Sep 21, 2024, at 03:38 pm
New Delhi: Dr. Soumya Swaminathan has been appointed as the Principle Advisor at the Union Ministry of Health & Family Welfare for the National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme on a pro bono basis, a government statement said.
Four die as Hurricane Beryl hits southeast Texas, 2.6 million people suffer power outage
Sep 21, 2024, at 03:38 pm
At least four people died after Hurricane Beryl hit southeast Texas in the USA and disrupted power supply in the area.
Latest data shows last month was the hottest June ever recorded
Sep 21, 2024, at 03:38 pm
Last month was the hottest June since records began and the thirteenth month in a row to set a temperature record, according to new data released on Monday from the European Union’s Copernicus Climate Change Service.
Quit smoking now to avoid cognitive decline among older adults
Sep 21, 2024, at 03:38 pm
Smoking may be among the most important lifestyle factors affecting how quickly our cognitive skills decline as we age, suggests a new study led by UCL researchers.
Sri Lanka: Elephant goes on rampage during religious procession, 13 hurt
Sep 21, 2024, at 03:39 pm
At least 13 people were injured after an elephant went on a rampage in Sri Lanka on Saturday.
Sep 21, 2024, at 03:39 pm
Guwahati: The floods in Assam over the past month have resulted in 58 deaths and impacted 23 lakh people, leaving hundreds homeless and displaced, media reported.
UN official describes total devastation in Carriacou following Hurricane Beryl
Sep 21, 2024, at 03:39 pm
The island of Carriacou in Grenada has been virtually “flattened” by the devastating Hurricane Beryl, a senior UN official there reported on Friday, as humanitarian teams ramp up their support to communities affected across the Caribbean.
UNESCO designates eleven new biosphere reserves to global list
Sep 21, 2024, at 03:39 pm
The UN Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) on Friday designated 11 new biosphere reserves, recognizing their importance for conserving biodiversity and cultural heritage.
Sep 21, 2024, at 03:39 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: At least 25 patients started experiencing complications following cataract surgery at a West Bengal government-run hospital in Kolkata's Metiabruz, which triggered the authorities to stop such operations temporarily, media reports said on Wednesday.
Every third Indian has fatty liver, says Indian Minister
Sep 21, 2024, at 03:39 pm
Every third Indian has a fatty liver, which predates Type 2 Diabetes and other metabolic disorders, said Indian Minister Jitendra Singh.
Kashmir experiences heatwave conditions; Srinagar at 35.7 C is hotter than Kolkata, Delhi
Sep 21, 2024, at 03:39 pm
Srinagar/IBNS: The serene valley of Kashmir, which attracts several tourists not just from India but also from abroad owing to its stunning scenery and refreshing air, is reeling under heatwave-like situations along with the rest of the country.
Sep 21, 2024, at 03:39 pm
Bengaluru: ISRO Chairman S. Somanath stressed the necessity of international collaboration to develop a planetary protection system against asteroids, stating that no single country can achieve this alone, media reported.
WHO releases new guidelines to help millions quit tobacco
Sep 21, 2024, at 03:40 pm
The UN World Health Organization (WHO) on Tuesday released the first-ever guidelines for those seeking to quit tobacco use, recommending a range of initiatives, treatments and digital interventions.
Maharashtra: Crocodile caught on camera moving on the road in Ratnagiri amid heavy rainfall
Sep 21, 2024, at 03:40 pm
Maharashtra's Ratnagiri was left shocked when a crocodile was seen walking the streets of the city amid heavy rainfall.
Decoding How to Choose the Ideal Health Insurance Policy
Sep 08, 2024, at 11:49 pm
Choosing the right health insurance policy can feel overwhelming. This can especially be the case with so many options available. You can start by understanding the key factors that influence your decision. This could help you select the best mediclaim insurance policy for your needs.
Massive landslide blocks Kishtwar-Paddar road in Jammu Kashmir
Sep 21, 2024, at 03:40 pm
Kishtwar (Jammu Kashmir): A massive landslide blocked the Kishtwar-Paddar road on Sunday as light to moderate rains hit isolated areas in the Jammu division, bringing relief from heatwave, media reported.
Gujarat: Ahmedabad road caves in after heavy rainfall
Sep 21, 2024, at 03:40 pm
Ahmedabad: A road in Gujarat’s Ahmedabad caved in on Sunday following heavy rain, which disrupted traffic and flooded low-lying areas, media reported.
Delhi to brace for more rains after record-breaking downpour that claimed 11 lives
Sep 21, 2024, at 03:41 pm
New Delhi/IBNS: Delhi residents, still recovering from the after-effects of the record-breaking downpour on Friday, will have to brace for more rains, media reports said.
Sep 21, 2024, at 03:41 pm
New data show that nearly one third (31%) of adults worldwide, approximately 1.8 billion people, did not meet the recommended levels of physical activity in 2022.
Sep 21, 2024, at 03:41 pm
NASA is aiming to deorbit the International Space Station in a controlled manner after the end of its operational life in 2030.
Genome Sequencing Lab with cutting-edge next-gen sequencing facilities inaugurated at AFMC, Pune
Sep 21, 2024, at 03:41 pm
Pune: A new Genome Sequencing Lab was inaugurated at the Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC) in Pune on Thursday.
Volvo Car India launches The Reverse Project: mission to convert kilometres into trees
Sep 21, 2024, at 03:41 pm
Kolkata: Volvo Car India Wednesday announced the launch of Reverse Project that aims at reversing the environmental damage through planting trees commensurate to the mileage done on EV cars of any brand.
Sep 21, 2024, at 03:42 pm
Over three million deaths per year were attributable to alcohol consumption and drug use, a new report from the World Health Organization (WHO) found. Of these deaths, 2.6 million were attributable to alcohol consumption, accounting for nearly five per cent of all deaths, with the highest numbers in the WHO European Region and African Region.
China: Lunar mission Chang'e-6 returns to Earth with first-ever sample from Moon's far side
Sep 21, 2024, at 03:42 pm
China's lunar probe Chang'e-6 has returned to Earth after collecting the first-ever sample from the unexplored far side of the Moon, media reports said.
Robot-assisted surgery champion to nurture medical students with ‘Vattikuti Explorers’
Sep 21, 2024, at 03:42 pm
US-based robotic surgery champion Vattikuti Foundation is initiating a global program for innovative thinkers among medical students.
Half the world now following doctors’ orders on cutting trans fats, says WHO
Sep 21, 2024, at 03:42 pm
A total of 53 countries had best practice policies in place for tackling industrial trans fats in food as of last year, vastly improving the food environment for 3.7 billion people, or 46 per cent of the world’s population, according to a milestone report published by the UN World Health Organization on Monday.
Woman jogging in animal park located close to Paris attacked by wolves
Sep 21, 2024, at 03:42 pm
A woman is currently in the intensive care after she was attacked by wolves at a park close to Paris city in France, media reports said.
Sep 21, 2024, at 03:42 pm
Data from a retrospective observational study conducted using the electronic health record at the Cleveland Clinic, shows that real-world weight loss can be associated with a reduced risk of obesity-related cancers.
Sep 21, 2024, at 03:42 pm
New Delhi//IBNS: In a rare achievement for any space agency, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) Sunday achieved a hat-trick of the safe landing of an uncrewed, autonomous winged reusable launch vehicle during an experiment in this century.
World Health Organization announces global resurgence of cholera cases in 2024
Sep 21, 2024, at 03:42 pm
The UN World Health Organization (WHO) has announced a spike in cholera in several regions of the world, with almost 195,000 cases and over 1,900 deaths reported in 24 countries since the start of this year.