Canada’s top universities hold strong in global rankings, led by University of TorontoThe University of Toronto remains Canada's top university in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025. Canadian institutio...
07 May, 2025, 01.37 PM IST
Evidence of superbug found in Delhi's stray dogsScientists have discovered and isolated the first live culture of the superbug Candida auris, a disease-causing fungus, from the ear canals...
08 Jul, 2023, 04.39 PM IST
Whole-fat dairy products can guard you against high blood pressure: StudyThe addition of unprocessed red meat or whole grains had little impact on outcomes, the researchers said.
07 Jul, 2023, 08.41 PM IST
This popular food dye can trigger inflammatory bowel diseases, reveals studyAccording to new research, the most widely used food dye is harmful as it leads to children developing inflammatory bowel disease. The colo...
21 Dec, 2022, 08.30 PM IST
'Texas Ranger' 'Top Gun' and 'Die Hard' star Clarence Gilyard Jr passes away at 66, read details'Texas Ranger' Fame Clarence Gilyard Jr passed away at the age of 66. The University of Nevada, Las Vegas confirmed the news of his demise.
29 Nov, 2022, 07.02 PM IST
Treatment for people suffering from Covid vaccine-related blood clots foundThe researchers at the McMaster University recommend a combination of anti-clotting drugs and high doses of intravenous immunoglobulin to c...
01 Jul, 2021, 02.17 PM IST
How scientists are using drones to lower the risk of catastrophic flooding from large glacial lakesHeavy rainfall and rock, snow or ice avalanches can raise water levels in moraine-dammed glacial lakes, generating waves that overtop the m...
07 Jun, 2021, 01.12 PM IST
How common cold viruses are being used in vaccines from Russia, ChinaSome researchers believe the strong immune response that caused problems with gene therapy makes these vectors well suited to vaccines, whe...
31 Aug, 2020, 04.15 PM IST
Avoid staying out in the sun for longer hours, more sunshine linked to higher risk of Covid-19 spreadSunny days can tempt more people to step out.
12 Jun, 2020, 10.33 AM IST
Physical distancing, masks, eye protection may help prevent COVID-19: Lancet studyThe systematic review of existing evidence was commissioned by the World Health Organization, the researchers said.
02 Jun, 2020, 11.36 AM IST
Cap your daily salt intake at 2.5 teaspoons to keep heart safeAny health risk of sodium is eliminated by adding fruits, vegetables, dairy foods, and other potassium-rich foods to your diet.
10 Aug, 2018, 03.43 PM IST
- Bill Gates urges US to lead fight against lethal pandemic
Washington, April 28 (IANS) Microsoft Corporation co-founder Bill Gates has said that the US government is falling short in preparing itsel...
28 Apr, 2018, 06.17 PM IST
Complete genome of elephants mappedScientists have sequenced the complete genome of one of the world's most iconic animal families - elephants, and their relatives mammoths a...
27 Feb, 2018, 12.36 PM IST
Are you addicted to the internet? It might cause depression & anxietyThe unstoppable rise of the internet has given rise to fears that people are becoming unable to cope without regularly going online.
19 Sep, 2016, 07.05 PM IST
A new study claims Milky Way has a mass of 700 billion SunsA galaxy includes not only stars, planets, and other material, but also dark matter, a mysterious form of matter that is not yet detected i...
01 Jun, 2016, 05.59 PM IST
India keen to acquire coal, iron ore mines in CanadaIndia has evinced interest in acquisition of coking coal and iron ore assets in Canada for sustained growth of its steel industry.
17 Jul, 2013, 09.03 PM IST
Ageless actionKhushwant Singh, who was your columnist's beloved first boss, says he is coming on to 98 years and is still earning more than he did in his...
16 Feb, 2012, 03.56 AM IST