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| Protecting the Heart from the Assault of Modern Lifestyle | | World Heart Day – September 29, 2026 | | | Lalit Gargg
The heart is not merely an organ of the human body; it is the rhythm of life itself. As long as the heart keeps beating, hope, compassion, love and the possibilities of action remain alive. Yet, ironically, modern civilization has made life more convenient without necessarily making it healthier or more balanced. Our fast-paced lives, chronic stress, irregular routines, changing dietary habits, physical inactivity and growing mental restlessness are placing an increasing burden on the heart, contributing to the rising threat of cardiovascular disease.
World Heart Day is observed every year on September 29 to raise awareness about cardiovascular health. According to the World | |
| | | | Scientific solutions to the stubble problem: Farmers and science must work together | | | | Dr. Vijay Garg
Stubble burning has become one of the most visible environmental challenges associated with modern agriculture, particularly in the rice-wheat farming regions of northern India. Every year, after harvesting paddy, farmers face a difficult decision: how to clear their fields quickly and economically before the next crop is sown. When the time available between two crops is short, burning crop residue may appear to be the easiest option. However, the smoke released into the atmosphere contributes to air pollution and creates serious environmental concerns.
The stubble problem, therefore, should not be viewed simply as a failure of farmers. It is a complex agricultural, econ | |
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