Science & Health

Medical school deans in S. Korea to reject additional leave amid quota hike turmoil

South Korea's medical school deans gear up to reject leaves as quota hike row persists

A consultative body of medical school deans in South Korea on Saturday said that they have rejected additional requests for leave, reaffirming they will no longer accept such requests by students who have left en masse to protest against the government's plan to hike school quotas.

Mar 22, 2025

Over 76 crore Indians now have ABHA ID; UP, Rajasthan lead

More than 76 crore Indians now have an Ayushman Bharat Health Account (ABHA) ID, according to latest data from the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission.

Mar 19, 2025

Sunita Williams returns to earth, greets the world with smiles, waves, gives thumbs-up; R. Madhavan, Anand Mahindra, Indians rejoice

'The Earth missed you': PM Modi welcomes Sunita Williams

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday welcomed the safe return of NASA's Crew-9, which included astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore, who had been stranded in space for nearly nine months.

Mar 19, 2025

Excellent initiative for lower, middle-income groups: MP pharmacists on Jan Aushadhi KendrasExcellent initiative for lower, middle-income groups: MP pharmacists on Jan Aushadhi Kendras

Excellent initiative for lower, middle-income groups: Madhya Pradesh pharmacists on Jan Aushadhi Kendras

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's commitment to improving the lives of ordinary citizens continues to bear fruit, with his vision of providing quality healthcare at affordable prices through the launch of 'Jan Aushadhi Kendra' across the nation.

Mar 18, 2025

Maternal infection disrupts newborn brain development: Study

A team of European researchers has in a pioneering study, released on Tuesday, found compelling evidence that maternal infections during pregnancy can have lasting effects on offspring brain function.

Mar 18, 2025

Quad workshop on pandemic preparedness for Indo-Pacific begins under India's presidency

The 'Quad Workshop on Pandemic Preparedness for the Indo-Pacific Region' commenced on Monday and will go on till March 19 under India's presidency of the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (Quad), stated the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA).

Mar 17, 2025

ISRO aims to launch 100 missions in next five years: Chairman Narayanan

Centre approves Chandrayaan-5 mission, to carry 250 kg rover to lunar surface: ISRO chief

The Central government has approved the Chandrayaan 5 mission, and it will carry a whopping 250 kg rover to the lunar surface, said the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) Chairman V Narayanan.

Mar 17, 2025

Crop Darpan: Developed by IIIT, Hyderabad, agri-solution App designed to identify crop health instantly

The Crop Darpan App not only identifies these issues but also provides interactive scientific guidance on how to resolve them.

Mar 17, 2025

WHO, MSF urge concerted efforts to contain cholera outbreak in western Ethiopia

The World Health Organisation (WHO) and the international medical charity Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF) have called for concerted efforts to contain the rapidly spreading cholera outbreak in western Ethiopia.

Mar 15, 2025

NASA-SpaceX launches mission to bring home Sunita Williams, Butch Wilmore

NASA, SpaceX finally launch mission to bring home Sunita Williams, Butch Wilmore stuck in ISS

NASA and SpaceX on Saturday launched a crewed mission to the International Space Station (ISS) to bring home NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore who have been stranded in space since last June.

Mar 15, 2025

Astronomers unveil 1st 3D map of Milky Way interstellar dust properties

An international of team astronomers has unveiled the first three-dimensional (3D) map of the properties of interstellar dust in the Milky Way.

Mar 14, 2025

NASA analysis shows unexpected sea level rise in 2024

Global Sea levels rose faster than anticipated in 2024, primarily due to the expansion of ocean water as it warms, NASA reported on Thursday.

Mar 14, 2025

Crucial to raise awareness on kidney health: JP Nadda

World Kidney Day: Nadda Highlights Importance of Early Detection

Union Health Minister JP Nadda emphasized the importance of kidney health awareness and early detection on World Kidney Day. Nadda highlighted the government's commitment to healthcare, mentioning the nationwide dialysis centers under the Pradhan Mantri National Dialysis Programme.

Mar 13, 2025

Common diabetes drug price slashed in India due to generic versions

India makes diabetes treatment more accessible: Empagliflozin prices slashed by 90%

The price of empagliflozin, a commonly prescribed diabetes drug, has been slashed by a staggering 90% in India. This significant reduction, made possible by the entry of generic versions, is poised to revolutionize diabetes treatment, making it more affordable and accessible to millions of patients.

Mar 13, 2025

H5N1 mutation detected in US dairy herds prompts caution on pandemic potential

H5N1 mutation in US dairy herds prompts caution on pandemic potential

Scientists are sounding the alarm about a concerning genetic mutation of the H5N1 bird flu virus, recently identified in four dairy cow herds, as this mutation could increase the risk of mammal-to-mammal transmission and disease severity.

Mar 13, 2025

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Science & Health

South Korea's medical school deans gear up to reject leaves as quota hike row persists

Over 76 crore Indians now have ABHA ID; UP, Rajasthan lead

'The Earth missed you': PM Modi welcomes Sunita Williams

Excellent initiative for lower, middle-income groups: Madhya Pradesh pharmacists on Jan Aushadhi Kendras

Maternal infection disrupts newborn brain development: Study

Quad workshop on pandemic preparedness for Indo-Pacific begins under India's presidency

Centre approves Chandrayaan-5 mission, to carry 250 kg rover to lunar surface: ISRO chief

Crop Darpan: Developed by IIIT, Hyderabad, agri-solution App designed to identify crop health instantly

WHO, MSF urge concerted efforts to contain cholera outbreak in western Ethiopia

NASA, SpaceX finally launch mission to bring home Sunita Williams, Butch Wilmore stuck in ISS

Astronomers unveil 1st 3D map of Milky Way interstellar dust properties

NASA analysis shows unexpected sea level rise in 2024

World Kidney Day: Nadda Highlights Importance of Early Detection

India makes diabetes treatment more accessible: Empagliflozin prices slashed by 90%

H5N1 mutation in US dairy herds prompts caution on pandemic potential

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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