Qurat Ul Ain

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1st malaria vaccine shows promise against rising cases: Report

Promising results for world's first Malaria vaccine RH5.1/Matrix-M: Report

The global fight against malaria has taken a significant leap forward with the development of the first blood-stage malaria vaccine, RH5.1/Matrix-M. According to a report released by GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, the vaccine has shown promising results and could play a crucial role in the evolving strategy against malaria. Dec 19, 2024
Mumbai ferry tragedy

Mumbai Maritime Tragedy: 13 Dead, Search On for 2 Missing in Arabian Sea

In a tragic maritime disaster off the coast of Mumbai, a speedboat belonging to the Indian Navy collided with a passenger ferry, resulting in the loss of 13 lives, including four naval personnel. The incident occurred on Wednesday evening near the Gateway of India in the Arabian Sea. Dec 19, 2024
Delhi-NCR on ventilator as air quality turns toxic

Delhi-NCR Battles Hazardous Air Quality Amid Winter Chill

Delhi along with its neighboring regions, is currently grappling with a severe air pollution crisis. The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has reported that the air quality in Delhi has plummeted to hazardous levels, with the average Air Quality Index (AQI) recorded at 448 at 7 A.M. on Thursday. Dec 19, 2024
EPFO

EPFO's Final Call: Employers Must Upload Wage Data by Jan 31 for Higher Pensions

The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has made a significant move by extending the deadline for employers to upload wage details for higher pensions. This final opportunity, announced on December 18, 2024, allows employers until January 31, 2025, to upload wage details for over 3.1 lakh pending applications for Pension on Higher Wages. Dec 18, 2024
R Ashwin retires from international cricket with immediate effect

Ashwin's Retirement: What preceded the announcement?

The announcement came at the end of the third Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test in Brisbane, which ended in a draw due to rain. Ashwin, in his post-match press conference, stated, "This will be my last day as an Indian cricketer in all formats at the international level. Dec 18, 2024
Bumrah becomes leading wicket-taker in WTC 2023-25 cycle

Bumrah Tops WTC 2023-25 Wicket-Taker's List with Impressive Performance

Indian pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah has made a significant mark in the ongoing ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2023-25 cycle. The 31-year-old cricketing sensation has surpassed his teammate and veteran spinner Ravichandran Ashwin to become the leading wicket-taker in the championship. Bumrah, who currently holds the No.1 position in the ICC Test bowler rankings, has taken an impressive 66 wickets in 13 Tests. Dec 18, 2024
Cure.fit

CureFit Suffers ₹888 Crore Loss in Financial Year 2024

The recent financial disclosure from CureFit, a leading fitness startup, has raised eyebrows in the business community. The company's consolidated loss for the fiscal year 2024 has seen a significant surge of 42%, amounting to Rs 888.5 crore, a substantial increase from Rs 625.5 crore in the previous fiscal year. This increase in losses is primarily attributed to the company's high cash burn rate. Dec 17, 2024
MSI begins laptop production at manufacturing facility in Chennai

MSI Launches Laptop Manufacturing Operations in Chennai

Leading electronics company MSI has announced the commencement of its India production with its first manufacturing facility now operational in Chennai. This development is in line with the objective of the "Make in India" initiative, a program designed to transform India into a global design and manufacturing hub. Dec 17, 2024
Google appoints Preeti Lobana as Country Manager, VP for India

Who is Preeti Lobana, Google India's new Vice President

Google has recently made a significant move by appointing Preeti Lobana as its new Country Manager and Vice President for India. Lobana, who has previously held leadership positions at NatWest Group, American Express, Standard Chartered Bank, and ANZ Grindlays Bank, will now be at the helm of Google India's sales and operations. Dec 16, 2024
Hyundai AutoEver, MapmyIndia establish navigation map joint venture

Hyundai AutoEver teams up with MapmyIndia to launch Navigation Mapping Venture

Hyundai AutoEver, the IT affiliate of Hyundai Motor Group, has joined forces with India's MapmyIndia. The strategic partnership aims to establish a joint venture named Terra Link Technologies. This venture is set to develop high-quality automotive navigation maps for Southeast Asia, a region experiencing rapid economic growth and a sharp rise in vehicle demand. Dec 16, 2024
Legendary Tabla Maestro Ustad Zakir Hussain Passes Away at 73 in US Hospital; Tributes Pour In

Remembering the legacy of Zakir Hussain: A musical pioneer

The world of music mourns the loss of a legend, Zakir Hussain, the tabla maestro who was instrumental in shaping the contemporary world music movement. His death was confirmed by Jon Bleicher, the PR representing his family. Hussain, a transcendent musician, succumbed to idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis in San Francisco at the age of 73. Dec 16, 2024
US: Bird flu virus detected in raw milk from dairy farm in California

Flu Virus Survives in Raw Milk, New Study Reveals

In a recent study conducted by Stanford University, scientists have issued a warning about the potential risks associated with the consumption of raw milk. The research, which has been published in the journal Environmental Science and Technology Letters, reveals that the influenza or flu virus can remain infectious in refrigerated raw milk for up to five days. Dec 15, 2024
Saudi Arabia to welcome FIFA World Cup 2034

Saudi Arabia Gears Up for Historic FIFA World Cup 2034

Saudi Arabia has been officially announced as the host country for the FIFA World Cup 2034, a first for the Middle Eastern nation. This historic announcement has sparked a wave of jubilant celebrations across the globe. Dec 12, 2024
Leh to host Khelo India Winter Games in Jan 2025

Khelo India Winter Games 2025: Leh and Gulmarg to Host

The Khelo India Winter Games (KIWG) is set to make a grand return in 2025, with Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh playing host. The games are scheduled to take place between January 23 and February 25, 2025. Ladakh will host the ice events from January 23 to 27, while Jammu & Kashmir will host the snow events from February 22 to 25. Dec 11, 2024
DRDO gets India's 1st green propulsion system

Indian Space Technology achieves milestone with DRDO's First Green Propulsion

India's Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has acquired the country's first green propulsion system, the iBooster. Developed by Mumbai-based deep-tech startup Manastu Space Technologies, the iBooster system is a revolutionary innovation designed specifically for satellites weighing between 100 and 500 kg. Dec 11, 2024
India's 1st robotic system SSI Mantra gets CDSCO nod for telesurgery & teleproctoring

India's First Robotic System SSI Mantra Approved by CDSCO for Telesurgery and Teleproctoring

India's healthcare sector has taken a significant leap forward with the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) granting regulatory approval to SSI Mantra, the country's first indigenously developed surgical robotic system. This approval, specifically for telesurgery and teleproctoring, marks a monumental advancement in the field of surgical robotics. Dec 10, 2024
Air India buying 100 more Airbus planes

Air India to expand fleet with 100 additional Airbus Aircraft

Air India has made a significant move that underscores the country's burgeoning aviation sector. On December 9, the airline confirmed the purchase of 100 additional Airbus aircraft. This order includes 10 widebody A350 and 90 narrowbody A320 aircraft, inclusive of A321neo. Dec 9, 2024
Jewar's Noida International Airport conducts first trial landing successfully

First Trial Landing at Jewar's Noida International Airport successful

The Noida International Airport in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh recently marked a significant milestone in India's aviation sector with its first-ever trial landing. The trial flight, originating from Delhi, landed at 1.30 p.m., carrying officials from the Airport Authority of India (AAI) and technical experts. Dec 9, 2024
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