A new law in Peru treats stingless bees as rights-bearing ecological actorsPeruvian municipalities in Satipo and Nauta have granted legal rights to native stingless bees. These tiny pollinators are now recognized a...
08 May, 2026, 12.11 PM IST
Researchers identify the simplest way to help your cat live longerNew research reveals a startling truth about our feline friends. Letting cats roam freely poses significant risks, leading to shorter lifes...
29 Apr, 2026, 09.15 PM IST
How to clean a ceiling fan without a ladder: A smart, quick methodDust on ceiling fans impacts health and efficiency. Research shows accumulated dust reduces airflow and stresses motors. A simple pillowcas...
22 Apr, 2026, 05.42 PM IST
Why Being Told “Stick to Your Role” Might Mean Something Bigger Is ComingA common complaint from many workers in the US workplace environment is that there seems to be an abrupt change wherein they are now requir...
15 Apr, 2026, 06.02 PM IST
Your eyes can predict whether you are at risk of a stroke: StudyA new study suggests that the shape and size of retinal blood vessels can predict stroke risk almost as accurately as traditional methods. ...
14 Jan, 2025, 02.57 PM IST
Beware of weight loss medications; they can make you go blindA recent study conducted by researchers at Massachusetts Eye and Ear hospital has found a significant link between popular weight loss drug...
05 Jul, 2024, 04.28 PM IST
Government plans unique health IDs linked to Aadhaar infoAuthorities plan to use the Covid inoculation programme to generate unique digital health IDs for citizens.
11 Jan, 2021, 10.36 AM IST
Breathing polluted air can damage optic nerve, cause blindnessGlaucoma, a neurodegenerative disease, is the leading global cause of irreversible blindness.
26 Nov, 2019, 06.10 PM IST
Orient Electric launches EyeLuv LED lights to address the impact of invisible flicker on human eyesThe new range which has flicker-control technology reduces the harmful invisible flicker present in LED light that causes various health co...
01 Jul, 2019, 06.53 PM IST
Financial planning for those with irregular incomeThe issues faced by those who earn irregular income are many, but they are not insurmountable.
14 May, 2018, 01.38 PM IST
India may have 120 mn diabetes patients in the next 20 yearsOn an average, a person suffering from diabetes spends about Rs 25,000 annually to manage the disease.
19 May, 2017, 02.09 PM IST
BBMP defers plan to hire ex-servicemenFor every ward to have a Cleanup Marshal, it could cost the BBMP nearly Rs 8 crore a year. The city spends Rs 600 crore every year on garba...
06 Mar, 2017, 10.57 AM IST
Want to prevent blindness? Have more of green leafy vegetablesIncreased intake of green vegetables lowers the risk of losing vision by 20 to 30 per cent.
17 Jan, 2016, 02.50 PM IST
Study says loss of retina cells could be early sign of FTD in patients with genetic riskA new study has discovered that the loss of retina cells could be one of the earliest signs of FTD in patients with a genetic risk for the ...
05 Sep, 2014, 12.24 PM IST
Sex education in schools should be banned: Harsh Vardhan, Union health ministerHe feels states need to integrate value education with course content and put strong emphasis on exposing students to India's cultural rela...
27 Jun, 2014, 11.19 AM IST
Sun Pharma recalls 1,55,000 eye solution bottles from USSun Pharma, India's most valuable drug company, is recalling 1,55,000 bottles of an eye solution from the US after impurities were discover...
29 Mar, 2012, 06.02 AM IST
- Give your financial portfolio the health booster shot
Financial planning is about securing our future and health insurance is an inalienable part of this future security.
23 Feb, 2011, 02.58 AM IST