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Gut microbiome changes may signal onset of rheumatoid arthritis

Researchers have identified changes in the gut microbiome makeup that lead to the onset of rheumatoid arthritis, providing a window of opportunity for targeted treatments.

14 days ago

Rural markets stay ahead of urban centres in growth for FMCG goods: NielsenIQ

Rural markets outpace urban centres in growth for FMCG goods: NielsenIQ

India's fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector grew 5.7 per cent by value and 4.1 per cent by volume in the July-September quarter driven by rural demand which grew faster than urban markets for the third consecutive quarter, according to the latest report by consumer intelligence firm NielsenIQ.

14 days ago

Gold prices rise to 3-month high on back of safe-haven demand

Gold prices set to fall further after Donald Trump's win

Gold prices continue to fall after the US presidential election and on Thursday, the December future contracts of gold on MCX opened with a decline of 0.37 per cent at Rs 76,369 per 10 grams, while silver December future contracts were trading 0.24 per cent low at Rs 90,601 per kg.

15 days ago

Sensex sheds 849 points ahead of key US Fed meet

The Indian stock market closed in red on Thursday as there was heavy selling in all sectors except PSU banks.

15 days ago

ED conducts raids on multiple sellers linked to e-com players including Amazon, Flipkart

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Thursday conducted raids on multiple sellers across the country -- linked to e-commerce platforms including Amazon and Flipkart -- over alleged money laundering activities.

15 days ago

Inability to provide minimum security: India cancels consular camps in Toronto

The Consulate General of India in Toronto has cancelled several consular camps, initially planned to issue life certificates to Indian pensioners, due to security agencies' inability to provide minimum protection amid recent violence by Khalistani extremists.

15 days ago

Sensex and Nifty down 1 pc in early trade amid heavy selling

Sensex and Nifty down 1 percent in early trade amid heavy selling

The Indian stock market opened in red on Thursday as heavy selling was seen in metal, auto, financial service, pharma, FMCG, energy, private bank and infrastructure sectors in early trade.

15 days ago

RBI Governor rules out immediate rate cut as inflation still a concern

Reserve Bank of India Governor Shaktikanta Das on Wednesday said that although the central bank had shifted towards a softer neutral monetary policy stance to spur growth, this did not mean that an interest rate cut would happen immediately

16 days ago

Madras HC allows veterinarian to visit infant monkey he cared for ten months

The Madras High Court on Wednesday granted permission to Coimbatore-based veterinary surgeon, V. Valliappan, to meet an infant monkey he rescued and cared for over ten months after it sustained injuries from a stray dog attack.

16 days ago

Why is the US healthcare the world's most expensive?

India's healthcare delivery sector to reach $250 billion by 2029: Report

India's healthcare delivery sector is expected to reach $250 billion by 2029

16 days ago

FINANCE MINISTRY TELLS BANKS TO GIVE MORE LOANS FOR AGRI-ALLIED ACTIVITIES

DFS Pushes for Enhanced Loan Availability in Agri-Allied Activities

The Finance Ministry is urging banks to enhance credit for animal husbandry, dairying, and fisheries to meet set targets. The Centre's focus is on affordable credit for the allied sector, with a 54% budget increase for the Department of Fisheries.

16 days ago

PhonePe raises $350 mn at $12 billion valuation

PhonePe and Bharat Connect team up for simple National Pension Scheme contributions

PhonePe in collaboration with Bharat Connect has launched a new feature that allows contributions to the National Pension System (NPS) via its platform. This development, announced on November 6, 2024, is set to transform the way millions of users contribute to their NPS accounts making the process seamless, secure, and straightforward.

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