In a rare spectacle, Aurora Borealis dazzles night skies of Ladakh amid intense solar storms
Sep 14, 2024, at 10:16 pm
An astounding display of the northern lights and southern lights has fascinated people worldwide after powerful solar storms impacted the Earth, illuminating the night sky with vivid hues.
Study says climbing stairs is associated with a longer life
Sep 14, 2024, at 10:16 pm
Climbing stairs is associated with a longer life, according to research presented today at ESC Preventive Cardiology 2024, a scientific congress of the European Society of Cardiology (ESC).
PepsiCo starts trials to replace palm oil in Lay's chips with healthier alternatives in India
Sep 14, 2024, at 10:16 pm
New Delhi: Multinational snack manufacturer PepsiCo India has started trials to replace palm oil with a combination of sunflower oil and palmolein in its popular Lay’s chips, to sell its comparatively healthier version for Indian consumers.
Working on night shifts can raise chances of diabetes and obesity, study shows
Sep 14, 2024, at 10:16 pm
Just a few days on a night shift schedule throws off protein rhythms related to blood glucose regulation, energy metabolism and inflammation, processes that can influence the development of chronic metabolic conditions.
WHO chief confirms there is no sign yet of H5N1 bird flu spreading between humans
Sep 14, 2024, at 10:16 pm
The H5N1 avian influenza virus has so far shown no signs of adapting to allow human-to-human transmission, the UN health agency said on Wednesday, urging continued surveillance.
UN agency says extreme heat, hurricanes, droughts ravage Latin America and Caribbean
Sep 14, 2024, at 10:16 pm
2023 saw another climate record tumble, with Latin America and the Caribbean registering their hottest ever recorded temperatures, according to the UN’s weather monitoring agency.
Pet dog bites girl inside Noida housing society lift, video goes viral
Sep 14, 2024, at 10:16 pm
A video has gone viral on social media which shows a young girl attacked by a pet dog inside the lift of a posh Noida housing society.
Pharmaceutical major AstraZeneca decides to withdraw Covid-19 vaccine citing 'commercial reasons'
Sep 14, 2024, at 10:16 pm
The maker of Covishield, AstraZeneca, has decided to withdraw its Covid-19 vaccine citing "commercial reasons".
Scientists alert April 2024 was the hottest on record
Sep 14, 2024, at 10:16 pm
The world endured the hottest April month this year, as per data revealed by the European Union’s climate monitoring service Copernicus.
World Asthma Day: Kolkata's CMRI launches 'Severe Asthma Clinic'
Sep 14, 2024, at 10:16 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Observing World Asthma Day, the Calcutta Medical Research Institute (CMRI) in Kolkata on Tuesday announced the launch of 'Severe Asthma Clinic' to provide treatment for asthma and lung related problems.
US is witnessing a surge in new COVID-19 variant named FLiRT
Sep 14, 2024, at 10:16 pm
The United States is witnessing an uptick in new COVID-19 variant cases, triggering concern over a potential summer wave.
Renal care provider starts forum to create awareness about kidney health and wellness
Sep 14, 2024, at 10:16 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Nephro Care India, a provider of comprehensive renal care, has rolled out an initiative to provide a forum for patients suffering from chronic kidney disease to seek advice from medical professionals regarding kidney health and nutrition among others.
Rapidly warming Indian Ocean hurtling towards near-permanent marine heatwave state
Sep 14, 2024, at 10:16 pm
Marine heatwaves are events where ocean temperatures rise to extreme levels and hold steady for at least five days. These heat waves, that occur over the ocean, are likely to extend to 220-250 days a year by 2050, warns a new study. With increasing marine heatwaves, cyclones can intensify, putting fisheries and people living along the coastline, at risk, reports Mongabay India writer Nidhi Jamwal
Karnataka: Monkey fever claims one more life, toll now 4
Sep 14, 2024, at 10:16 pm
Bengaluru/IBNS: Four people since January lost their lives to Kyasanur Forest Disease (KFD), also known as monkey fever, in Karnataka with a new report of death emerging from Shivamogga, media reports said.
Kerala on red alert over possible swell waves this weekend
Sep 14, 2024, at 10:16 pm
Thiruvananthapuram/IBNS: The Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS) has issued a red alert over possible swell waves along Kerala and south Tamil Nadu coast over the weekend, media reports said.
Scientists alert that getting angry may surge your chances of heart attack
Sep 14, 2024, at 10:16 pm
Short bursts of anger may temporarily damage the ability of blood vessels to properly dilate, a function believed to be pivotal in preventing arteries from hardening, new research suggests.
Scientist warn that getting angry even for few minutes can spike your chances of heart attack
Sep 14, 2024, at 10:16 pm
Short bursts of anger may temporarily damage the ability of blood vessels to properly dilate, a function believed to be pivotal in preventing arteries from hardening, new research suggests.
Report finds direct link between pandemic and childhood obesity in Europe
Sep 14, 2024, at 10:16 pm
The COVID-19 pandemic has led to increased obesity in school-aged children in Europe, the World Health Organization (WHO) office for the region said in a new report issued on Wednesday, sounding the alarm for action.
Stark differences between females and males in major causes of disease burden, shows study
Sep 14, 2024, at 10:16 pm
Globally, there are substantial differences between females and males (aged 10 and older) when it comes to health, with limited progress in bridging these health gaps over the past 30 years, according to a new study examining the disparities in the 20 leading causes of disease burden between females and males, across ages and regions, published in The Lancet Public Health journal.
Heavy rain, thunderstorm hit UAE once again, several flights cancelled
Sep 14, 2024, at 10:16 pm
Dubai: After severe flooding in April, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) witnessed heavy rain and thunderstorms early Thursday, affecting Abu Dhabi and Dubai, media reports said.
Sanofi launches diabetes drug Soliqua in India
Sep 14, 2024, at 10:16 pm
Kolkata: Sanofi India Limited has launched its’ new diabetes drug Soliqua after having received marketing authorization from the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) earlier last year.
Australia-India space collaboration projects launched
Sep 14, 2024, at 10:16 pm
The Australian government has announced $18 million investment in collaborative space projects with India.
Sep 14, 2024, at 10:16 pm
New research has unveiled the right balance of sitting, standing, sleeping and being active in a day to live an optimal life.
UN officials say swift action needed to tackle El Nino-induced extreme weather
Sep 14, 2024, at 10:16 pm
Top UN officials called on Monday for swift action to combat the El Niño extreme weather events that are currently devastating southern Africa and other regions with flooding and drought.
New study finds chocolate supply across the world threatened by devastating virus
Sep 14, 2024, at 10:16 pm
A rapidly spreading virus threatens the health of the cacao tree and the dried seeds from which chocolate is made, jeopardizing the global supply of the world’s most popular treat.
AstraZeneca admits in court papers that its COVID-19 vaccine can cause rare side effects
Sep 14, 2024, at 10:16 pm
AstraZeneca has confirmed in court documents that its COVID-19 vaccine, developed in collaboration with the University of Oxford, can cause a rare side effect called thrombosis with thrombocytopenia syndrome (TTS), according to a report released in a British newspaper.
Heavy rains trigger massive landslides in Kashmir, Srinagar-Jammu highway closed
Sep 14, 2024, at 10:16 pm
Jammu/IBNS: Several areas across Jammu and Kashmir have been witnessing non-stop rains and snowfall that triggered landslides and flash floods causing damage to public infrastructure and private property.
Saudi Arabia pledges USD 500 million to protect children from polio
Sep 14, 2024, at 10:16 pm
At the first-ever World Economic Forum (WEF) Special Meeting hosted in Riyadh, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has pledged US $500 million over the next five years to support the work of the Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI).
Truck gets caught in tornado on US highway; Video goes viral
Sep 14, 2024, at 10:16 pm
Nebraska in the United States witnessed devastating tornadoes that caused damage to many homes. Footage and images on social media showed massive black tornadoes moving across the sky, overturning soil, dust, and various materials in their wake.
Climate action ‘cannot trample over the poor’, says UN chief Guterres
Sep 14, 2024, at 10:17 pm
The UN Secretary-General on Friday launched an initiative focusing on ensuring fairness, sustainability and respect for human rights throughout the entire process of sourcing and using critical minerals needed for the clean energy transition.