Govt to include caste data in population census
The Narendra Modi government has decided to include caste-related information in the forthcoming population censusread moreThe Narendra Modi government has decided to include caste-related informat…
Quickplained: Who is Neha Singh Rathore, the folk singer facing sedition charges for Pahalgam posts?
Neha Singh Rathore, a popular Bhojpuri singer well known for her satirical political songs, has been booked under sedition charges for allegedly making ‘objectionable posts’ in the wake of the …
Pahalgam attack leads to massive cancellation of hotel, flight bookings
Following the terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam, there have been a massive cancellation of bookings of hotels and flights for Kashmir, according to tour and travel operatorsread mo…
Is Russia facing a mystery ‘Covid-like’ virus that makes patients cough up blood?
Reports have emerged of a mysterious ‘Covid-like’ virus spreading in Russia, which has left patients experiencing severe fever and coughing up blood.One woman told local media that by the fifth…
Chartered flight from Iran lands in Goa, a first since Covid-19 pandemic
The flight, operated by Qeshm Air from Iran, landed at Dabolim airport (in South Goa) at 6.30 pm on Wednesday, bringing 140 tourists to the state, a tourism department official said in a releaserea…
HPV knows no gender: Why a women-only approach falls short
While HPV prevention efforts have largely focussed on women, the virus poses significant health risks to men as well emphasising the need for gender-inclusive vaccination strategies to curb its ris…
Vantara goes global to rescue threatened animals; Mexico, Venezuela among nations seeking help
Among Vantara’s 1.5 lakh rescued animals are several hundreds rescued from places as far off as Mexico and Venezuelaread moreThe Vantara animal rescue and rehabilitation centre in Gujarat’s Jam…
Another pandemic? What is HKU5-CoV-2, new Covid-like bat virus found in Wuhan?
Extensive coronavirus research has led to the discovery of a new bat virus called HKU5-CoV-2.According to a
new study published in the medical journal Cell, the new virus can enter human cells usin…
Why a rate cut by RBI will be big news
The Monetary Policy Committe (MPC) of Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is set to conclude its two-day meeting on Friday (February 7).
Economists and market-watchers alike expect Governor Sanjay Malhotra,…
Census to get delayed beyond 2025? What Sitharaman’s Union Budget 2025 hints at
If budgetary proposals are anything to go by, the decadal census is unlikely to be carried out in 2025 as well with a meagre Rs 574.80 crore allocated for the exercise in the Budget presented on…
Like, Subscribe and Share: How India’s influencer count has risen 3 times in 4 years
We all spend countless hours watching reel after reel after reel of our favourite influencers such as Nancy Tyagi, Sakshi Keswani, Prajakta Koli, Bhuvan Bam and many more on social media. For many,…
US withdraws from WHO: What kind of impact may we be looking at?
US President Donald Trump has
signed an executive order to withdraw the United States from the World Health Organisation (WHO) for the second time in less than five terms.
“Ooh,” Trump reacted as he…
Doctor explains: How HMPV compares to COVID-19, flu and RSV in symptoms and spread
Amid rising concerns over the detection of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases in India, health experts have emphasised that the virus is not new and have advised the public to remain calm while…
Four viruses, one winter: What is the ‘Quad-demic’ that the US and UK are grappling with?
The term “quad-demic” refers to the simultaneous surge of four major viruses — COVID-19, flu, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), and norovirus — currently placing immense pressure on healthcare…
HMPV tracker: Are infections surging in India, China and the UK?
As Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases surge in China, other countries are also starting to report cases of infections.
HMPV, a common respiratory virus first identified in 2001, causes symptoms…
HMPV cases rise in India: How virus can cause serious illness in children
India has reported seven cases of human metapneumovirus (HMPV), a respiratory virus whose symptoms are usually similar to a cold. Two infants were infected in Karnataka’s Bengaluru, two children…
HMPV cases: Doctor explains how to protect yourself from the virus
India reported its first confirmed cases of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV), a highly contagious respiratory virus, on Monday. Union Health Minister JP Nadda announced that five cases had been…
Is HMPV similar to Covid-19? Should you be worried?
An outbreak of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) in China has caused global concern.
In India, now has seven confirmed cases of HMPV — cases have been identified in two in Bengaluru, two in Nagpur, two in…
Can the HMPV virus in China trigger a health concern for India?
Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV), a respiratory virus causing flu-like symptoms, has garnered attention after a surge in cases in China.
Identified in 2001, HMPV is known to cause mild to severe…
What is HMPV, the mysterious virus that China is struggling with?
Five years after COVID-19 emerged from China, another mysterious virus is turning heads.
Authorities in China are facing an outbreak of the human metapneumovirus (HMPV) in several parts of the…
PM’s Kuwait visit: Stage set for ‘Hala Modi’ diaspora event, bilateral ties to get major boost, know what’s on platter
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to embark on a two-day visit to Kuwait, starting today, i.e., December 21. This will be the first trip to the Gulf nation by an Indian Prime Minister.
Taking to…
Corporate profit record high, salaries stagnant: Ficci report says mismatch impeding India’s GDP growth
A report by the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (Ficci) and Quess Corp Ltd has raised concerns at some levels in the central government amid declining rate of economic growth….
Could bird flu trigger another pandemic?
H5N1 bird flu, a type of avian influenza, is once again making headlines after dozens of people in the United States were infected with the virus.
Its spread to seven states and Canada this year has…
Why Shaktikanta Das was rated among world’s top central bankers, 6 big feats in 6 years
Shaktikanta Das on Tuesday (December 10) addressed his press conference as the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) governor on his last day in office. Das, twice ranked as the world’s top central banker by…
Why measles cases have risen by 20% across the world
Cases of measles are increasing worldwide.
According to a study, about 10 million people caught the world’s most infectious disease last year, a 20 per cent rise compared with 2022.
A decline in…
Doctor Explains | Loneliness now a mental health epidemic, needs to be tackled to avert social disaster
Young people are now lonelier than ever — and young men are the loneliest.
For decades, young people have reported declining friendships, declining quality of friendships, and rising loneliness. This…
World Heart Day: Lifestyle, pollution & mental health linked to rising heart disease among youth
Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) remain the primary cause of mortality worldwide, resulting in a substantial number of fatalities and disabilities. The alarming statistics from 2021 reveal that CVDs…
India aims for global peace and growth not dominance: PM Modi
India does not seek its dominance but wants to play a role in the prosperity of the world, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Sunday, asserting that India’s role will be crucial in accelerating the…
Pack your bags: How travelling can help keep you young
There’s no denying that travelling is fun.
It is also the most effective form of self-healing.
In addition to improving physical and mental health, new research from an Australian university shows…
How superbugs could kill nearly 40 million people by 2050
It kills millions annually, but little is known about the problem.
Antimicrobial resistance or AMR will kill nearly 40 million people over the next 25 years, according to a new global analysis.
The…
Did COVID accelerate brain ageing among teens?
Although the COVID-19 pandemic is now over, its impacts on teens are still seen today.
According to University of Washington researchers, the coronavirus lockdowns — including school closures,…
Why Kerala Gramin Bank’s loan deductions from relief funds are fuelling debate
The controversy over Kerala Gramin Bank’s decision to deduct loan EMIs from the emergency relief funds given to survivors of the July 30 Wayanad landslides has sparked substantial debate about the…
Independence Day 2024: A look at 10 themes in PM Modi’s address to nation on August 15 since 2014
Since taking office in 2014, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has used his Independence Day addresses to outline his vision for India and address key national issues.
As he delivers his eleventh address…
‘Very grim forecast for next 5 years’: Jaishankar on challenging scenarios in the world
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday said that the world is going through an exceptionally difficult period and if he was to give a five-year forecast of the changing scenarios in the…
India’s ‘Viksit Bharat 2047’ vision, Vietnam’s 2045 vision has spurred growth in both countries, says PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said that he and his Vietnamese counterpart Pham Minh Chinh extensively discussed all areas of mutual cooperation and took several steps to prepare a roadmap…
Harry Singh: Transforming Lives Through Trading Education
Singh’s journey took a pivotal turn during the COVID-19 pandemic when he left his high-paying job to share his trading insights on social media. His practical and effective methods quickly amassed a…
From Vision for a Decade to Developed India by 2047, how Sitharaman’s Budgets have evolved
India’s Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman broke with tradition when she presented her first Union Budget to Parliament in 2019 with a bright red traditional ledger, known as the *bahi-khata* in…
Economic Survey 2024 LIVE: India has lowest per capita land availability among G-20 nations
The Budget Session of Parliament begins today and is expected to end on August 12, depending on the needs of government business.
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the Economic…
Chandipura virus outbreak | Doctor explains should you worry about your kid’s health
The Lancet reported in 2004 about what it called “an emerging human pathogen”, the Chandipura virus, named after the village of the same name in India’s western state Maharashtra’s Nagpur district….
Home delivery of liquor might soon be a reality in these states through…
Low-alcohol drinks such as beer, wine, and liqueurs may soon be delivered by online delivery platforms like Swiggy, Zomato, and BigBasket, according to a report from The Economic Times.
According to…
Modi to visit Vienna, first PM in 41 years: A look at India-Austria ties
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Austria on July 9 and 10 becoming the first Indian leader to travel to the country in 41 years.
PM Modi would first travel to Russia and from there he is…
7 reasons PM Modi’s Russia trip, meeting with Putin in July will be extra special
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to travel to Moscow in the second week next month to hold the annual India-Russia summit level talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
According to a…
Watch: PM Modi greets Pope Francis at G7 Summit in Italy
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday greeted Pope Francis during the ongoing G-7 Summit in Italy.
In a video shared by ANI, Modi could be seen stopping and hugging Pope Francis. The 87-year-old…
Odisha’s new BJP govt opens all 4 gates of Jagannath temple: Why were they closed?
Just hours after assuming office, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Manjhi got into work mode on Thursday and his first order of business was to open all four gates of Puri’s Jagannath Temple for…
Rs 31L crores wiped out from Indian markets in plunge as BJP’s majority hopes dashed
Equity investors suffered a massive loss of Rs 31 lakh crore on Tuesday as markets went into a tailspin with the BSE Sensex tumbling nearly 6 per cent as vote counting trends showed the BJP may not…
Former RBI Governor Raghuram Rajan to join Congress? He says, ‘Rahul Gandhi is…’
Raghuram Rajan, former RBI Governor stated in a recent interview that his family does not want him to enter politics. He expressed, “I have said repeatedly and people still don’t believe me. I am an…
Patanjali misleading ads: SC reserves order on contempt case against Ramdev, Balkrishna, refuses to accept IMA apology
The Supreme Court on Tuesday reserved its order in a contempt of court case against Patanjali Ayurved Ltd, yoga guru Baba Ramdev, and Acharya Balkrishna over the company’s misleading advertisements. A…
India gets a record $111 billion in remittances: What are they, how much do other countries rely on this money?
The International Organisation for Migration (IOM) released its World Migration Report 2024, revealing that in 2022, India soared to the top of the remittances chart, receiving over USD 111 billion….
India’s services exports jumped 11.4% in 2023 despite global uncertainty, China’s contracted 10.1%: UNCTAD
India has once again left China in the dust and is leading the race to become the world’s third largest economy. This time, India has surpassed China in services exports.
According to a UNCTAD report,…
Abhishek Sharma, co-founder of Edansh, highlights transformative impact of AI on education sector, discusses its future
Edansh, a revolutionary force in education since March 2022, gained momentum in January 2023. With a global perspective, it operates in Gurgaon, India, and Maryland, USA. Himanshi Sharma, Abhishek…
‘Supplier of terror now struggling for supply of flour’: PM Modi takes a veiled dig at Pakistan
In a veiled reference to Pakistan, Prime Minister Narendra Modi took a swipe at Pakistan on Friday, saying that a country which was a supplier of ‘aatank’ (terror) is struggling for ‘aata’ (flour)…
Integration of technology is key to a restaurant’s success, says Abhishek Bose, CEO and Founder of My Menu
Mr. Abhishek Bose, CEO and Founder of My Menu has recently authored a book on marketing for the Food and Beverage sector which he feels everybody should read. DNA conversed with him to find out…
83% of unemployed Indians are youth, says International Labour Organisation
India Employment Report 2024 shows that 83 percent of Indian youth are unemployed. According to the International Labour Organisation (ILO), 83 per cent of India’s youth is unemployed. The India Em…
IIT Kharagpur creates National Digital Library for students, here’s how you can avail the unique facility
The National Digital Library of India (NDLI) is a significant initiative supported by the Ministry of Education, Government of India, and developed by the Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur. Its…
Citizenship Amendment Act: Citizenship won’t be revoked, nothing to do with religion, says Centre
The Centres has implemented the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA). Sources say that this law will not revoke the citizenship of any Indian, regardless of their religion. The CAA will grant citizenship…
Centre notifies CAA rules: Here’s a timeline of Citizenship Amendment Act
The Union Home Ministry on Monday notified the rules for implementation of the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), days ahead of the announcement of the Lok Sabha elections schedule. Home Minister Amit…
India selects space travellers for Gaganyaan mission, these four pilots likely to make history
India selects space travellers for Gaganyaan mission, these four pilots likely to make history India will become the fourth country to send a human being into space if the mission proves successful…
‘After independence, Congress party…’: BJP chief JP Nadda at Labharthi Sammelan in Mumbai
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) National President JP Nadda addressed the Labharthi Sammelan in Mumbai on Thursday and took a jab at the grand old party saying that Congress discussed the welfare of the…
Delhi’s CM Kejriwal calls all-party meeting on increased water bills today
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has called an all-party meeting on Thursday on the issue of increased water bills in Delhi. The meeting will be held today at 4 pm at CM’s residence.
The Kejriwal…
‘UPA put family first during 2008 global financial crisis, sent economy nosediving’, says FM Nirmala Sitharaman
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Friday tore into UPA accusing it of economic mismanagement during the 2008 global financial crisis, saying the Congress put the “first family first” and…