Science & Health

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

14-year-old Nipah virus patient dies in Kerala, Centre issues advisory

The Union government on Sunday informed that a case of Nipah virus has been detected in Mallapuram district of Kerala and the patient succumbed to the disease.

Jul 22, 2024

Three devotees killed in landslide in Kedarnath

Three killed in landslide on Kedarnath Yatra route

At least three devotees were killed and six others injured in Uttarakhand's Kedarnath in a landslide triggered by rain on Sunday, officials said.

Jul 21, 2024

Centre to sign over 70 MoUs with startups to empower the disabled

The government is set to sign more than 70 MoUs on Monday between the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD) and various startups and private organisations.

Jul 21, 2024

SpaceX Dragon Cargo Spacecraft Back To Earth With Scientific Research Samples

Climate Change: What caused Earth's axis to meander 10 metres in last 120 years?

Two NASA-funded studies have shown that melting ice, dwindling groundwater, and rising seas, a result of climate change, has also led to the Earth's axis to meander 10 metres in the last 120 years.

Jul 20, 2024

Low Vitamin D levels hit bone health, cause osteoporosis, arthritis among women: Experts

Low Vitamin D levels, also known as the sunshine vitamin, are vital for bone health and remain a pressing concern among women, who are more prone to osteoporosis, arthritis, or other bone-related issues.

Jul 20, 2024

Torrential rains wreak havoc in Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur among worst hit areas in state

Heavy overnight rains lashed Mumbai, coastal Konkan and several parts of the state, leading to waterlogging and flooding in many parts hitting normal life

Jul 20, 2024

What is Chandipura virus (CHPV); deadly virus claims affecting children triggers chaos in Gujarat [read now]

Increasing surveillance can be crucial and help in the early detection and treatment of the Chandipura virus that has so far claimed the lives of six children and affected about 12 in Gujarat, said doctors on Tuesday.

Jul 19, 2024

Air pollution exposure during childhood may affect lung health later (Representational photo)

Why are most lung cancer patients in India non-smokers? Blame it on other factors

Air pollution, exposure to secondhand smoke, occupational hazards, and indoor pollutants like cooking fumes are responsible for the rising cases of lung cancer, even among people who do not smoke.

Jul 18, 2024

NASA on backfoot, cancels VIPER moon rover citing budget constraints

After spending $450 million on the Volatiles Investigating Polar Exploration Rover (VIPER) moon rover programme, NASA on Thursday announced cancelling the mission over budget concerns.

Jul 18, 2024

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Science & Health

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

14-year-old Nipah virus patient dies in Kerala, Centre issues advisory

Three killed in landslide on Kedarnath Yatra route

Centre to sign over 70 MoUs with startups to empower the disabled

Climate Change: What caused Earth's axis to meander 10 metres in last 120 years?

Low Vitamin D levels hit bone health, cause osteoporosis, arthritis among women: Experts

Torrential rains wreak havoc in Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur among worst hit areas in state

What is Chandipura virus (CHPV); deadly virus claims affecting children triggers chaos in Gujarat [read now]

Why are most lung cancer patients in India non-smokers? Blame it on other factors

NASA on backfoot, cancels VIPER moon rover citing budget constraints

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]