Community health workers working on maternal health of women in India and Pakistan face increased obstacles due to changing rainfall patterns, migration, and social taboos. Meenakshi J from India and Tahira Khan from Pakistan report
The city of Guwahati is set to host the 36th annual edition of the All India Postal Cultural Meet from February 19 to 23. A total of 300 participants from 17 postal circles across the state are going to participate in the event.
Recently, several schools received bomb threats in Chennai and the students were immediately sent back home, which caused a flash of panic among the parents.
As the Lok Sabha elections approach, political sentiments vary across the Northeast region. In Assam, there is a prevailing pro-incumbency sentiment, with the BJP government gaining popularity despite challenges in job opportunities. Conversely, in Meghalaya, voters like Lisa Wahlong remain loyal to the Congress, continuing a tradition of electing Congress MPs. However, BJP s influence has significantly grown in the Northeast since 2009, with the NDA securing a majority of seats in the region.