India

New Mpox strain poses a notable risk to children: Experts

Mpox Cases Continue at Low Levels, Vaccination Efforts Intensify

The global outbreak of Clade II mpox, primarily spread through intimate contact, continues with a survival rate of over 99%. The CDC suggests that two doses of the mpox vaccine can prevent the disease, and the antiviral drug TPOXX is being tested for treatment.

Sep 9, 2024

BJP should look at its own record: TS Singh Deo on charges of Rahul maligning nation abroad

TS Singh Deo, the former Chhattisgarh Deputy CM, responding to BJP's charges of Rahul Gandhi maligning the country on foreign soil on Monday, asked the ruling party to look at its own record before launching diatribes at its rivals.

Sep 9, 2024

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) for 240 aero engines (AL-31FP) for Su-30 MKI aircraft defence

Centre signs Rs 26,000 cr contract with HAL for 240 aero engines

In a boost for local defence manufacturing, the Centre on Monday signed a Rs 26,000 crore contract with the Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) for 240 aero engines (AL-31FP) for Su-30 MKI aircraft.

Sep 9, 2024

Sex video case: Karnataka HC adjourns Prajwal Revanna's bail plea till Sep 12

Karnataka High Court on Monday adjourned hearing on the bail plea of former JD(S) MP Prajwal Revanna in connection with the sex video scandal.

Sep 9, 2024

Semicon India 2024: Uttar Pradesh gears up for major semiconductor event

Uttar Pradesh as a key player in semiconductor manufacturing, the Yogi Adityanath-led government is set to host Semicon India 2024 at the India Expo Mart in Greater Noida from September 11 to 13

Sep 9, 2024

Economic Resurgence India's Path to Becoming the World's Third Largest Economy

India's economy, the world's sixth-largest, saw a GDP growth fall to a five-quarter low of 6.7% in the first quarter of FY25. Despite the slowdown, the manufacturing and construction sectors show growth, with potential for a rebound in the farm sector.

Sep 9, 2024

Indians love beating Australia in any form of cricket, says Usman Khawaja

As the Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) draws near, veteran left-handed opener Usman Khawaja has acknowledged the fact that the Indian team takes great joy in defeating Australia in cricket, regardless of the format, while reflecting on historic rivalry that has only intensified over recent years.

Sep 9, 2024

Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC)

LIC's new business premium up 35 pc to Rs 19,309 crore in Aug

LIC of India saw surge in its new business premium for the month of August in the same month last year.

Sep 9, 2024

CM Nitish Kumar inaugurates mobile veterinary unit, call centre

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar inaugurated the Mobile Veterinary Treatment Unit (MVTU) and a dedicated call centre on Monday to provide care for pet animals in remote villages and help rural families.

Sep 9, 2024

RSV vax beneficial, cost-effective in elderly with health conditions: Study

Administering the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) in older adults with underlying health conditions may be a cost-effective way to reduce disease

Sep 9, 2024

India's defence export projected to grow at 18 pc by 2030: Report

India's defence export is estimated to grow at 18 per cent CAGR (compound annual growth rate) from FY24-FY30, driven by the 'Make in India' initiative and thrust on local manufacturing.

Sep 9, 2024

PM Modi holds bilateral talks with Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held bilateral discussions with the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan

Sep 9, 2024

Kuwait Emir accepts Oil Minister's resignation, appoints Finance Minister as acting oil chief

Kuwaiti Emir Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah accepted the resignation of Deputy Prime Minister and Oil Minister Imad Mohammad Al-Atiqi, according to the Kuwait News Agency (KUNA).

Sep 9, 2024

Integrating health management systems key to boost data efficiency: Health Secy

Integrating the Health Management Information System (HMIS) portal with Reproductive and Child Health (RCH) and other portals of the Health Ministry may help boost data efficiency.

Sep 9, 2024