US jobless claims data allays fears over economic slowdown

US Jobless Claims Rise Marginally, Fed Rate Cut Expected

US jobless claims marginally increased, easing fears of a sharp economic slowdown. The US Federal Reserve is expected to cut interest rates to stimulate economic growth. Fed Chair Jerome Powell's upcoming speech is anticipated to provide insights into future policy. The potential rate cut could boost global markets, including India's, by attracting foreign investors. Aug 24, 2024
Mpox

India Braces for Mpox: A New Global Health Threat

The deadly new strain of Mpox, often referred to as monkeypox, has been spreading rapidly across the African continent and beyond, posing a significant threat to global public health. The virus, which was previously confined to isolated regions, is now inching closer to India, with neighboring Pakistan already reporting initial cases. Aug 23, 2024
Mpox

Can Mpox virus spread through air; what precautions you must take?

The Mpox virus, a zoonotic disease primarily found in the tropical rainforest areas of central and west Africa, has been causing concern among health experts worldwide. The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the current outbreak, which has seen over 14,000 cases and 524 deaths, a global health emergency. Aug 21, 2024