Science & Health

Jammu-Srinagar Highway closed for 2nd consecutive day

The strategic Jammu-Srinagar National Highway remained closed for vehicular traffic for the second consecutive day on Saturday, as traffic officials said restoration of the highway was going on.

Mar 1, 2025

Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda arrives in Odisha for health summit

Union Health and Family Welfare Minister JP Nadda arrived in Odisha on Friday to participate in a national summit to be organised by National Health Mission in Puri.

Feb 28, 2025

6.1 magnitude earthquake strikes Nepal; tremors felt in Siliguri, Patna and other places in India

A 6.1 magnitude earthquake struck Nepal in the early hours of Friday, with tremors felt in Bihar, Siliguri, and other neighbouring areas in India, shaking homes and waking residents.

Feb 28, 2025

Regulatory violations in India's pharma sector fell 11pc in 2024

India's pharmaceutical industry has witnessed a sharp drop of 11 per cent in regulatory violation instances in 2024, according to a report.

Feb 27, 2025

5.0 magnitude quake hits Assam's Morigaon, tremors felt in Guwahati

An earthquake of magnitude five on the Richter scale jolted Assam's Morigaon district in the early hours of Thursday, the National Center for Seismology (NCS) noted.

Feb 27, 2025

Study decodes how gastric bacteria leads to stomach cancer

Gastric bacteria, which leaks around the stomach lining, plays a significant role in the onset of stomach cancer -- which has limited treatment options and poor survival rates, according to a study on Wednesday.

Feb 27, 2025

HIV self-testing a revolutionary tool in Mizoram's fight against AIDS: Health Ministry

HIV self-testing is proving to be a revolutionary tool in Mizoram's fight against HIV/AIDS, offering a more private, convenient and effective means of diagnosis, the Health Ministry said on Tuesday.

Feb 25, 2025

Hyderabad is a global life science hub: Telangana CM

Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy said on Tuesday that Hyderabad has become a global life sciences hub and invited the world's leading companies to make use of the advantages his state offers.

Feb 25, 2025

IMD issues yellow alert for heatwave in Mumbai, suburbs [Details]

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for a heatwave in Mumbai, Thane, Palghar, and Navi Mumbai for the next three days, with no significant relief in sight.

Feb 25, 2025

Weather Alert: J&K braces for heavy rain/snowfall for next 3 days

Jammu and Kashmir braced for heavy rain/snow as the MET department issued an advisory on Tuesday cautioning the authorities of inclement weather for three days.

Feb 25, 2025

Anti-polio campaign kicks off in Afghanistan

The Afghan interim government's Ministry of Public Health on Monday announced a four-day vaccination campaign aimed at protecting nearly 6.3 million children under the age of five from poliovirus.

Feb 24, 2025

Exercise may boost survival rates in cancer patients post-treatment: Study

Higher levels of physical activity may not only prevent the risk of cancers but also boost survival rates in people who have undergone treatment.

Feb 24, 2025

Over 3 hours of sedentary behaviour may up mental health risks in teenagers, adolescents: Study

Teenagers and adolescents who spend more than three hours a day engaged in sedentary behaviours -- which includes playing video games or increased screen exposure -- have a higher risk of facing mental health issues such as anxiety and depression, according to a study.

Feb 24, 2025

Very happy to join campaign against obesity launched by PM Modi: CM Omar Abdullah

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has expressed happiness in joining the campaign against obesity launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Feb 24, 2025

Fight against obesity: PM Modi invites 10 prominent personalities to spread awareness

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday invited ten prominent personalities to join the national movement against obesity and promote awareness about healthy food consumption, aligning with his Fit India initiative.

Feb 24, 2025