Metabolic syndrome is growing silent epidemic
India’s metabolic syndrome is becoming a silent epidemic, affecting far younger people than many would expect. Obesity, diabetes, hypertension, fatty liver and abnormal cholesterol levels can develop without noticeable symptoms. Lifestyle and environmental factors contribute to the rising burden of non-communicable diseases (NCDs). We must also examine the uniquely Indian dimension of the potential genetic and public health implications o
State FDAs have suddenly woken up from slumber
Ever since Tukaram Mundhe took over as Commissioner, Food & Drug Administration (FDA) Maharashtra, the state has witnessed a spate of raids on food and drug purveyors. A day doesn't pass by without a raid and no one is spared. Even international outlets/brands have come under the scanner. The FDA...
No action: Janata Darbar does not deliver results
Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant’s Janata Darbar at Sanquelim may have provided citizens an opportunity to bring their grievances directly to the government, but I understand the real test lies in the outcome. Such public meetings serve little purpose if complaints are heard, assurances given and files subsequently buried in...
Fair wages for Indian workers in the Gulf
The rising cost of living is putting pressure on workers everywhere, yet many hardworking Indians, both at home and in Gulf countries, continue to struggle with low wages. Despite working in harsh conditions, including scorching oil fields, many Indian workers receive meagre salaries that barely meet their needs. Millions of...
Goa's name tarnished, culprits from elsewhere
With reference to your recent report on Goa's name being linked to a cybercrime network, I wish to highlight a specific pattern. Most of the cybercriminals apprehended in such cases appear to have their origins in Gujarat. Even in past cases when criminals were apprehended in Goa, they were from...
