Science & Health

Dense fog grips Delhi-NCR; IMD predicts light rain

A thick layer of fog enveloped Delhi-NCR on Saturday morning, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicting cloudy skies and light rain in the region.

Jan 11, 2025

Global diagnosed HIV prevalence to reach over 2.2 mn in 2033: Report

The diagnosed prevalent cases of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) are projected to increase globally at an annual growth rate (AGR) of 0.90 per cent from 2.00 million in 2023 to 2.18 million in 2033, according to a report on Friday.

Jan 10, 2025

America's wildfire risk: More people living in harm's way

The rapid spread of wildfires across the Los Angeles region has forced thousands of residents to evacuate their homes. The two main blazes, the Palisades and Eaton fires, have been fueled by weather conditions, and their origins are still under investigation. These areas, known as the wildland-urban interface (WUI), are becoming increasingly dangerous as climate change fuels more intense fires.

Jan 10, 2025

IMD warns of rain, hailstorm in parts of Rajasthan

The India Meteorological Department has forecast rain and hailstorms in around 15 districts of Rajasthan on Friday.

Jan 10, 2025

150 flights, 26 trains delayed as dense fog envelops Delhi-NCR reducing visibility

Dense fog enveloped parts of the Delhi-National Capital Region (NCR) on Friday, reducing visibility to zero and affecting flight and train operations. The reduced visibility in Delhi-NCR delayed more than 150 flights for an average 41 minutes and about 26 trains.

Jan 10, 2025

Intense cold wave sweeps J&K; further drop in night temperatures likely

A cold wave continued to sweep across Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) as Srinagar recorded minus 4.3 and Pahalgam minus 10 degrees celsius as the minimum temperature.

Jan 10, 2025

Nagaland's HIV/AIDS adult prevalence rate much higher than national average: Survey

The HIV/AIDS adult (15 to 49 years) prevalence rate in Nagaland is 1.36 per cent, which is much higher than the national prevalence rate of 0.2 per cent, the state's Economic Survey 2023-24 said.

Jan 9, 2025

Indian-origin researcher finds gene behind autism and seizures

A team of researchers, led by Indian-origin neuroscientist Viji Santhakumar, has found a gene that contributes to the development of behavioural changes associated with autism spectrum disorder and epilepsy.

Jan 9, 2025

Women more likely than men to live for 5 years after lung transplant: Study

Women who receive a lung transplant are more likely than men to live for five years post-transplant, according to new research.

Jan 9, 2025

Delhi sees sharp drop in temperature, records 6.4 degrees Celsius

Delhi experienced a significant drop in temperature on Thursday, as cold wave conditions and inclement weather enveloped the city.

Jan 9, 2025

Clear night sky pushes temperature further down in J&K

Due to clear night sky, minimum temperature dropped across Jammu and Kashmir as Srinagar city recorded minus 4.4 degrees Celsius.

Jan 9, 2025

Body recovered from inundated coal mine in Assam's Umrangso

The body of one of the trapped labourers in a coal mine in Umrangso locality in Assam's Dima Hasao district was recovered by the para divers, said Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday.

Jan 8, 2025

No relief in air quality; capital shivers at 5 degrees

According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Delhi is bracing for a sharp dip in temperatures and severe weather conditions as a cold wave is expected to hit the national capital in the second week of January.

Jan 8, 2025

HMPV: Centre urges States to review surveillance on respiratory illnesses

Amid the rise in Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases in India, the Centre on Tuesday asked the States to review surveillance on respiratory illnesses in the country.

Jan 7, 2025

Dense fog envelopes Delhi; Flights, trains face continued delays

The national capital was enveloped in thick fog on Tuesday, affecting visibility and exacerbating winter challenges.The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported a temperature of 11.6 degrees Celcius in Delhi at 5:30 a.m., with a minimum forecast of 8 degrees Celcius and a maximum of 19 degrees Celcius for the day.

Jan 7, 2025