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Abdominal or central obesity is a greater risk factor compared to overall obesity, particularly in the Indian context where even lean and thin-looking individuals often carry significant visceral fat, said Dr. Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology and Earth Sciences, on March 29, 2026. Central obesity is a risk factor, independent of the obesity as such, he explained. Releasing a comprehensive textbook of Cardiology titled “Advances in Obesity and Lipid Management in CVD” at a ceremony in the national capital, Dr. Singh said central obesity, even in apparently non-obese individuals, predisposes them to a wide spectrum of metabolic disorders including diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular diseases, fatty liver, lipid disorders etc. ...

Meghalaya is making its first appearance at the 40th edition of AAHAR 2026 – The International Food and Hospitality Fair. Through this event, the Meghalaya government is ensuring that the state's indigenous organic agricultural and artisanal products reach larger markets, enabling local producers and entrepreneurs to connect directly with food industry players. Held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, and Co-hosted by the India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO) and the Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI), this B2B event provides a strategic platform to integrate Meghalaya’s producers and entrepreneurs directly into the broader industry supply chain. Meghalaya, a regular at World Food India, is showcasing its food industry potential at AAHAR 2026 for the first time. This st...

Dr. Jitendra Singh releases book titled ‘Advances in Obesity and Lipid Management in CVD’

Meghalaya makes its debut at AAHAR 2026