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Avian flu virus may be more infectious to humans from cattle than from birds: research

The H5N1 highly pathogenic avian flu virus may be more infectious to humans if passed on from cattle than directly from birds, local media reported, citing a team of researchers in Japan.

Jul 13, 2024

India has 1/5th of global population; must work towards population stabilisation: Union Minister Nadda

Highlighting that one-fifth of the global population resides in India, Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare Jagat Prakash Nadda on Thursday stressed the need to reaffirm and recommit to work towards population stabilisation.

Jul 12, 2024

New tool to predict nerve damage from breast cancer treatment

Swedish researchers have developed a novel tool that can predict the risk level of nerve damage in each individual from breast cancer treatment.

Jul 9, 2024

UP govt waives off road tax on hybrid cars to boost green transportation

In a key step to boost green transportation and adoption of eco-friendly vehicles, the Uttar Pradesh government has announced a waiver of road tax on hybrid cars.

Jul 9, 2024

You are not maharajas but public servants, contain dengue cases, Siddaramaiah tells DCs

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Monday lashed out at the state's Deputy Commissioners (DCs) and Chief Executive Officers (CEOs), reminding them that they are not maharajas but public servants and warning them that if the spread of dengue cases is not contained, higher officers will also be held responsible for negligence and apathy.

Jul 8, 2024

Nipah monoclonal antibody to undergo human trials in India, Bangladesh in 2025

A novel monoclonal antibody against the Nipah virus is set to undergo human clinical trials in India, and Bangladesh -- two countries that suffer Nipah outbreaks almost every year -- in 2025, according to a report on Thursday.

Jul 4, 2024

Death toll hits 180 in record floods in southern Brazil (representational photo)

Death toll hits 180 in record floods in Brazil; 32 people still missing [details]

At least 180 people have died from weeks of record flooding in southern Brazil's Rio Grande do Sul state and 32 people remain missing, said the civil defence agency.

Jul 4, 2024

California Wildfires Again: Thousands evacuated as heatwaves trigger 'Thompson Fire'

Wildfires spread in Northern California amid heatwaves, causing thousands to evacuate, officials have said.

Jul 4, 2024

Zika Virus cases on rise in Maharashtra; Here's how it can impact pregnancy, cause complications for the newborn babies

Pregnant women are severely at risk of Zika virus that can lead to severe complications, harming the baby in the womb, said doctors on Thursday as Zika cases rise to 8 in Maharashtra.

Jul 4, 2024

Centre sanctions Rs 576 crore for 4-laning highway in Karnataka

Govt's focus on non-polluting energy sources to boost private, public transport: Gadkari

As pollution has become a huge issue in India, the focus of the government is on promoting the use of non-polluting sources to power personal and public transportation, Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways

Jul 3, 2024

Dengue cases rise by 42% in K'taka: Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao

Karnataka has witnessed a rise of 42 per cent in dengue cases as compared to last year, Minister for Health Dinesh Gundu Rao said on Tuesday.

Jul 3, 2024

Bihar Government to Introduce MBBS Course in Hindi from Next Academic Session

The Bihar government has decided to offer MBBS course to students in Hindi starting the next academic session, state

Jul 3, 2024

Craving pani puri? Cancer-causing chemicals found in samples in Karnataka [read now]

Love to binge on pani puri? Beware, eating pani puri laden with artificial colours may increase your risk of various cancers and asthma amongst a host of other health issues, according to an expert on Tuesday.

Jul 2, 2024

Climate change can no longer be ignored, incorporate a green lifecycle: CJI

Stressing to incorporate a green lifestyle into daily lives, Chief Justice of India (CJI) D.Y. Chandrachud on Tuesday said that climate change can no longer be ignored.

Jul 2, 2024

India to be part of citizen astronaut programme by SERA, Blue Origin

In a bid to democratise space, US-based Space Exploration and Research Agency (SERA) and Blue Origin on Monday announced India as a partner nation in their human spaceflight programme.

Jul 1, 2024

Air Pollution And Respiratory Problems During Diwali

Children exposed to air pollution may face ling health risk later: Study

Early-life exposure to air pollution may have a direct effect on lung health later in life, reveals a study on Friday that underlines the need to reduce pollution.

Jun 28, 2024

Breakthrough in breast cancer treatment: This new drug targets and destroys hard-to-treat tumors

Using breast cancer cell's weakness against themselves, UK scientists developed a cell-killing drug that can destroy hard-to-treat tumors.

May 22, 2024

Supermoon 2022 dates; biggest supermoon to be sighted on July 13 [details inside]

By the evening of Wednesday, as evening twilight ends (at 9.44 p.m. EDT), the full moon will appear 5 degrees above the southeastern horizon, NASA said.

Jul 11, 2022

Can't stick to your diet? Then don't, says Lavleen Kaur, North India's most trusted dietitian

Consulting nutritionists and dieticians is only seen as a solution when you are diagnosed with problems such as cholesterol, heart disease or diabetes

Jun 6, 2020

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Medical tourism network MediBiz Ayur Home inaugurated in Kerala

MediBiz Ayur Home, the first Indian medical tourism network in Varkala was inaugurated on October 8.

Oct 13, 2017

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Articles by IBT Science Desk

Avian flu virus may be more infectious to humans from cattle than from birds: research

India has 1/5th of global population; must work towards population stabilisation: Union Minister Nadda

New tool to predict nerve damage from breast cancer treatment

UP govt waives off road tax on hybrid cars to boost green transportation

You are not maharajas but public servants, contain dengue cases, Siddaramaiah tells DCs

Nipah monoclonal antibody to undergo human trials in India, Bangladesh in 2025

Death toll hits 180 in record floods in Brazil; 32 people still missing [details]

California Wildfires Again: Thousands evacuated as heatwaves trigger 'Thompson Fire'

Zika Virus cases on rise in Maharashtra; Here's how it can impact pregnancy, cause complications for the newborn babies

Govt's focus on non-polluting energy sources to boost private, public transport: Gadkari

Dengue cases rise by 42% in K'taka: Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao

Bihar Government to Introduce MBBS Course in Hindi from Next Academic Session

Craving pani puri? Cancer-causing chemicals found in samples in Karnataka [read now]

Climate change can no longer be ignored, incorporate a green lifecycle: CJI

India to be part of citizen astronaut programme by SERA, Blue Origin

Children exposed to air pollution may face ling health risk later: Study

Breakthrough in breast cancer treatment: This new drug targets and destroys hard-to-treat tumors

Supermoon 2022 dates; biggest supermoon to be sighted on July 13 [details inside]

Can't stick to your diet? Then don't, says Lavleen Kaur, North India's most trusted dietitian

Medical tourism network MediBiz Ayur Home inaugurated in Kerala

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

Ranbir Kapoor's fans burst crackers inside theatres during Animal screening; fans say 'low budget Salman Khan' fans'