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Climate change's growing impact on mental health calls for immediate action

Climate change is increasingly impacting mental health, leading to emotional distress, anxiety, depression, and even suicidal behavior. Despite the clear link, only nine out of 95 countries surveyed by WHO had mental health support in their national health and climate change plans.

Aug 19, 2024

Former Army Chief Gen S Padmanabhan passes away

General Sundararajan Padmanabhan, passed away in Chennai on Monday.

Aug 19, 2024

Indian mission advises use of eCARe facility for transporting mortal remains

Indian Consulate in Shanghai Advocates eCARe for Efficient Repatriation of Mortal Remains

The portal integrates all stakeholders, including consignees, Airport Health Organizations, and airlines. The eCARe portal is a significant advancement in repatriating mortal remains, promising a smoother and faster process.

Aug 19, 2024

Pawan Khera questions success of lateral entry scheme under NDA, calls it "Privatization of IAS"

Congress leader Pawan Khera on Monday questioned the success of the BJP-led Central government's scheme of lateral entry into bureaucracy in 2016, 2017, and 2018, which was implemented based on the recommendations of the Administrative Reforms Commission.

Aug 19, 2024

India is emerging as major defence exporter: Rajnath Singh

Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday praised the nation's overwhelming support for the Agnipath scheme, emphasising India's strides towards self-reliance in the defence sector and its emerging status as a major defence exporter.

Aug 18, 2024

Study discovers gene that can prevent autism

ASD Breakthrough: Gene Discovery Sheds New Light on Autism Spectrum Disorder

Scientists at Rockefeller University have identified a gene, Astrotactin 2 (ASTN2), that could potentially prevent autism. Defects in the ASTN2 protein disrupt neural circuitry in the cerebellum, affecting children with neurodevelopmental conditions. The absence of ASTN2 in mice led to autism-like behaviors and changes in the cerebellum, reinforcing its role in cognitive functions. Future research will focus on examining human cerebellar cells with ASTN2 mutations and investigating other autism-linked genes.

Aug 18, 2024

WHO declares mpox an emergency; 13 African countries, Sweden & Pakistan report cases: Time to panic?

Last week, the Africa CDC reported that the virus has spread to at least 13 African countries and the infected numbers are up by 160 per cent compared to the same period last year, while the deaths increased by 19%.

Aug 18, 2024

PM Modi gives clarion call for Global South to unite amid challenges in new world order

Modi Urges Global South to Unite As New World Challenges Emerge

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi calls for unity among Global South countries amid world challenges.

Aug 17, 2024

Closely monitoring monkeypox situation, no new reported cases in India

India Begins Proactive Measures Against Possible Monkeypox Outbreak

A task force has been formed to manage the situation, with guidelines issued for the management of Monkeypox cases. The government remains vigilant and prepared, drawing lessons from past public health emergencies.

Aug 17, 2024

Released after marathon grilling, ex-principal of RG Kar Medical College arrives at CBI office again

Ex-principal of RG Kar Medical College arrives at CBI office again for 2nd round of grilling

Former controversial principal of state-run R.G. Kar Medical College & Hospital, Dr Sandip Ghosh, arrived again at the CBI's Salt Lake office on Saturday after being interrogated for several hours till late Friday night in connection with the ghastly rape and murder of a junior doctor last week.

Aug 17, 2024

Going global: UAE opens Rupee payment mode via UPI to encourage Indian customers

The government of India has been promoting UPI as a global payment platform. Now merchants in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are accepting payments via UPI in Rupees to attract Indian customers.

Aug 17, 2024

Vandalism at RG Kar Hospital: Calcutta HC raises serious questions on police's role

Vandalism at RG Kar Hospital: Calcutta HC raises serious questions on police role

The Calcutta High Court on Friday raised questions on the role of Kolkata Police in relation to the ransacking of the emergency department of state-run RG Kar Medical College & Hospital.

Aug 16, 2024

Silicon Valley optimistic of India growth story: MR Rangaswami, Indiaspora founder

Indiaspora founder MR Rangaswami, launching the Impact report on the Indian community's contribution on American economy, has said that the Silicon Valley is highly optimistic of the India growth story and many Indian-Americans are investing in the country's start-up ecosystem.

Aug 14, 2024

ECoR adopts advanced ballastless track technology in tunnels

East Coast Railway Embraces Advanced Ballastless Track Technology for Tunnel Projects

The East Coast Railway (ECoR) has taken a significant stride towards enhancing the safety, efficiency, and sustainability of rail transport. The railway authority has adopted advanced ballast less track technology for the construction of new railway tunnel projects within its jurisdiction.

Aug 14, 2024

Severe menopause symptoms could impact brain health: Study

Menopause Symptoms Linked to Cognitive Decline, Sleep Disturbances, Mood Disorders: Study

The research, which involved nearly 1,300 late-postmenopausal women from nine Latin American countries, found that symptoms such as hot flashes, sleep disturbances, and mood disorders were associated with cognitive impairment.

Aug 14, 2024

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Search Results for: nuclear-armed countries

Climate change's growing impact on mental health calls for immediate action

Former Army Chief Gen S Padmanabhan passes away

Indian Consulate in Shanghai Advocates eCARe for Efficient Repatriation of Mortal Remains

Pawan Khera questions success of lateral entry scheme under NDA, calls it "Privatization of IAS"

India is emerging as major defence exporter: Rajnath Singh

ASD Breakthrough: Gene Discovery Sheds New Light on Autism Spectrum Disorder

WHO declares mpox an emergency; 13 African countries, Sweden & Pakistan report cases: Time to panic?

Modi Urges Global South to Unite As New World Challenges Emerge

India Begins Proactive Measures Against Possible Monkeypox Outbreak

Ex-principal of RG Kar Medical College arrives at CBI office again for 2nd round of grilling

Going global: UAE opens Rupee payment mode via UPI to encourage Indian customers

Vandalism at RG Kar Hospital: Calcutta HC raises serious questions on police role

Silicon Valley optimistic of India growth story: MR Rangaswami, Indiaspora founder

East Coast Railway Embraces Advanced Ballastless Track Technology for Tunnel Projects

Menopause Symptoms Linked to Cognitive Decline, Sleep Disturbances, Mood Disorders: Study

Time for India to follow suit? France, Germany, Netherlands, US banned use of EVMs [here's why]

Dhanush's Captain Miller has no buyers in Telugu states? Here's why

Deepika Padukone is a sight to behold in velvet gown; attends Academy Museum Gala with Selena Gomez, Dua Lip [see pics]