Climate change, pollution push oceans to tipping point, UN report saysA new UN report reveals a "deepening crisis" in ocean health, driven by climate change, pollution, and overfishing. Rising sea levels, acid...
18 Jun, 2026, 10.33 AM IST
India leads consensus on future of agriculture as BRICS adopts historic Indore declarationThe declaration outlines several landmark decisions aimed at strengthening food security, farmer welfare, climate-resilient agriculture, ag...
13 Jun, 2026, 10.39 PM IST
First AI-designed 'universal vaccine' tested in humans: UK researchersA groundbreaking vaccine, designed entirely by artificial intelligence, has been tested in humans for the first time. This experimental jab...
05 Jun, 2026, 08.15 PM IST
How an Australian connection helped Shaily Mehrotra build a Rs 1,500-crore Indian skincare brandA gap in science-backed skincare products in the Indian market prompted Shaily Mehrotra to start Fixderma, with an aim to solve common skin...
05 Jun, 2026, 05.36 PM IST
Gene therapy for cholesterol: Initial test results cheerA new gene editing medicine, VERVE-102, offers hope for millions with heart conditions. Eli Lilly's drug showed significant reductions in b...
27 May, 2026, 05.30 AM IST
New tree genus discovered in South America turns out to be a distant relative of tomatoes and potatoesAfter over two decades of study, scientists have officially named Daturodendron absconditum, a new genus of tree discovered in the Colombia...
07 May, 2026, 03.43 PM IST
Eyes the size of a pizza and longer than a bus - the ocean's most mysterious monster just showed up in Western Australia and scientists are stunnedScientists found signs of a giant squid in deep waters near Western Australia using DNA in seawater. The study also showed many unknown sea...
06 May, 2026, 09.46 PM IST
Whale Culture Is Real: They Pass Down Traditions Across Generations, Creating Cultural Systems in the OceanWhales exhibit intelligence and create cultures passed down through generations. These learned behaviors include unique migration patterns,...
04 May, 2026, 05.36 PM IST
How to Use Coconut Milk on Hair for Longer, Fuller-Looking StrandsCoconut milk is a popular DIY hair care ingredient. Many believe it makes hair grow faster. Science suggests coconut oil reduces hair break...
28 Apr, 2026, 07.06 PM IST
Quality and branding: The twin pillars of India’s global horticulture pushA coordinated push involving policy support, private investment, and technology adoption can help India shift from volume-driven to value-l...
21 Apr, 2026, 10.06 AM IST
Think a glass of wine is harmless? Apollo neurologist warns moderate drinking may increase dementia riskA new 2025 study in BMJ Evidence Based Medicine suggests even moderate alcohol consumption raises dementia risk. Neurologist Dr. Sudhir Kum...
05 Nov, 2025, 07.05 PM IST
Genetic goldmine? Privacy crisis looms as millions of people’s DNA could be sold following 23andMe facing bankruptcy and uncertain futureDNA testing firm 23andMe has filed for bankruptcy. There are concerns about the safety of customer genetic data, with some experts advising...
25 Mar, 2025, 02.05 AM IST
23andMe’s Bankruptcy: Is your DNA at risk? How its collapse could impact your data security23andMe’s Bankruptcy: Genetic testing company 23andMe has filed for bankruptcy after struggling with financial difficulties and strategic m...
25 Mar, 2025, 12.41 AM IST
Your genes can reveal a lot about you: StudyIncreasingly, scientists are collecting large amounts of data to be kept in biobanks - repositories that store genetic data and other biosp...
01 Jul, 2023, 10.38 AM IST
Srikrishna panel makes exception for government to collect, store, use personal dataThe bill states that personal data may be processed by the State if it is necessary for function of Parliament.
28 Jul, 2018, 04.58 PM IST
- Scientists discover hundreds of new 'smart genes'
Sydney, June 27 (IANS) Scientists have identified hundreds of new genes associated with intelligence.
27 Jun, 2018, 01.02 PM IST
- Bring rational regulatory regime for rDNA biotech products
The modern biotech industry represents the accrual of economic benefits by the application of recombinant DNA.
28 Mar, 2007, 02.08 AM IST