Qurat Ul Ain

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Centre cuts timeline for public grievance redressal to 21 days

Centre Slashes Public Grievance Redressal Timeline from 30 to 21 Days

The Indian government has issued comprehensive guidelines to reduce the timeline for public grievance redressal to 21 days from the previous 30 days. This development was announced on August 27, 2024, and is expected to bring about a significant change in the way public grievances are handled in the country. Aug 27, 2024
How sugar-sweetened beverages may harm your health

Sugar-Sweetened Beverages: Beware of This Silent Health Threat

The consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) such as sodas, fruit punch, and lemonade, whether at home or outside, has become a common practice. However, experts warn that these beverages may lead to significant harm to health, ranging from infections in teeth and kidneys to heart disease. Aug 26, 2024
Telegram founder Pavel Durov faces up to 20 years in prison if convicted

Telegram Founder Durov Arrested Amid Privacy Controversy

Pavel Durov, the Russian-born founder of the popular encrypted messaging app Telegram, has been arrested in France. Durov, who also created the social media platform VKontakte, was apprehended at Le Bourget Airport outside Paris, immediately after he disembarked from his private jet. Aug 25, 2024
Djokovic calls for 'clear protocols' over doping after Jannik Sinner escapes ban

Djokovic Advocates for Doping Protocol Reform Amid Sinner Controversy

As the US Open looms, the tennis world is embroiled in a doping controversy that has seen the sport's top seed, Jannik Sinner, escape a ban despite testing positive for a banned substance. The incident has prompted calls for reform from none other than Paris Olympics gold medalist, Novak Djokovic, who has urged for clear protocols and standardised approaches to be implemented in the handling of doping cases. Aug 25, 2024
India mobile phone exports reach $6.5 billion in April-July, iPhones lead

India's Mobile Phone Exports Soar; Apple Leads The Way with iPhones

India's mobile phone exports have reached a new high, with a significant contribution from Apple's iPhone exports. According to industry data, exports of mobile phones from India reached $6.5 billion in the April-July period of the fiscal year 2025 (FY25), marking a nearly 40% surge from the same period in the previous fiscal year (FY23). Aug 23, 2024
Ozempic and the uncomfortable truth

Weight Loss Drugs: A New Perspective on Metabolic Activity

The world of weight loss medications is being reevaluated following a study led by Professor Donal O'Shea of St. Vincent's University Hospital (SVUH) and the UCD School of Medicine. The research focused on the medication Ozempic, a drug that has been under public scrutiny for some time. The study's findings, published in the Journal of the Obesity Society, challenge the prevailing belief that weight loss medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, or Monjaro primarily work by promoting satiety and reducing food intake. Aug 23, 2024
Second Neuralink chip recipient progressing well: Elon Musk

Neuralink's Second Brain Chip Recipient Shows Promising Progress

Elon Musk, the founder of Tesla and SpaceX, has announced that the second recipient of the Neuralink brain chip is showing promising progress. Musk, who is also the founder of Neuralink, expressed optimism about the future of the brain-computer interface company, predicting widespread adoption of its brain chip within the next decade. Aug 23, 2024
Mpox

India Braces for Mpox: A New Global Health Threat

The deadly new strain of Mpox, often referred to as monkeypox, has been spreading rapidly across the African continent and beyond, posing a significant threat to global public health. The virus, which was previously confined to isolated regions, is now inching closer to India, with neighboring Pakistan already reporting initial cases. Aug 23, 2024
Flood situation in Tripura worsens, death toll rises to 10, over 34,000 people in camps

Tripura Flood Crisis Escalates: Death Toll Rises, Thousands Displaced

The northeastern Indian state of Tripura is struggling with a worsening flood situation, with the death toll rising to 10 and over 34,100 people seeking refuge in 331 relief camps across all eight districts.The incessant heavy rains since Monday have wreaked havoc in the state, causing landslides and drowning incidents that have claimed lives and injured people. Aug 22, 2024
Delhi-NCR

Delhi-NCR Tops APAC Logistics Rental Growth

Delhi-NCR has emerged as a leading player in the Asia-Pacific logistics market, according to a recent report by Knight Frank. The region has been ranked among the top 10 markets for annual rental growth in the first half of 2024. Aug 22, 2024
Mpox

Can Mpox virus spread through air; what precautions you must take?

The Mpox virus, a zoonotic disease primarily found in the tropical rainforest areas of central and west Africa, has been causing concern among health experts worldwide. The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the current outbreak, which has seen over 14,000 cases and 524 deaths, a global health emergency. Aug 21, 2024
Karnataka to set up task force for safety of doctors, paramedical staff

Karnataka Forms Task Force for Medical Staff Safety Amid Kolkata Rape & Murder Case

In response to the shocking rape and murder of a female doctor in Kolkata, the Karnataka government has taken a significant step towards ensuring the safety of medical professionals. The incident, which has drawn national attention and raised concerns about the safety and protection of women, has led to the formation of a task force dedicated to this cause. Aug 21, 2024
Import dependency of India's urea industry to fall 10-15 pc this fiscal

India's Urea Industry Marches Towards Self-Sufficiency

India's urea industry, a significant contributor to the country's chemical fertilizer demand, is on the brink of a significant shift. The industry, which currently relies on imports for 30% of its needs, is expected to reduce this dependency to 10-15% in the near-to-medium term. Aug 21, 2024
India adds 7.3 crore internet subscribers, 7.8 crore broadband users in 1 year

India's Digital Leap: 73 million new internet users added in a year

India's digital sphere has witnessed a significant spike in the past year, with an addition of 73 million internet subscribers and 78 million broadband users. This substantial increase has brought the total number of telephone subscribers in the country to a staggering 1.199 billion. Aug 20, 2024
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