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October 10: World Mental Health Day
World Mental Health Day was observed across the world on October 10, 2021 with the objective of raising awareness on mental health issues. Key Points The day is observed to gain support on initiatives related to mental health and well-being. This year, world mental health is more significant because Covid-19 has majorly impacted the mental ..
Month: Current Affairs - October, 2021
Category: Important Days & Events Current Affairs
Topics: Mental health • mental health care • World Health Organisation (WHO) • World Mental Health Day • World Mental Health Day campaign
Punjab Prison Rules, 2021
The Punjab Cabinet recently approved Punjab Prison Rules, 2021. These rules were approved under the Prison Act, 1894. Background The Punjab Jail Manual of 1996 has become archaic. There is a need to update it in the changed scenario of modernisation. Punjab Prison Rules, 2021 New security parameters such as effective surveillance and safe custody ..
Month: Current Affairs - May, 2021
Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs
Topics: CCTV • CCTV Surveillance • Grievance redressal • jail • mental health care • Prison • Prison Act of 1894 • Prison Reforms • Punjab Prison Rules
October 10: World Mental Health Day
Every year, the World Mental Health Day is celebrated on October 10. The day was first initiated by World Federation for Mental Health. The day is marked by several International organisations spread all over the world. In some countries like Australia, the day is a part of Mental Health Week. Highlights According to WHO, mental ..
Month: Current Affairs - October, 2020
Category: Important Days & Events Current Affairs
Topics: Global mental health • Mental health • Mental Health Awareness • mental health care • World Health Assembly • World Health Orgabnization • World Mental Health Day
First Anniversary of Fit India Movement: PM Modi releases Age appropriate Fitness Protocols
On September 24, 2020, Fit India Dialogue was held virtually. PM Modi addressed the dialogue and released the “Age appropriate Fitness Protocols” marking the first anniversary of Fit India Movement. Highlights During the dialogue, the prime minister interacted with actor Milind Soman, cricketer Virat Kohli. They shared their fitness experiences with the Prime Minister. According ..
Month: Current Affairs - September, 2020
Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs
Topics: Fit India Movement • Mental health • mental health care • National Sports Day • Sushant Singh Rajput • Virat Kohli • World Health Organisation
Mental Health Rehabilitation Helpline ‘KIRAN’
Social Justice and Empowerment Minister Thaawarchand Gehlot will launch the 24×7 Toll-Free Mental Health Rehabilitation Helpline “KIRAN” on September 7, 2020. Key Facts The helpline number is 1800-500-0019. Helpline has been developed by the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities under Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment. It will provide relief and support to ..
Month: Current Affairs - September, 2020
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
Topics: helpline KIRAN • mental health care • metal Health • Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment • Rehabilitation service