Science & Health

Covid impact: Babies exposed to Covid in womb at risk of neurodevelopmental changes

Babies born to mothers who suffered from Covid-19 during pregnancy seem to exhibit differences in neurodevelopmental outcomes at six weeks, according to a preliminary analysis.

Jun 6, 2022

Diabetes, a silent disease with life-threatening complications

Why not all obese patients develop diabetes [Details]

Obesity, often a result of eating too much fat and sugar in combination with low physical activity, is known as a key factor for developing Type 2 diabetes. However, some obese people do not develop the disease that affect millions globally. Turns out their gut bacteria have a role to play.

Jun 6, 2022

After Biden's wishes, Musk says SpaceX to build 1,000 Starships akin to Noah's Ark to transport life to Mars

Billionaire Elon Musk on Monday said his space venture SpaceX aims to build over 1,000 Starships to transport life to Mars.

Jun 6, 2022

New smartphone app to detect jaundice in babies shows promise

A smartphone app that identifies severe jaundice in newborn babies by scanning their eyes could be a life-saver in areas that lack access to expensive screening devices, suggests a study.

Jun 4, 2022

Wildlife: Tanzania plans to introduce 30 white rhinos to boost conservation

Tanzanian wildlife authorities said plans are underway to relocate 30 white rhinos from South Africa in efforts aimed at boosting conservation of the rare animals, as well as tourism.

Jun 4, 2022

Covid Update: Scientists identify new coronavirus commonly found in rodents [Details]

Swedish scientists have identified a new coronavirus commonly found in red-backed voles -- small, stocky rodents similar to field mice.

Jun 4, 2022

Woman implanted with 3D-printed ear made from her own cells; This implant especially for microtia patients

A 20-year-old woman has become the first in the world to get a human ear implant with a 3D-printed technology that uses her own cells.

Jun 3, 2022

Covid concerns grip India as country reports 4,041 new cases, 10 deaths in 24 hrs

India on Friday reported an increase of 4,041 fresh Covid cases in the last 24 hours, against the 3,712 infections registered the previous day, according to the Union Health Ministry.

Jun 3, 2022

Health Byte: Why 5 minutes of sun makes your mood better

Being in the sun for more than 15 years now, and I encourage people to go out and stay under the sun, with no distractions - Radhika Iyer

Jun 3, 2022

K'taka health minister reports Covid positive as state logs in 297 new cases in 24 hrs

Karnataka reported 297 new Covid cases in the last 24 hours with no deaths but the positivity rate has increased to 1.45 per cent.

Jun 3, 2022

Country's first liquid mirror telescope comes up in Uttarakhand

The first liquid mirror telescope in the country and the largest in Asia - commissioned atop Devasthal, a hill in Uttarakhand - will now keep a watch on the overhead sky to identify transient or variable objects such as supernovae, gravitational lenses, space debris, and asteroids.

Jun 2, 2022

Shark antibodies may help fight Covid: Study

Sharks, known as ancient predators with prehistoric immune systems, may be key to developing effective Covid-19 treatments, suggests a study.

Jun 2, 2022

Significant koala population found living in "Kosciuszko National Park", Australia

Australian researchers have discovered a previously unknown koala population in a major boost to conservation efforts.

Jun 2, 2022

A health worker shows a vial of Covaxin dose of Covid-19 vaccine t

India reports slight rise in Covid-19 cases, logs in 3,712 infections in 24 hours

India on Thursday reported an increase of 3,712 fresh Covid cases from 2,745 registered the previous day

Jun 2, 2022

Over 64 % tourists increase in Assam's Kaziranga national park, revenue collection doubled

Over 64% tourists' increase in Assam's Kaziranga national park, India's seventh UNESCO world heritage site

Assam's Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve (KNPTR), India's seventh Unesco world heritage site, received a tourist footfall of a little over 2.75 lakh -- over 64 per cent more than previous year -- generating a revenue of Rs 6 crore during 2021-2022, an all-time record collection.

Jun 1, 2022

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Science & Health

Covid impact: Babies exposed to Covid in womb at risk of neurodevelopmental changes

Why not all obese patients develop diabetes [Details]

After Biden's wishes, Musk says SpaceX to build 1,000 Starships akin to Noah's Ark to transport life to Mars

New smartphone app to detect jaundice in babies shows promise

Wildlife: Tanzania plans to introduce 30 white rhinos to boost conservation

Covid Update: Scientists identify new coronavirus commonly found in rodents [Details]

Woman implanted with 3D-printed ear made from her own cells; This implant especially for microtia patients

Covid concerns grip India as country reports 4,041 new cases, 10 deaths in 24 hrs

Health Byte: Why 5 minutes of sun makes your mood better

K'taka health minister reports Covid positive as state logs in 297 new cases in 24 hrs

Country's first liquid mirror telescope comes up in Uttarakhand

Shark antibodies may help fight Covid: Study

Significant koala population found living in "Kosciuszko National Park", Australia

India reports slight rise in Covid-19 cases, logs in 3,712 infections in 24 hours

Over 64% tourists' increase in Assam's Kaziranga national park, India's seventh UNESCO world heritage site

Time for India to follow suit? France, Germany, Netherlands, US banned use of EVMs [here's why]

Dhanush's Captain Miller has no buyers in Telugu states? Here's why

Deepika Padukone is a sight to behold in velvet gown; attends Academy Museum Gala with Selena Gomez, Dua Lip [see pics]