Science & Health

AIIMS Delhi, Blockchain For Impact to advance biomedical innovation in India

AIIMS and BFI Unite to Combat Recurrent UTIs

AIIMS Delhi has partnered with Blockchain For Impact (BFI) to enhance biomedical research and innovation in India. The collaboration will focus on identifying potential markers for recurrent urinary tract infections (rUTI).

Dec 20, 2024

Single-use plastic bottles may be spreading antibiotic resistance: INST study

Scientists from the Institute of Nano Science and Technology (INST) Mohali, an autonomous institution of the Department of Science and Technology (DST), have found that nanoplastics derived from single-use plastic bottles (SUPBs) may be contributing to the spread of antibiotic resistance.

Dec 20, 2024

Second Mpox case detected in Kerala; health officials on high alert

With another person turning positive for Mpox on Wednesday, the total number of such cases in Kerala have reached two, forcing state health authorities onto a high alert.

Dec 19, 2024

SC tells UP, Haryana to ban crackers in NCR region to curb air pollution

The Supreme Court on Thursday asked the Uttar Pradesh and Haryana governments to impose a complete ban on firecrackers in the areas falling under the NCR region.

Dec 19, 2024

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

Walking 3,967 Steps A Day May Cut Death Risk From Any Cause: Study

Walking speed can predict metabolic health in obese people: Study

Walking speed can be a quick, equipment-free tool for identifying metabolic health risks among people with obesity, according to a study.

Dec 19, 2024

US California declares state of emergency over bird flu

California Governor Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency in response to the outbreak of Avian influenza A (H5N1), commonly known as bird flu, which has infected 34 people in the Golden State.

Dec 19, 2024

India Becomes Third Largest Pharma Market Globally

India's pharmaceutical industry, valued at $50 billion, is the third largest globally by volume, with a strong global presence and diversified product base. The Department of Pharmaceuticals has established seven National Institutes of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPERs) for high-end research and education.

Dec 19, 2024

Srinagar records season's coldest night at minus 6 degrees Celsius ahead of 'Chillai Kalan'

At minus 6 degrees Celsius on Thursday, Jammu and Kashmir's (J&K) Srinagar city recorded the lowest minimum temperature of the season so far as severe cold swept across the Valley.

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