Glossary of the day - 25 October 2026

Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS): The technical arm of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare in India, responsible for issuing clinical standards, medical equipment guidelines, and public health directives.

$PM_{2.5}$ (Fine Particulate Matter): Atmospheric particulate matter that has a diameter of less than 2.5 micrometers (about 3% the diameter of a human hair). Fine particles can settle deep into lungs and enter the bloodstream, carrying heavy metals and microplastics.

Mission Mausam: A national administrative initiative aimed at enhancing India's meteorological observational capabilities, weather forecasting precision, and advanced air quality analytics.

IMD Red Warning: The highest level of weather advisory issued by the India Meteorological Department. It commands immediate administrative action and disaster response deployment in anticipation of extremely heavy rainfall or severe cyclonic hazards.

Jointness in Operations: A military doctrine emphasizing integrated tactical planning, operational synergy, and combined deployment among the Army, Navy, and Air Force.