Science & Health

Beware of Manchurian, cotton candy & now Pani Puri; foods that miserably failed K'taka safety checks

Out of the 260 samples collected, artificial colors and carcinogenic agents were found in as many as 41 samples pf Pani Puri. Whereas other 18 samples were also found unfit for human consumption

Jul 2, 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

Use of AI for self-prescription poses risk to human life, warn doctors

Use of Artificial Intelligence (IA) for self-diagnosis and prescription poses significant risk to human life, warn healthcare professionals.

Jul 1, 2024

UN Proposes Sharing Genetic Resource Revenues to Support Conservation

The UN has proposed sharing revenues from genetic resources to support communities preserving nature. The proposals could generate up to $10 billion from sectors heavily reliant on digital sequence information.

Jul 1, 2024

Monsoon Season spurs Dengue surge, K'taka tops with 5,374 cases, 5 deaths

The monsoon season, a period of relief from the sweltering heat, has also brought a surge in dengue cases in various parts of India, including Karnataka, Kerala, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, and Maharashtra.

Jun 30, 2024

Apple Intelligence: Revolutionizing AI with Privacy; Coming to your iPhones soon

Apple is introducing 'Apple Intelligence', a new AI system, to its devices, aiming to revolutionize user experiences. The system leverages Private Cloud Compute, ensuring users' data remains secure while benefiting from AI.

Jun 29, 2024

World Bank Boosts India's Green Energy Transition with $1.5bn Financing

The World Bank has approved a $1.5 billion package to aid India's low-carbon energy reforms. The financing will primarily support the production of green hydrogen and electrolysers.

Jun 29, 2024

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

Rain wreaks havoc, submerges Delhi-NCR, breaks 88-year-old record

Heavy rainfall in Delhi-NCR that started on Thursday, led to widespread waterlogging and severe traffic jams on Friday morning.

Jun 28, 2024

Cardiovascular health risk may pose greater threat to future dementia cases: Study

A UCL study reveals cardiovascular health risks may pose a greater threat to future dementia cases than smoking. Hypertension emerged as the greatest dementia risk factor, suggesting the need for targeted action for dementia prevention.

Jun 27, 2024

Delhi-NCR relieved from intense heat after rains

Parts of the Delhi-NCR on Thursday received rain, bringing relief from the prevailing hot and humid conditions.

Jun 27, 2024

Govt amends 50-year-old rule on surrogacy, Govt employees to get 6-month leave

Female government employees opting for surrogacy for childbirth can now avail up to six months or 180 days of maternity leave according to new amendments by the Centre to the 50-year-old rule.

Jun 26, 2024

Being lonely for long may raise stroke risk in elderly, new study finds

Older adults who remain lonely for a prolonged period may be at 56 per cent higher risk of suffering a stroke, according to a new study

Jun 25, 2024