New Mpox strain poses a notable risk to children: Experts

Mpox Cases Continue at Low Levels, Vaccination Efforts Intensify

The global outbreak of Clade II mpox, primarily spread through intimate contact, continues with a survival rate of over 99%. The CDC suggests that two doses of the mpox vaccine can prevent the disease, and the antiviral drug TPOXX is being tested for treatment. Sep 9, 2024
Indians love beating Australia in any form of cricket, says Usman Khawaja

Indians love beating Australia in any form of cricket, says Usman Khawaja

As the Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) draws near, veteran left-handed opener Usman Khawaja has acknowledged the fact that the Indian team takes great joy in defeating Australia in cricket, regardless of the format, while reflecting on historic rivalry that has only intensified over recent years. Sep 9, 2024
SC dismisses Abhishek Banerjee's plea against ED summons

SC dismisses Abhishek Banerjee's plea against ED summons

The Supreme Court on Monday dismissed a plea filed by the Trinamool Congress leader Abhishek Banerjee -- the nephew of West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee -- and his wife Rujira Banerjee, challenging the ED summons in a money laundering case linked to the alleged coal scam. Sep 9, 2024
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Strike by over 2,500 doctors hit OPD services across Punjab

Medical services in state-run hospitals in AAP-ruled Punjab, largely in rural areas, were severely affected on Monday, following a strike by over 2,500 doctors over demands, including reinstatement of the assured career progression scheme and safety measures. Sep 9, 2024