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Red rice and white rice: nutritional differences

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August 24, 2026

Seven different rice varieties from Himachal Pradesh. Some grow well in tropical climates; some flourish in temperate climates. Some are red and others are white. Which one provides better nutrition? Gayathri S reports a recent research collaboration between an ICAR institution and a private university.

Pregnancy Care in Himachal Pradesh

Himachal Pradesh has long been seen as one of the best states for providing maternal healthcare. But are the numbers telling the full story? Kashifa Wisal, Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication reports on recent research uncovering hidden gaps in access to pregnancy care.

Surya Namaskar and anxiety in polycystic ovary syndrome

Can women with polycystic ovary syndrome benefit from practicing Surya Namaskar? Sri Manjari reports research done by Yashvi Panjrath, Vijendra Nath Pathak and Krishan Kumar, which suggests that practicing Surya Namaskar helps reduce anxieties related to body image, a common problem among women with PCOS. Read on…

Panchi Nala Glacier: signs of degeneration

Panchi Nala glacier in the Bhaga River basin of the Lahaul-Spiti District, Himachal Pradesh has been degenerating rapidly. It is time to take action, points out scientists from the Ministry of Earth Sciences and Wadia Institute of Himalayan Geology.

Moringa Seed Dip-bag to Purify Water

Researchers from Shoolini University, Solan, Himachal Pradesh suggest moringa seed powder in dip bags to remove pathogenic bacteria from water. Read more.

Kali Jeeri for Psoriasis?

Scientists from the CSIR-Institute of Himalayan Bioresource Technology, Himachal Pradesh and the the Punjabi University suggest a solution for psoriasis.

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