Science & Health

UP govt waives off road tax on hybrid cars to boost green transportation

In a key step to boost green transportation and adoption of eco-friendly vehicles, the Uttar Pradesh government has announced a waiver of road tax on hybrid cars.

Jul 9, 2024

SC asks Centre to mull formation of menstrual leave policy

Supreme Court Urges Consideration of Menstrual Leave Policy

In a significant move, the Supreme Court of India has called upon the central government to contemplate the establishment of a menstrual leave policy. This directive, announced on July 8, 2024, was in response to a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed by an advocate.

Jul 9, 2024

Met dept warns of lightning strikes, heavy rain in 10 Bihar districts

The Indian Meteorological Department has predicted lightning strikes and heavy rainfall in 10 districts of Bihar on Tuesday.Over 45 fatalities were reported due to lightning strikes in several districts of Bihar in the first nine days of July.

Jul 9, 2024

Extreme devastation caused by flooding in Assam is heartbreaking: Rahul Gandhi

Leader of Opposition (LoP) in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi who was in Assam on Monday to take stock of the flood situation, said that the extreme devastation caused by flooding in the state was heartbreaking.

Jul 8, 2024

You are not maharajas but public servants, contain dengue cases, Siddaramaiah tells DCs

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Monday lashed out at the state's Deputy Commissioners (DCs) and Chief Executive Officers (CEOs), reminding them that they are not maharajas but public servants and warning them that if the spread of dengue cases is not contained, higher officers will also be held responsible for negligence and apathy.

Jul 8, 2024

Heavy rains hit operations at Mumbai Airport, 27 flights diverted

Mumbai rains hit operations at airport, 27 flights delayed or diverted

As many as 27 flights were diverted from Mumbai airport on Monday, and several have been delayed due to heavy rains and low visibility, according to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSIA).

Jul 8, 2024

Record 300 mm rain in Mumbai: CM Shinde asks emergency agencies to be on high alert

Record 300 mm rain in Mumbai: Emergency agencies put on high alert

After a record 300 mm rain was reported in Mumbai, the government has directed the emergency agencies to be on high alert.

Jul 8, 2024

Climate change may claim 14.5 mn lives by 2050: WEF

Global Temperatures Reach Unprecedented Highs, Surpassing Paris Agreement Limits

The European Union's Copernicus Climate Change Service has recently made a startling revelation. Global temperatures have surpassed 1.5 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels for 12 consecutive months

Jul 8, 2024

Anand Mahindra shares video of new tech detecting veins using infrared light

Mahindra Group Chairman Anand Mahindra has shared a video on the social media platform X, showing a new technology detecting veins using infrared light.

Jul 8, 2024

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

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Science & Health

UP govt waives off road tax on hybrid cars to boost green transportation

Supreme Court Urges Consideration of Menstrual Leave Policy

Met dept warns of lightning strikes, heavy rain in 10 Bihar districts

Extreme devastation caused by flooding in Assam is heartbreaking: Rahul Gandhi

You are not maharajas but public servants, contain dengue cases, Siddaramaiah tells DCs

Mumbai rains hit operations at airport, 27 flights delayed or diverted

Record 300 mm rain in Mumbai: Emergency agencies put on high alert

Global Temperatures Reach Unprecedented Highs, Surpassing Paris Agreement Limits

Anand Mahindra shares video of new tech detecting veins using infrared light

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

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]