Congress

Congress plans bold reforms after humiliating J&K Assembly defeat

Following its worst-ever electoral performance in the J&K Assembly elections, the Congress faces growing internal dissent. Party leaders are under pressure to remove non-performing seniors and usher in younger, more dynamic leadership to restore its lost glory. Nov 23, 2024
Kerala High Court

Kerala HC slams Vijayan govt for joining Opposition in calling Wayanad shutdown

The Kerala High Court on Friday slammed the Pinarayi Vijayan government for joining the Congress-led opposition to call for a shutdown in the Wayanad district on November 19 to protest the Centre's alleged reluctance in granting additional assistance for rehabilitation works in wake of the devastating landslide that washed away four villages in the district in July. Nov 22, 2024
No engagement with Adani Group, claims baseless: BJD

No engagement with Adani Group, claims baseless: BJD

Odisha's former ruling Biju Janata Dal (BJD) on Friday clarified the power purchase agreements (PPAs) in the state with the Adani Group, saying that claims being made regarding the state are "baseless and incorrect". Nov 22, 2024
Air pollution is contributing to cancers in India

Can severe air pollution affect weight gain and hormonal health?

Amid poor air quality in the national capital, doctors on Friday warned that the air pollutants, besides causing respiratory and cardiovascular issues, can also lead to weight gain, contribute to rising obesity rates, and also affect hormonal health. Nov 22, 2024
Advanced H5N1 kit to help in early, rapid detection of bird flu

Advanced H5N1 kit to help in early, rapid detection of bird flu

Amid rising threats of bird flu killing hundreds of birds and also spilling over to some mammals and even humans, a global research team on Friday announced Steadfast, an advanced diagnostic kit for detecting the highly pathogenic H5N1 Avian Influenza Virus (AIV). Nov 22, 2024