foods, and sedentary lifestyles drive the problem. Rising obesity increases non-communicable diseases, psychological stress, and economic costs, demanding stronger policies, awareness, and healthier food environments.
Click to View MoreIndia is debating the introduction of data exclusivity in pharmaceuticals, a regulatory protection that can delay the entry of generic drugs even after patent expiry. While the move is projected as a way to attract investment and support innovation, it raises serious concerns for India’s generics-driven pharmaceutical industry and access to affordable medicines. In the absence of any international obligation under WTO-TRIPS, the policy choice involves balancing innovation incentives with public health priorities and preserving India’s role as the pharmacy of the developing world.
Click to View MorePollution is emerging as a hidden reproductive health crisis, as toxins in air, water, soil and plastics disrupt hormones, damage sperm and egg quality, and increase miscarriage and poor birth outcomes. Evidence from India and globally shows declining fertility, particularly in polluted cities, indicating that cleaner environments are essential for protecting family health and demographic stability.
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