This Menstrual Hygiene Day 2025, let’s celebrate the period warriors championing dignity through their tireless efforts. Pad Squad, an inspiring NGO, has been distributing sanitary pads and menstrual cups across India. According to NFHS-5 (National Family Health Survey-5), 36 per cent of women still don’t use sanitary napkins. From jungles to tribal belts — Padsquad carries pads and menstrual cups where it’s needed the most. These changemakers are on a mission for change — one pad at a time.
27 May,2025 05:42 PM IST
Have you been struggling to have a good night’s rest? If this is true, you are not alone. According to the studies, one in four Indians is affected. The overall estimate for the prevalence of insomnia was 25.7 per cent. If you are one among them, worry not. In this interview, Mid-day’s Katyayani Kapoor spoke to Krishna Melnattur, Assistant Professor of Psychology and Biology, Ashoka University on how to improve sleep quality. Professor talks about the elements of a good quality sleep and how to have one. Take a look.
10 September,2024 07:53 PM IST
At a recent event, actress Raveena Tandon spoke about menstrual hygiene. She encouraged young girls to understand that there's nothing to be ashamed of and stressed the importance of maintaining personal hygiene. Additionally, she advocated for creating films that focus on sex education and are approved by censors, highlighting the need for informative and accessible content on this crucial topic.
20 July,2024 03:41 PM IST
She rebelled against domestic violence. She rebelled against the system to uphold the rights of single mothers. She is now rebelling against menstrual taboos. Meet Khushboo, once a domestic violence victim, now an educator spreading awareness on menstrual hygiene, child sexual abuse and empowering children all over. This story is of a single mother who turned her pain into purpose. Watch the story of Khushboo now
27 May,2023 07:25 PM IST | MumbaiADVERTISEMENT
