health

Puducherry Govt Partners with Trust to Add Health Mix to School Milk Programme

Published on: 11 Jul 2026, 09:35 AM

The Puducherry government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Sri Sathya Sai Annapoorna Trust to supply 'Saisure Chocolate Malt Health Mix' for students in government and government-aided schools. The health mix will be added to the 100 ml of milk provided under the Sri Rajiv Gandhi Breakfast Scheme.

The initiative covers students from LKG to Class 12 across all four regions of the Union Territory: Puducherry, Karaikal, Mahe, and Yanam. According to T. Konju Mozhi Kumaran, Deputy Director of the PM POSHAN Scheme (Mid-day meal programme), the inclusion of the health mix is part of broader welfare measures under the Pradhan Mantri Poshan Shakti Nirman scheme.

The MoU was signed in the presence of Education Secretary Krishna Mohan Uppu, Director of School Education Mohan Kumar, and Sri Sathya Sai Annapoorna Trust Trustee Santhosh Allath. The release stated that the nutritional supplement aims to improve the mental, physical, and overall health of children.

Source: The Hindu

Latest in Health 10

health

H1N1 makes up 98% of India's flu cases, but ICMR says no need to panic

ICMR says H1N1 accounts for 98% of Influenza A cases in India, but the circulating strain is the familiar pdm09 strain from the 2009 pandemic. Officials reassure the public that there is no cause for panic, as most infections are mild and the rise is part of normal seasonal flu activity.

The Hindu 25 Aug 2026, 01:17 PM

health

Kerala doctors' body opts out of 24x7 specialty plan, cites staff crunch

The Kerala Government Medical Officers' Association has refused to cooperate with a working arrangement in Kollam district for round-the-clock specialty care at Punalur taluk hospital, citing 799 doctor vacancies and inadequate staff. It has urged the government to first fill vacancies and create required posts before implementing the initiative.

The Hindu 25 Aug 2026, 01:24 PM

health

Tamil Nadu launches ₹107-crore project to make State rabies-free

The Tamil Nadu government has announced a ₹107-crore project to eliminate rabies, focusing on animal birth control and surgical centres. The first phase will cover urban local bodies, alongside infrastructure projects like parking facilities and water body restoration.

The Hindu 25 Aug 2026, 12:15 PM

health

Bournvita maker pulls health claims as FSSAI cracks down on misleading food ads

Mondelez India has withdrawn health and nutrient-comparison claims for Bournvita after FSSAI notices, part of a broader crackdown that has seen over 150 actions against food companies. Other firms like Amway and Juza Foods have also modified or dropped claims to comply with regulations.

The Hindu 25 Aug 2026, 11:11 AM

health

Karnataka suspends Amazon, Swiggy Instamart, BigBasket food licences over Datura sale

Karnataka has suspended the food licences of Amazon, Swiggy Instamart, and BigBasket after inspectors found poisonous Datura fruits and seeds being sold online as food products. The platforms have been directed to remove all listings, and action is being taken against suppliers as well.

The Hindu 25 Aug 2026, 09:37 AM

health

FSSAI crackdown: Amway, Juza Foods drop '100%' and health claims after notices

India's food regulator FSSAI has directed companies to remove misleading '100%' and health claims from products. Amway India and Juza Foods have acted after receiving notices, and the industry is revising labels to meet compliance.

Times of India 25 Aug 2026, 09:45 AM

health

Tamil Nadu govt moves to provide Emicizumab to Haemophilia A patients, says Health Minister

Tamil Nadu Health Minister K.G. Arunraj told the Assembly that the government is taking steps to distribute Emicizumab to Haemophilia A patients with Factor VIII inhibitors. The drug is not yet on the NHM essential medicines list, but State-level action is underway to improve access.

The Hindu 25 Aug 2026, 07:06 AM

health

Karnataka suspends food licences of Amazon, Instamart, BigBasket for selling toxic datura

Karnataka's food safety regulator has suspended the food licences of Amazon, Instamart and BigBasket for selling toxic datura fruits and seeds on their platforms. The department found the listings violated food safety laws and posed serious health risks. The suspension will remain until the companies provide satisfactory responses at a hearing.

NDTV 24 Aug 2026, 06:43 PM

health

Andhra Pradesh doctor strike: Talks stall again over stipend hike dispute

Talks between the Andhra Pradesh government and junior doctors failed again on Monday, with no agreement on stipend hikes. The doctors, on strike for 15 days, have reduced their demand from 30% to 20% biennial, but the government has not accepted it.

The Hindu 24 Aug 2026, 05:59 PM

health

Kerala teen's organ donation gives life to three after fatal accident

A 16-year-old boy from Kerala, declared brain stem dead after a road accident, has given a new lease of life to three patients through organ donation. His family's decision, coordinated by K-SOTTO, resulted in the successful transplant of his liver and kidneys.

The Hindu 24 Aug 2026, 06:05 PM

→ View All Health News