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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. Kashifa Wisal reports.

Rice Crop at Risk in India: new frontiers for hopperburn

The brown planthopper can destroy rice crops. Now the pest is seen mostly in the east and south of India. But if the climate changes, the pest may invade other regions in India. Recent research identified the possible extent of expansion of the pest’s habitat. Sanghamitra reports research from Cuttack.

Insect-rich Tribal Diet: Medicine in Mayurbhanj

Insects are rich in protein and other nutrients. They are a source of medicine too, for tribals in Odisha. Sanghamitra from Cuttack reports investigations by researchers from three different universities in Odisha on entomophagy as food and as traditional medicine by tribals in Mayurbhanj district.

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