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Experimental drug reduces replication of COVID-19 after infection; shows potential for treatment [details]

According to the multi-institutional study, animal models that were infected with the SARS-CoV-2 virus and treated with a modified form of the drug called GC376 showed a reduction in viral load and improved survival.

Jul 4, 2021

Rahul Gandhi on relief measures: "It's not a package, it's another hoax"

Following the announcement of the Covid Relife package by the Finance Ministry, former Congress President Rahul Gandhi took a jab at the government on Twitter on Tuesday, calling it a "hoax."

Jun 29, 2021

COVID relief: Economic relief measures worth over Rs 6 lakh crore announced [details]

A total of four new measures have also been announced to provide loans to microfinance credit users as well as the tourism industry.

Jun 28, 2021

Electric vehicles will dominate auto sales 5 years sooner than projected: EY Report

According to consultancy firm EY, electric vehicle (EV) sales in the United States, China, and Europe will overtake all other engines five years sooner than previously predicted.

Jun 26, 2021

Fake Vaccination scam: Kolkata Police suspect "something big" but still unsure what was injected

Based on a complaint by Trinamool Congress MP Mimi Chakraborty, Kolkata Police have arrested a man allegedly for running a fake vaccination in Kasba area on the southern fringes of the city.

Jun 25, 2021

Reliance Industries (RIL) Chairman Mukesh Ambani

Reliance AGM 2021 highlights: Top developments, important announcements by Mukesh Ambani

At the 44th RIL Annual General Meeting (AGM), Mukesh Ambani, its chairman and MD, made series of announcements in the telecom, oil-to-chemicals business and retail. Here's a quick look at everything from AGM.

Jun 24, 2021

China to release 50,000 tonnes of aluminium from its reserves; aims to ease price hike [details]

China will release 50,000 tonnes of aluminium from its stocks as part of attempts to lower commodities prices. On July 5, open bidding for the first batch of aluminium will begin.

Jun 23, 2021

New Vaccine Provides Full protection Against Malaria; Leverages Technology Used in COVID-19 Vaccines [Study]

A new mRNA vaccine was found to provide maximum protection against malaria in animal models.

Jun 19, 2021

Meet Alcazar; Hyundai's premium SUV launches in India [everything you need to know]

Hyundai has officially launched its much-awaited Alcazar SUV in India, revealing its "One India One Price" among other details. Read on to find out more.

Jun 18, 2021

Mr. Akhil Poddar - Inspiring many entrepreneurs to live there dream life

Akhil Poddar Said You must gain control over your money or the lack of it will forever control you

Jun 18, 2021

Replace newborn calf serum method: PETA urges DCGI despite govt's clarification [details]

While Health Ministry says that calf serum is used only for the preparation of vero cells, PETA India urges authorities to switch to animal-free media as the serum is obtained from a slaughtered 20-day-old cow that has been separated from its mother.

Jun 17, 2021

Cabinet clears corporatisation of Ordinance Factory Board; unions threaten strike

Seven new government-owned corporate entities, modeled after Defence Public Sector Undertakings (DPSUs) such as Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), would be established as part of the reforms

Jun 17, 2021

Vegan Spider Silk: Will it be an effective alternative to single-use plastics

Researchers have developed a plant-based and sustainable material that could replace single-use plastics in a wide range of consumer products, including vaccine manufacturing.

Jun 14, 2021

3D Covid Masks: Pune-based firm comes up with new masks coated with anti-viral agents

An integration of 3D printing and pharmaceuticals has resulted in a novel type of mask which attacks the virus when viral particles come in contact with it. Developed by Pune-based start-up firm Thincr Technologies India Private Limited, these masks are coated with anti-viral agents known otherwise as virucides.