New Delhi, March 29 (IANS) In the backdrop of the recently concluded spectrum auctions, the science and technology ministry has commissioned research studies on health aspects of mobile phone radiations from 16 scientific institutions, the Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI) said on Sunday.
"This is the first time the government of India is going for a massive evaluation and project proposals received from institutions have been identified for financial support from the Department of Science and Technology following an inter-ministerial committee directive in 2011," COAI said in a statement here.
Among the prestigious institutions to be conducting studies are All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in the national capital, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER) in Chandigarh, National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS) in Bengaluru and the Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar.
The key focus of these studies will be on the impact of electromagnetic fields, brain-related effects, biochemical studies, reproduction pattern, comparison of animal and human models and remedial measures, among others, COAI said.
The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) is currently engaged in a study on these lines as recommended by the inter-ministerial committee of 2011, with a target group of 4,500 people in Delhi, while the Tata Memorial Centre is doing research in Mumbai, the statement said.
"In compliance with the direction of the Allahabad High Court, a committee was set up by the government in 2012, which submitted its report in 2014 on issues relating to radiations from cell phone tower and handsets."
"In this report, it was recommended that the Department of Science and Technology and Indian Council of Medical Research should carry out extensive studies on the Indian conditions," it added.
Corona situation worsens in Germany: record 50 thousand new cases of corona in first 24 hours, virologist warns on deaths
A record 50,196 new cases of Covid-19 have been reported in Germany on Thursday. This is the first time since the start of the epidemic that Germany has crossed the 50 thousand mark. There have been
Vidyut Jamwal took a dip in the ice-frozen lake at -8 degree temperature, the fans said - the real superhero
Bollywood actor Vidyut Jammwal, popularly known as 'Country Boy', is very active on social media. Vidyut often shares his photos and videos on social media, which fans like very much. Meanwhile,
Dengue increased expenses: people of Agra spend Rs 5.50 crore daily to kill mosquitoes
The people of Agra spend about Rs 5.50 crore every day killing mosquitoes. These figures are not ours, but the wholesale and retail traders of the drug associated with the pharma association. During
Lalu Yadav Health: In AIIMS, Lalu Yadav was stopped from reciting Gita, Tej Pratap said in a fit of rage – this is a great sin, the price has to be paid
A case of preventing RJD chief Lalu Yadav admitted to Delhi AIIMS from reciting and listening to Gita has come to the fore. His son Tej Pratap Yadav has expressed strong displeasure over this.
Nick Jonas-Priyanka Chopra became romantic at the premiere of Citadel, killer poses in front of the camera
Priyanka Chopra has become a topic of discussion these days regarding the web series 'Citadel'. This most awaited web series of Priyanka, called Global Star, is going to enter the world of OTT in a
Aparajita Bill: Anti-rape bill passed unanimously by Bengal Assembly, provision for death penalty or life imprisonment till last breath
The anti-rape bill was introduced in the Bengal Assembly today i.e. on Tuesday, which was passed unanimously. This bill provides for the death penalty to the person guilty of rape and the death of the
Ameesha Patel: Ameesha did not react to Lara-Bipasha's negative comment, and said- I had a good relationship with them
Bollywood's well-known actress Ameesha Patel is in constant discussion about her upcoming film 'Gadar 2'. About 22 years ago today, Ameesha ruled the hearts of the audience by becoming Sakina from the
Haryana Election Result: 'Rahul Gandhi is a curse', what else did Acharya Pramod Krishnam say on Congress' defeat
Former Congress leader Acharya Pramod Krishnam has termed the victory of BJP in the Haryana assembly elections as 'victory of Sanatan and Sadbhavana'. Acharya Pramod also attacked Congress and Rahul
Side Effects Of Lockdown: 1600 Engagement Marriages Postponed, Loss Of 1.25 Billion Rupees, Livelihood Of 3.5 Lakh People
The eclipse of the ongoing lockdown due to corona for the last 15 days has also been put on weddings in April-May. Only about 1600 marriages, tilaks, and engagement have been postponed in Lucknow
Protest: Suspended MPs ate chicken in front of Gandhi statue in Parliament, Poonawalla said - is it a dharna or a spectacle
The MPs, suspended from the House for a week on allegations of creating ruckus in Parliament, are sitting on a 50-hour protest. These 20 MPs of the opposition have set up a stand in front of the
