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US FDA approves use of sound waves to break down liver tumours

Study finds reason, cure for cancer in immunotherapy-induced colitis

US researchers have identified a mechanism that causes severe gastrointestinal problems with immune-based cancer treatment.

Jan 6, 2024

Neptune & Uranus are of similar shade of greenish blue, study confirms

While Neptune is fondly known for being a rich blue and Uranus green, a new study revealed that the two ice giants are actually far closer in colour than typically thought.

Jan 5, 2024

Deadly bacteria, surge in NCDs remain key challenges for India in 2024

As India moves into the new year, health experts predict a rise in diseases due to multi-drug resistant bacteria and in non-communicable diseases in the country in the years to come.

Jan 2, 2024

B'desh Nobel laureate and Father of Microfinance Muhammad Yunus sentenced to 6 months in labour law violation case

Bangladesh Nobel Peace Prize winner Muhammad Yunus has been sentenced to six-months in jail for violating the country's labour laws, media reports said.

Jan 1, 2024

From Dreamer to Innovator: The Inspiring Journey of Data Scientist Akshata and Her Quest for Transparent, Safe, and Accountable AI

Akshata Kishore Moharir is a trailblazing data scientist who has made significant contributions to the field of data science and machine learning. Her dedication, hard work, and passion for the field have taken her to great heights, making her a role model for women in technology

Dec 29, 2023

New 'electronic soil' may enhance crop growth

Swedish researchers have developed an electrically conductive "soil" for soilless cultivation, known as hydroponics.

Dec 26, 2023

This 'flying dragon' can extinguish fires from a distance

A team of Japanese researchers has developed a 'flying dragon' robot to fight fires from a distance. These flying firefighter robots can be ready for real-world use in the next decade.

Dec 25, 2023

New Covid Wave? How new JN.1 variant spreading Covid-19 rapidly in winter: An explainer

JN.1, from the lineage of Omicron variant of Covid, is rapidly driving a large share of the current winter wave of Covid-19 infections across the globe.

Dec 23, 2023

Beetroot juice supplement beneficial for lung disease patients: Study

A 12-week course of daily beetroot juice supplement for people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) lowered blood pressure and improved how far patients could walk in six minutes, according to a research.

Dec 20, 2023

30 mins less social media use daily can make you happier, productive at work

Just 30 minutes less social media use per day can help improve mental health, job satisfaction and commitment, according to a study.

Dec 17, 2023

Health Byte: Exercise may boost cognitive function for people with Down syndrome

Light, regular exercise can help improve the cognitive, as well as physical, health of adults with Down syndrome, suggested a study.

Dec 12, 2023

How flaxseeds can help reduce breast cancer risk

Consuming flaxseed can help manipulate the gut bacteria to lower the risk of breast cancer -- one of the most deadly cancers, researchers have demonstrated in a new study.

Dec 9, 2023

Stop deaths on Jammu roads; J&K HC tells govt to form expert committee [details]

Division Bench of J&K High Court directs UT administration to constitute an expert committee to ascertain reasons for frequent road accidents in the Chenab region and Pir-Panchal range.

Dec 7, 2023

Artificial City Lights Luring Birds To Their Deaths: Study

Ecological trap: Artificial city lights luring birds to their deaths, says study

Artificial lights in the cities are luring migrating birds, threatening them with death, a new study has revealed.

Dec 5, 2023

Antibiotic resistance kills millions in India [see the reasons for resistance]

India ranks among countries with the highest mortality rates due to antimicrobial resistance (AMR), and statistics show that one child dies every nine minutes due to illnesses caused by bugs that resist antibiotics.