Science & Health

Assam Floods: Death Toll Rises, Millions Affected

The devastating floods in Assam continue to wreak havoc, with the situation remaining critical. The calamity has claimed six more lives, bringing the death toll to 58. Over 23.96 lakh people across 29 districts of the state have been affected, with the Brahmaputra and several other rivers flowing above danger levels. Amid this crisis, Union Home Minister Amit Shah has assured Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma of the Centre's full assistance.

Jul 8, 2024

Nipah monoclonal antibody to undergo human trials in India, Bangladesh in 2025

A novel monoclonal antibody against the Nipah virus is set to undergo human clinical trials in India, and Bangladesh -- two countries that suffer Nipah outbreaks almost every year -- in 2025, according to a report on Thursday.

Jul 4, 2024

Death toll hits 180 in record floods in southern Brazil (representational photo)

Death toll hits 180 in record floods in Brazil; 32 people still missing [details]

At least 180 people have died from weeks of record flooding in southern Brazil's Rio Grande do Sul state and 32 people remain missing, said the civil defence agency.

Jul 4, 2024

California Wildfires Again: Thousands evacuated as heatwaves trigger 'Thompson Fire'

Wildfires spread in Northern California amid heatwaves, causing thousands to evacuate, officials have said.

Jul 4, 2024

Zika Virus cases on rise in Maharashtra; Here's how it can impact pregnancy, cause complications for the newborn babies

Pregnant women are severely at risk of Zika virus that can lead to severe complications, harming the baby in the womb, said doctors on Thursday as Zika cases rise to 8 in Maharashtra.

Jul 4, 2024

Lucknow grapples with rising animal bite cases; vets blame increasing dog population

Lucknow, a city known for its rich cultural heritage and historical significance, is currently grappling with a surge in animal bite cases. Veterinary doctors in the city have attributed this alarming rise to an increasing dog population, resource scarcity, and extreme heat conditions.

Jul 3, 2024

Centre sanctions Rs 576 crore for 4-laning highway in Karnataka

Govt's focus on non-polluting energy sources to boost private, public transport: Gadkari

As pollution has become a huge issue in India, the focus of the government is on promoting the use of non-polluting sources to power personal and public transportation, Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways

Jul 3, 2024

Dengue cases rise by 42% in K'taka: Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao

Karnataka has witnessed a rise of 42 per cent in dengue cases as compared to last year, Minister for Health Dinesh Gundu Rao said on Tuesday.

Jul 3, 2024

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

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Science & Health

Assam Floods: Death Toll Rises, Millions Affected

Nipah monoclonal antibody to undergo human trials in India, Bangladesh in 2025

Death toll hits 180 in record floods in Brazil; 32 people still missing [details]

California Wildfires Again: Thousands evacuated as heatwaves trigger 'Thompson Fire'

Zika Virus cases on rise in Maharashtra; Here's how it can impact pregnancy, cause complications for the newborn babies

Lucknow grapples with rising animal bite cases; vets blame increasing dog population

Govt's focus on non-polluting energy sources to boost private, public transport: Gadkari

Dengue cases rise by 42% in K'taka: Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao

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

Craving pani puri? Cancer-causing chemicals found in samples in Karnataka [read now]

Climate change can no longer be ignored, incorporate a green lifecycle: CJI

India to be part of citizen astronaut programme by SERA, Blue Origin

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

UN Proposes Sharing Genetic Resource Revenues to Support Conservation

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

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]