Mental health

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Mental Health Awareness Is Crucial As India Witnessed 7.2% Increase In Suicide

The rising suicide and mental health issue, has increased dramatically in India. As per the recent National Crime Record Bureau (NCRB) every year more than 1,00,000 people commit suicide in our country. The latest data available for the year 2021 shows a 7.2% increase over 2020. The rising number of suicides, especially amongst youths is a matter of concern, with the need for mental awareness among people.

Tue, 05 Sep 2023 - 02:40 PM / by Varsha Joshi

Tags: health issues, mental health awareness, Indian government, NCRB Report, Suicide

Courtesy: CNBCTV 18

Senior Citizens

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Delhi Witnesses 28.69% Rise In Crimes Against Senior Citizens: NCRB

Delhi is the most unsafe for senior citizens among all metropolitan cities in India accounting, revealed the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) data.  On August 30, they revealed that for over 27% of total crimes committed in Delhi, are against people aged 60 years and above. Moreover, the national capital has also witnessed a 28.69% surge in crime against senior citizens in 2021 as compared to the previous year.

Tue, 30 Aug 2022 - 08:59 PM / by Varsha Joshi

Tags: NCRB Report, senior citizens, Crime rate, Indian cities, New Delhi