Science & Health

India offers high treatment coverage against TB: WHO

India's Strides and Struggles in TB Treatment Coverage

India has achieved over 80% TB treatment coverage in 2023, despite the high cost and long duration of therapy. The country reported 28 lakh TB cases in 2023, accounting for 26% of the global TB burden, the highest globally. Nov 1, 2024
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CDC links McDonald's Onions to E. coli outbreak in the US

The fast-food industry has been rocked by a recent development from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The health agency has identified fresh, slivered onions served at McDonald's as the likely source of an E. coli outbreak in the United States. Oct 31, 2024
Telangana bans egg-based mayonnaise

Telangana Imposes Year-Long Ban on Egg-Based Mayonnaise, Here's Why

Telangana government has imposed a ban on the production, storage, and sale of mayonnaise prepared from raw eggs. The ban, which came into effect on October 30, 2024, will last for a year. This decision was taken in response to several instances of food poisoning linked to the consumption of this popular condiment. Oct 31, 2024
INST scientists develop anti-counterfeiting ink

Anti-Counterfeit Ink Developed by INST Scientists

Scientists at the Institute of Nano Science and Technology (INST) have created a novel ink designed to combat counterfeiting. This innovative ink is aimed at preventing the duplication of currency, certificates, branded goods, and medicines. Oct 30, 2024
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Diwali engulfs Delhi as Air Quality Dips to 'Poor'

As the festive season of Diwali engulfs the city of Delhi air pollution continues to cast a shadow over the celebrations. The air quality in the city and its surrounding regions has been categorized as 'poor', with a thin layer of smog blanketing the area. Oct 30, 2024
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Research reveals Placenta's Role in Maternal Mental Health

A team of Australian researchers has made a discovery that could revolutionize our understanding of pregnancy-related anxiety and depression. The team, led by Professor Vicki Clifton at the Mater Research Institute-University of Queensland, identified 13 distinct glucocorticoid receptor isoforms in the placenta. Oct 29, 2024
Climate pledges by nations lacking to stop global heating: UN

Climate pledges by nations lacking to stop global heating: UN

With much bolder new national climate plans from every country due next year, a UN report on Monday showed stark but not surprising facts that current national climate plans fall miles short of what's needed to stop global heating from crippling every economy, and wrecking billions of lives and livelihoods across every country. Oct 28, 2024
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