Science & Health

Study links fatty acids in umbilical cord blood to autism

Umbilical Cord Blood Fatty Acids Linked to Autism Risk, Says Study

Japanese scientists from the University of Fukui have discovered a potential link between fatty acid metabolites in umbilical cord blood and the development of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) symptoms in children.

Jul 30, 2024

Wayanad landslide disaster toll reaches 70, many missing

Wayanad landslide disaster toll reaches 70, hundreds injured

The death toll in the Wayanad landslide tragedy on Tuesday reached 70 and several people were reported missing in the worst affected areas, said officials, adding that hundreds are injured and admitted to different hospitals.

Jul 30, 2024

Unprecedented heatwave in Kashmir, primary classes suspended till July 30

Unprecedented heatwave grips Kashmir, schools suspend primary classes till tomorrow

Unprecedented sweltering heat has adversely affected normal life in Kashmir valley. Authorities, on Monday, closed schools up to primary classes to protect children from heat stroke and dehydration.

Jul 29, 2024

Doctors report significant surge in Hepatitis A cases in Delhi

Alarming Surge in Hepatitis A Cases in Delhi

Doctors in Delhi have reported a significant surge in Hepatitis A cases over the past two months. The disease has seen a dramatic increase in cases, with numbers rising from an average of three per month from January to May, to 22 cases in June and 20 cases already recorded in July.

Jul 28, 2024

Delhi: Students rise in protest after 3 aspirants die in flooded basement

Delhi: Students rise in protest after 3 UPSC aspirants die in flooded basement

After three aspiring civil servants died in the flooded basement of Rau's IAS Study Circle, a popular coaching centre at Old Rajendra Nagar, students came out in dissent against the "negligence" of the government.

Jul 28, 2024

Dengue cases on rise in Gurugram, 18 recorded as of Thursday

Dengue cases have started increasing in Haryana's Gurugram, near Delhi. The district health department recorded 18 fresh cases till Thursday.

Jul 27, 2024

Health experts raise concerns over surging liver disease among young adults

Liver diseases are significantly rising among young adults aged 23-35, said health experts on Friday ahead of World Hepatitis Day.

Jul 26, 2024

Dy CM Ajit Pawar reviews situation as heavy rains lash Maha

Heavy rains wreak havoc in Maharashtra, Emergency Control Room set up at Mantralaya

In view of the heavy rains continuing to lash Mumbai, Pune, Thane and other parts of Maharashtra, Deputy Chief Minister, Ajit Pawar, on Thursday visited the Emergency Control Room at the Mantralaya and reviewed the waterlogging and flood situation created by the downpour.

Jul 25, 2024

Wildfires rage across US; prompt evacuations, highway shutdown

Wildfires rage across California, Oregon, Washington states in US; Evacuations, highway shutdown underway

Wildfires continue raging across the western United States, prompting thousands to evacuate, together with the highways' shutdown.

Jul 25, 2024

Cancer drugs -- Trastuzumab deruxtecan, Osimertinib and Durvalumab -- to get exemption from customs duty

In a big relief to cancer patients, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, while presenting the Union Budget 2024, exempted customs duty on three cancer drugs.

Jul 23, 2024

India made significant progress on climate action: Economic Survey

Recognising its position as one of the most climate-vulnerable countries, India has made significant progress on environmental protection, according to the Economic Survey 2023-24.

Jul 22, 2024

K'taka landslide tragedy: As political slugfest erupts, Army joins rescue operations

Amid a political slugfest between the ruling Congress and the opposition over the handling of the landslide tragedy on the Shirur highway in Karnataka's Uttara Kannada district, the Army on Monday joined the local authorities in rescue operations.

Jul 22, 2024

Over 34.7 cr Ayushman Bharat cards generated: Economic Survey

Ayushman Bharat cards cross 34.7 crore; leads nation's healthcare tranformation

In a significant stride towards universal healthcare, India's Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced that over 34.7 crore Ayushman Bharat cards have been generated. This announcement was made during the tabling of the Economic Survey document in Parliament, a day before the Union Budget announcement.

Jul 22, 2024

Lack of proper sleep could lead to brain-related problems, warn doctors

Beware: Lack of proper sleep could lead to brain-related problems

People must never ignore sleep to meet deadlines, and it's never appropriate to waste time on the Internet over a proper good night's sleep, advise healthcare professionals on World Brain Day.

Jul 22, 2024

Union Budget: India to give further push to green energy

The Union Budget 2024-2025 will give a further push to prioritise environmental, social, and governance (ESG) and sustainability initiatives to drive long-term economic growth and environmental resilience, experts said on Monday.

Jul 22, 2024

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Science & Health

Umbilical Cord Blood Fatty Acids Linked to Autism Risk, Says Study

Wayanad landslide disaster toll reaches 70, hundreds injured

Unprecedented heatwave grips Kashmir, schools suspend primary classes till tomorrow

Alarming Surge in Hepatitis A Cases in Delhi

Delhi: Students rise in protest after 3 UPSC aspirants die in flooded basement

Dengue cases on rise in Gurugram, 18 recorded as of Thursday

Health experts raise concerns over surging liver disease among young adults

Heavy rains wreak havoc in Maharashtra, Emergency Control Room set up at Mantralaya

Wildfires rage across California, Oregon, Washington states in US; Evacuations, highway shutdown underway

Cancer drugs -- Trastuzumab deruxtecan, Osimertinib and Durvalumab -- to get exemption from customs duty

India made significant progress on climate action: Economic Survey

K'taka landslide tragedy: As political slugfest erupts, Army joins rescue operations

Ayushman Bharat cards cross 34.7 crore; leads nation's healthcare tranformation

Beware: Lack of proper sleep could lead to brain-related problems

Union Budget: India to give further push to green energy

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

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