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In 1916, chemists hunting a soap substitute made a cleaner that worked in hard water, and laundry detergent changed washing foreverThe demand for cleaner solutions during World War I led to the invention of synthetic detergents. These groundbreaking products outperforme...
Indian cancer patients battle shortage of key drugs as platinum costs surgeCancer patients in India are struggling to find essential platinum-based drugs. A surge in global platinum prices and supply chain issues a...
5 mid-cap stocks from different sectors with an upside potential of 13 to 24% in one year, according to analystsWhen mid-caps were rising, every concern on valuation was treated as unnecessary caution. Investors who advised patience were told they wer...
India's biggest trade bet comes with six red flagsIndia may be adding more trade partners, but its latest FTA report card comes with several red marks. A new study by the Global Trade Resea...
India’s anti-obesity drug market sees slower growth after initial surge in generic semaglutide salesIndia's anti-obesity drug market sees a slowdown after initial generic semaglutide sales. Demand has eased from its peak, with growth moder...
Root cause: India’s spice crown under threat as quality concerns trace back to farmsFarm-level traceability, quality, value addition, and branding are key to converting export scale into global trust, according to experts.
Can replacing sugary beverages with ‘healthy’ alternatives help you lose weight? Stanford-trained longevity expert says: ‘Why you switch…’Longevity expert Peter Attia clarifies the impact of switching to artificially sweetened beverages for weight loss. While some studies show...
Anushka Sharma gets called out by The Liver Doc for promoting ‘witchcraft’ homeopathy: ‘She is irrational…’Actress Anushka Sharma's Instagram post praising homeopathy has ignited a fierce debate. She shared her positive experiences with the alter...
FDA approval puts Wockhardt’s Zaynich in $9 billion antibiotics marketWockhardt's new antibiotic, Zaynich, has received US FDA approval. This drug uses a novel mechanism to fight drug-resistant bacteria. It ta...
Psychology suggests adults who dim the lights long before bed aren’t being dramatic: They’re protecting the slow transition the mind needs because bright evenings can keep the body externally cuedResearchers uncover the mystery behind dimming the lights before bedtime. It turns out this soothing practice sends a message to the brain ...
Molecule glue drugs shake up cancer care, draw big moneyHarvard-born idea doubles survival in trials, triggers pharma frenzy as cos race to target 'undruggable' proteins with next-gen glue therap...
IMEC, Indo-Pacific routes key to reducing Hormuz dependence: EYIndia is urged to diversify its trade routes and develop new corridors like IMEC and the Indo-Pacific route. This aims to lessen dependence...
Skymap Pharma to buy state-run Indian Medicines Pharma for Rs 121 croreThe inter-ministerial committee has officially sanctioned the acquisition of the Indian Medicines Pharmaceutical Corporation by Skymap Phar...
Government okays Skymap Pharmaceuticals' Rs 121-cr bid to buy IMPCLThe government has approved the sale of Indian Medicines Pharmaceutical Corporation Ltd. Skymap Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd will acquire the co...
In 1920, a husband’s homemade fix for his wife’s finger cuts led to the adhesive strip revolution in everyday medicine that changed how people treat cuts and scrapesEarle Dickson's home-grown invention, the Band-Aid, revolutionized minor wound care. Frustrated by gauze slipping and bandages failing, he ...
Forget pills? This humble vegetable juice slashes blood pressure in just 14 days, biggest study everNew research from the University of Exeter reveals beetroot juice significantly lowers blood pressure in older adults. Drinking nitrate-ric...
PM Modi’s gift fits a long tradition of political candyPontrefact cakes are liquorice sweets. They are small and black with a medicinal-sweet taste which liquorice lovers adore, and everyone els...
Kerala’s healthcare gold rush: How private equity is reshaping hospitals and raising fears over costsPrivate equity funds are pouring hundreds of millions of dollars into Kerala’s healthcare sector, reshaping a system long dominated by inde...
The quick bathroom fix that can finally restore your yellowed toilet seatYellowing toilet seats are a common issue caused by chemical reactions, not poor hygiene. Harsh cleaners can worsen the problem. A simple 3...
Competition watchdog flags treatment pricing issues at private hospitals in Delhi-NCRThe Competition Commission of India observed that patients in Delhi-NCR super-speciality hospitals often depend on in-house services, creat...