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"Sunscreen paradox": Sunscreen gives 'false sense of security', warn researchers

Despite the importance of sunscreen, researchers said that it is also the least effective way to protect your skin when compared to sun-protective clothing and sun avoidance.

Oct 30, 2023

With Governor's intervention, Osmania University topper to get gold medal

With the intervention of Telangana Governor Tamilisai Soundararajan, Vishnu Vachana Murapaka, a topper in M.Sc. Genetics from Osmania University, will receive the gold medal.

Oct 30, 2023

'It's your karma': Netizens remind Kangana Ranaut of her 'India reject Bollywood' comment as she pleads audience to watch Tejas

She captioned the post with, "Even before Covid, theatrical footfalls were dipping drastically post covid it has become seriously rapid. Many theatres are shutting down and even after free tickets and many reasonable offers drastic footfall decline is continuing. Requesting people to watch films in theatres and enjoy them with family and friends or else they (theatres) won't be able to survive. Thanks."

Oct 29, 2023

Bad news from China: Scientists find 8 new viruses from rodents, spark another pandemic concern, other studies stress the same

A research paper says that there are highly diverse, undiscovered viruses that have evolved independently in their unique wildlife hosts. If they were to cross the host barrier, they are highly likely to cause another pandemic

Oct 26, 2023

Sri Lankan cabinet approves visa-free proposal for India, 6 other countries

Sri Lanka's cabinet has approved a proposal of offering visa-free entry for nationals from India and six other countries, Tourism Minister Harin Fernando said.

Oct 24, 2023

Apple Watch Series 9 Review: Don't judge by the cover!

Apple Watch Series 9 looks identical to last year's Series 8. That's where the similarities end, more or less. See why it is as crucial update as it can be.

Oct 24, 2023

Jailed Mumbai 'serial rapist' doctor accused in 3rd rape case, cheating [details]

In a bizarre development, a medico from Malvani in Malad west has been booked in an alleged third rape case in three weeks, a police official said here on Tuesday.

Oct 17, 2023

Fresh trouble for NewsClick: CBI files FCRA violation case, searches 2 locations in Delhi

The CBI has registered a case on the allegations of violations of FCRA provisions against NewsClick, including its editor Prabir Purkayastha and others.

Oct 11, 2023

Statins may cause muscle weakness or Myasthenia gravis: Report

Statins, commonly used to lower cholesterol levels, may cause a rare long-term condition which causes muscle weakness, according to a report by the UK's Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA).

Oct 10, 2023

New Delhi: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman During The 52nd Goods And Services Tax (GST) Council Meeting

Retirement age of GST Appellate Tribunal chief, members raised [Details]

The GST Council at its meeting held on Saturday recommended an increase in the retirement age of the president and members of the GST Appellate Tribunal.

Oct 7, 2023

Delhi Police Question NewsClick Journos, UAPA Sections Invoked

NewsClick discredited govt's COVID-19 response, infused foreign funds illegally, claims FIR [read now]

The Delhi Police's Special Cell in its FIR has alleged that NewsClick founder Prabir Purkayastha, American Businessman Neville Roy Singham, historian Vijay Parshad and others actively propagated false narratives to discredit the efforts of the Indian Government to contain Covid-19 pandemic.

Oct 6, 2023

2023 Nobel For Medicine Awarded For MRNA Vax Against Covid

2023 Nobel Prize for Medicine awarded for mRNA vax against Covid

Katalin Kariko and Drew Weissman have been jointly awarded the 2023 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for their discovery of mRNA vax against Covid-19.

Oct 2, 2023

The Vaccine War Review: Factual, well researched; fans laud Vivek Agnihotri for showing the challenges, struggles of medical professionals

Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri's latest directorial venture, 'The Vaccine War', sheds light on an intriguing subject that resonates with every individual - India's remarkable journey towards crafting its own vaccine during the difficult COVID-19 times. The film delves into the lesser-known challenges that emerged on this path, showcasing the relentless determination of every Indian scientist and Indian who contributed to this monumental feat.

Sep 29, 2023

Adopt a simple and affordable lifestyle to prevent heart attacks

World Heart Day: 1,250 new heart attack cases reported in people under 35 years in B'luru in last two years

Apart from a sedentary lifestyle, several factors are resulting in more people suffering from heart attacks in the IT city of Bengaluru.