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Govt spent Rs 51.46 crore for drug deaddiction campaign from FY 2020-25
New Delhi, April 2: The Union government on Wednesday said it has spent Rs 51.46 crore for the drug deaddiction campaign in the country between FY 2020-21 to FY2024-25.
Punjab govt to launch major crackdown on drugs, orders for rapid expansion of rehab facilities
Chandigarh, February 24: The Punjab government has announced an intensive crackdown against drug abuse in the state, directing law enforcement agencies to initiate large-scale operations in the coming days.
Study explains why youth are more vulnerable to nicotine addiction
New Delhi, Feb 19: Young adults are more susceptible to the impact of nicotine, as their bodies are more sensitive to the dangerous and highly addictive chemical than middle-aged adults, according to a new study.
Ayush Ministry, Social Justice Dept to boost healthcare of elderly and fight social abuse
New Delhi, Feb 12: The Ministry of Ayush and the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment (DoSJE) on Wednesday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the national capital, to improve the well-being of senior citizens and address the growing concern of substance abuse.
HP Governor bats for combating drug addiction through community efforts
Shimla, Jan 15: Himachal Pradesh Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla on Wednesday emphasised the importance of combating drug addiction through community efforts.