Qurat Ul Ain

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New Google India campus, one of its largest globally, set to build for the world

Google's Largest Indian Campus 'Ananta' Opens in Bengaluru

Google has demonstrated its commitment to India's growth with the inaugration of its new campus, 'Ananta', in Bengaluru. Ananta, which means 'infinite' or 'limitless' in Sanskrit, is a collaboration between Google India and a local development and design team. The campus embodies Google's latest thinking in workplace design and is one of the world's most ambitious ground-up developments. Feb 19, 2025
Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS)

Pune tightens RO regulations amid rising GBS cases

In response to the escalating Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) crisis, which has claimed nine lives in Pune city since its outbreak on January 5, the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) has issued stringent regulations for private reverse osmosis (RO) projects within its jurisdiction. The move comes after a 34-year-old man from Wagholi succumbed to the disease at Sassoon General Hospital, marking the ninth GBS fatality in the city. Feb 18, 2025
GBS outbreak: Mumbai reports first death

Mumbai records first GBS-related death: City's healthcare system on alert

Mumbai, the bustling metropolis of India, has reported its first death due to Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS), a rare neurological disorder. The deceased, a 53-year-old man from Wadala, was employed as a ward attendant at the Brihan Mumbai Municipal Corporation's VN Desai Hospital. His demise marks the first GBS-related fatality in the city. Feb 12, 2025
CDSCO grants license to India's 1st vaccine for cattle, buffalo

India's first vaccine against lumpy skin disease gets CDSCO nod; boon for vet healthcare

The Central Drug Standards Control Organization (CDSCO) has granted approval to Biolumpivaxin, India's first vaccine against lumpy skin disease (LSD) in dairy cattle and buffaloes. Developed by Biovet, a Bharat Biotech group company, this novel indigenous live-attenuated marker vaccine is set to revolutionize veterinary healthcare in India. Feb 10, 2025
Paytm sells entertainment ticketing business to Zomato for Rs 2,048 crore

Zomato's stock exchange rebranding: What you need to know

In a strategic move aimed at streamlining its diversified business portfolio, Zomato's board of directors has approved a significant rebranding effort, renaming the company 'Eternal'. This development, announced via a regulatory filing, marks a pivotal shift in the company's evolution, particularly following its acquisition of quick-commerce platform Blinkit." Feb 7, 2025
Apple launches Apple Invite: An ultimate event planning app for iPhone users

Apple launches Apple Invite: An ultimate event planning app for iPhone users

Apple has once again made headlines with the launch of a new application Apple Invites. This application, designed specifically for iPhone users, aims to simplify the process of creating custom invitations for any occasion, thereby fostering connections and bringing people together for special moments. Feb 5, 2025
WHO congratulates Guinea on eliminating human sleeping sickness

WHO congratulates Guinea on eliminating human sleeping sickness

The World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus has extended his congratulations to Guinea for successfully eliminating human African trypanosomiasis, commonly known as sleeping sickness. This neglected tropical disease has been a persistent health concern, particularly in Africa, and its eradication marks a significant achievement in the field of public health. Jan 30, 2025
Toxic air: CAQM imposes Stage 3 restrictions in Delhi-NCR

Toxic air: CAQM imposes Stage 3 restrictions in Delhi-NCR

Delhi and its surrounding regions are once again grappling with deteriorating air quality. The Air Quality Index (AQI), a standard measure of air pollution, has surged to 'Severe' levels, prompting the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) to re-impose Stage 3 of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) from Thursday. Jan 30, 2025
ISRO celebrates milestone with 100th launch of GSLV rocket, successfully deploys NVS-02 satellite

ISRO marks historic milestone with 100th GSLV launch and NVS-02 satellite deployment

Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully launched its 100th Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV) rocket, the GSLV-F15, from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota. The rocket, which lifted off at 6:23 a.m., carried the NVS-02 navigation satellite into space, marking another triumph for the nation's space program. Jan 29, 2025
Bumrah wins ICC Men's Test Cricketer of the Year award

Bumrah wins ICC Men's Test Cricketer of the Year 2024

Indian fast-bowler Jasprit Bumrah has been named the ICC Men's Test Cricketer of the Year for 2024. The 31-year-old cricketer took 71 wickets in 13 matches, earning him this prestigious accolade. Bumrah's achievement is not just a personal triumph but also a moment of national pride, as he becomes the fourth Indian bowler to take more than 70 Test wickets in a calendar year, following in the illustrious footsteps of Ravichandran Ashwin, Anil Kumble, and Kapil Dev. Jan 27, 2025
Smriti Mandhana wins ICC Women's ODI Cricketer of the Year award

Smriti Mandhana wins second ICC Women's ODI Cricketer of the Year award

India vice-captain Smriti Mandhana has once again made her country proud by winning the esteemed ICC Women's ODI Cricketer of the Year award for 2024. This is the second time she has been honored with this award, the first being in 2018. The announcement was made on January 27, 2025, and saw Mandhana outshine other notable contenders such as Australia's all-rounder Annabel Sutherland, Sri Lanka's captain Chamari Athapaththu, and South Africa's skipper Laura Wolvaardt. Jan 27, 2025
Supreme Court

Supreme Court to consider admission of Rohingya refugee children in MCD schools

The Supreme Court has taken a significant step towards addressing the educational rights of Rohingya refugee children. The bench, comprising Justices Surya Kant and NK Singh, is hearing a special leave petition against the Delhi High Court's refusal to direct the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) to admit Rohingya refugee children from Myanmar into local schools. Jan 27, 2025
No new ED notice, clarifies Paytm as shares drop

Paytm denies new ED notice as stock prices take a hit

Paytm has clarified that it has not received any new notice from the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in relation to an ongoing investigation into a cryptocurrency scam. This clarification comes in response to emails sent by the stock exchanges seeking information about the alleged ED investigation. Jan 24, 2025
J&K's Rajouri village declared containment zone amid mysterious death scare

J&K's Rajouri village declared containment zone as mysterious deaths grip residents

The Budhaal village in Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri district has been declared a containment zone following a series of mysterious deaths. The decision was made under section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) by the District Magistrate of Rajouri, in response to growing health concerns in the area. Since December 8, 2024, the village has witnessed the tragic demise of 17 locals, including 11 children. Jan 22, 2025
Centre notifies new Income-Tax Rules for non-resident cruise ship operators

CBDT amends rules, introduces Presumptive Taxation for non-resident cruise ship operators

The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has notified amendments in the Income-Tax Rules. These amendments prescribe conditions for the applicability of a presumptive taxation regime for non-resident cruise ship operators. This development, announced on January 22, 2025, is part of the government's broader strategy to promote investment and employment in the country. Jan 22, 2025
Justice DK Upadhyay sworn in as Chief Justice of Delhi HC

Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya Takes Oath As Delhi High Court's new Chief Justice

Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya was sworn in as the Chief Justice of the Delhi High Court on January 21, 2025, marking a significant development in the Indian judiciary. The oath of office was administered by Lt. Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena at a ceremony held at Raj Nivas. The event was graced by the presence of Chief Minister Atishi, puisne judges, and other dignitaries. Jan 21, 2025
Study shows fatty muscles raise heart disease risk regardless of BMI

Fat Deposits in Muscles Linked to Higher Heart Disease Risks

A study has revealed a new risk factor for heart disease that transcends traditional measures such as body mass index (BMI). The research, led by Professor Viviany Taqueti, Director of the Cardiac Stress Laboratory at Brigham and Women's Hospital, US, has found that individuals with fat deposits within their muscles are at a higher risk of heart disease, irrespective of their BMI. Jan 20, 2025
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