India

Study discovers gene that can prevent autism

ASD Breakthrough: Gene Discovery Sheds New Light on Autism Spectrum Disorder

Scientists at Rockefeller University have identified a gene, Astrotactin 2 (ASTN2), that could potentially prevent autism. Defects in the ASTN2 protein disrupt neural circuitry in the cerebellum, affecting children with neurodevelopmental conditions. The absence of ASTN2 in mice led to autism-like behaviors and changes in the cerebellum, reinforcing its role in cognitive functions. Future research will focus on examining human cerebellar cells with ASTN2 mutations and investigating other autism-linked genes.

Aug 18, 2024

WHO declares mpox an emergency; 13 African countries, Sweden & Pakistan report cases: Time to panic?

Last week, the Africa CDC reported that the virus has spread to at least 13 African countries and the infected numbers are up by 160 per cent compared to the same period last year, while the deaths increased by 19%.

Aug 18, 2024

Newly appointed J&K Cong chief; ready to contest Assembly polls [details]

After the appointment of Karra as the new president of J&K, many leaders of the Democratic Progressive Azad Party (DPAP) of Ghulam Nabi Azad are going to rejoin the Congress party.

Aug 18, 2024

Apni Party vice-president Zulfikar Ali to join BJP on Sunday

Within minutes after Zulfikar Ali shared his picture with Union Home Minister Amit Shah, the BJP announced that he would join the party on Sunday.

Aug 17, 2024

NC leaders urge Omar to reconsider his decision not to contest Assembly poll

The campaign to convince Omar Abdullah to contest the Assembly election started after the former Chief Minister on Friday hinted to rethink his earlier decision of not contesting elections till J&K remains a UT.

Aug 17, 2024

PM Modi gives clarion call for Global South to unite amid challenges in new world order

Modi Urges Global South to Unite As New World Challenges Emerge

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi calls for unity among Global South countries amid world challenges.

Aug 17, 2024

Non-Muslim children cannot be enrolled in Madarsas, says MP Govt

The government of Madhya Pradesh has said that Madaras and schools enrolled under Madara boards that receive funds from the state cannot force children to participate in "religious education."

Aug 17, 2024

Karnataka CM, ministers to hold protest in Delhi

Congress top brass stands behind Karnataka CM as Guv gives nod to prosecute him

Congress high command dialled Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Saturday after Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot accorded sanction to prosecute him in the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) land scam.

Aug 17, 2024

20 coaches of Sabarmati Express derail in UP, no casualties reported

At least 20 coaches of the Sabarmati Express passenger train derailed in Uttar Pradesh early Saturday morning

Aug 17, 2024

Closely monitoring monkeypox situation, no new reported cases in India

India Begins Proactive Measures Against Possible Monkeypox Outbreak

A task force has been formed to manage the situation, with guidelines issued for the management of Monkeypox cases. The government remains vigilant and prepared, drawing lessons from past public health emergencies.

Aug 17, 2024

Section of Bihar's under construction Sultanganj-Aguwani Ghat bridge falls into Ganga yet again

Bihar's under construction Sultanganj-Aguwani Ghat bridge collapses into Ganga river again

In a huge embarrassment for the Chief Minister Nitish Kumar-led Bihar government on Saturday, a section of the superstructure of the under construction Sultanganj-Aguwani Ghat bridge collapsed and fell into the Ganga River yet again.

Aug 17, 2024

Number of Chandipura virus cases rises to four in Rajasthan, 74 tested for infection

Chandipura virus cases rise in Rajasthan, 74 tested for infection, 4 positive

The deadly Chandipura virus is spreading across Rajasthan as the number of people infected by it has increased to four, while 74 people are suspected to be infected by it.

Aug 17, 2024

Telangana MLA Harish Rao's office in Siddipet vandalised; BRS blames Cong

Telangana MLA Harish Rao's office in Siddipet attacked; BRS blames Congress

Some unidentified persons vandalised the office of BRS legislator and former Telangana minister, T Harish Rao, in Siddipet town in the early hours of Saturday.

Aug 17, 2024

Released after marathon grilling, ex-principal of RG Kar Medical College arrives at CBI office again

Ex-principal of RG Kar Medical College arrives at CBI office again for 2nd round of grilling

Former controversial principal of state-run R.G. Kar Medical College & Hospital, Dr Sandip Ghosh, arrived again at the CBI's Salt Lake office on Saturday after being interrogated for several hours till late Friday night in connection with the ghastly rape and murder of a junior doctor last week.

Aug 17, 2024

Controversial report on conditions of women in Malayalam film industry delayed

Report on conditions of women in Malayalam film industry delayed after Ranjini's PIL

Just hours before the controversial Justice K. Hema Committee Report on the conditions of women working in the Malayalam film industry was to be released on Saturday, the Kerala government has decided to delay it.

Aug 17, 2024

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ASD Breakthrough: Gene Discovery Sheds New Light on Autism Spectrum Disorder

WHO declares mpox an emergency; 13 African countries, Sweden & Pakistan report cases: Time to panic?

Newly appointed J&K Cong chief; ready to contest Assembly polls [details]

Apni Party vice-president Zulfikar Ali to join BJP on Sunday

NC leaders urge Omar to reconsider his decision not to contest Assembly poll

Modi Urges Global South to Unite As New World Challenges Emerge

Non-Muslim children cannot be enrolled in Madarsas, says MP Govt

Congress top brass stands behind Karnataka CM as Guv gives nod to prosecute him

20 coaches of Sabarmati Express derail in UP, no casualties reported

India Begins Proactive Measures Against Possible Monkeypox Outbreak

Bihar's under construction Sultanganj-Aguwani Ghat bridge collapses into Ganga river again

Chandipura virus cases rise in Rajasthan, 74 tested for infection, 4 positive

Telangana MLA Harish Rao's office in Siddipet attacked; BRS blames Congress

Ex-principal of RG Kar Medical College arrives at CBI office again for 2nd round of grilling

Report on conditions of women in Malayalam film industry delayed after Ranjini's PIL

Ranveer Singh touches Sanjay Leela Bhansali's feet; Sara Ali Khan, Aditi Rao Hydari radiate in ethnic outfits at reception

Omar lambasts "arrogant" Congress after BJP's historic victory; Mehbooba reacts [details]

BJP leads in 53 seats, crosses majority mark in Chhattisgarh