Population data sheet 2023
The Population Data Sheet, published annually by ESCAP, features a range of key indicators on population and development. The focus is on population size, structure and growth rates, as well as fertility,
Population
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Rapid needs assessment of older people-Gambella, Ethiopia
<p>The report contains key findings of the assessment, together with observations and analysis by HelpAge’s humanitarian team and sectoral advisers.It aims to help all organisations operating in
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Question raised in Rajya Sabha on C-Section births in the country, 03/03/2020
<p>Question raised in Rajya Sabha on C-Section births in the country, 03/03/2020. As per the National Family Health Survey, birth by Caesarean Section (%) in the country has increased from 8.5% as per
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Population 2020: Demographics can be a potent driver of the pace and process of economic development
<p>“Demography is destiny” is an oft-cited phrase that suggests the size, growth, and structure of a nation’s population determines its long-term social, economic, and political fabric.
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Ease of Living Index- Assessment Framework 2019
<p>Ease of Living Index aimed at providing a holistic view of Indian cities - beginning from the services provided by local bodies, the effectiveness of the administration, the outcomes generated through
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Amendments to Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act are a mixed bag
The Union Cabinet’s approval of the amended Medical Termination of Pregnancy (MTP) Bill 2020 was reported on January 29. This amendment was long due and has made some anticipated changes demanded by women’s
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2020 Human Development Perspectives: Tackling Social Norms-A game changer for gender inequalities
<p>Gender disparities are a persistent form of inequality in every country. Despite remarkable progress in some areas, no country in the world—rich or poor—has achieved gender equality. All
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Ageing and the SDGs: Key messages to ensure age-inclusive policies
<p>This guide supports HelpAge staff and network members in using Agenda 2030 to advance older people’s rights and inclusion in development policy and practice. It explains how global development
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Flood situation remains grim in Assam, 20 dead
Thee spread of Japanese Encephalitis during the flood has made the condition more challenging as death toll due to JE has also climbed to 82. Guwahati: The flood situation remains grim in Assam on Wednesday
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AIDS deaths down a third since 2010: UN
PARIS: HIV-related deaths last year fell to around 770,000 — some 33 percent lower than in 2010 — the United Nations said Tuesday, but warned that global efforts to eradicate the disease were stalling
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Lifting 271 mn out of poverty in 10 yrs, India fastest, Jharkhand No. 1 area: UN
India has registered the fastest absolute reduction in the Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) value among ten countries, spanning every developing region, whose combined population is two billion people.