India to host two-day BRICS anti-drug agencies meet in Guwahati from June 6Guwahati will host a crucial two-day BRICS meeting from June 6, bringing together anti-drug agency heads to bolster intelligence sharing an...
05 Jul, 2026, 02.24 PM IST
Death in a vial: Five cases lay bare many uncomfortable truths about Indian healthcareFive young mothers in Kota died after childbirth, with suspicion falling on oxytocin injections. Investigations revealed the vials containe...
05 Jul, 2026, 08.32 AM IST
Even regular exercise can't beat the damage done by this common daily habit that increases cancer risk, scientists warnA new study by researchers at the University of Glasgow suggests that spending long, uninterrupted hours sitting may increase the risk of d...
04 Jul, 2026, 07.59 PM IST
Delhi government clears Rs 8,300-crore for 7-year programme to combat air pollutionIn a bid to improve air quality, the Delhi government has introduced an ambitious seven-year project worth Rs 8,300 crore, primarily funded...
03 Jul, 2026, 06.57 PM IST
ADB approves USD 230 million loan to modernise water supply and sanitation in ChennaiChennai's water infrastructure is set for a major upgrade with a USD 230 million loan from the Asian Development Bank. This initiative aims...
03 Jul, 2026, 05.10 PM IST
At least 3,700 excess deaths reported during heatwave in France, Belgium and NetherlandsEurope is grappling with the aftermath of a severe June heatwave, which has resulted in an estimated 3,700 excess deaths across France, the...
03 Jul, 2026, 02.00 PM IST
Quote of the day by Denzel Washington: 'My faith helps me understand that circumstances don't dictate my happiness, my inner peace' offers life advice on how to find bliss amidst chaos, face challenges with courage to overcome difficult phasesQuote of the day by Denzel Washington teaches a timeless lesson about emotional strength and personal resilience. It shows that lasting hap...
03 Jul, 2026, 05.59 AM IST
Yotta Data Services in talks with PE funds to raise $1 billionYotta Data Services is reportedly seeking $1 billion from global and domestic funds, aiming to sell a 25-30% stake at a $3 billion valuatio...
03 Jul, 2026, 01.20 AM IST
Gas plants for US data centers to be major source of climate change-linked emissions, report saysThe Environmental Integrity Project reviewed 74 gas-fired US power plant projects proposed or planned to provide electricity directly to ...
01 Jul, 2026, 11.25 PM IST
'WhatsApp has to worry, not us': Govt warns messaging platform over fraud risks as username feature sparks privacy debateThe recently announced WhatsApp username feature is under scrutiny, amid concerns over impersonation and scams. While WhatsApp claims safeg...
01 Jul, 2026, 03.20 PM IST
Tamil Nadu doctor on Italy trip with family says Europe feels hotter than India: 'At least in India we have ACs'A Tamil Nadu doctor travelling with his family in Italy during Europe's ongoing heatwave said the weather felt "worse than in India" despit...
01 Jul, 2026, 12.29 AM IST
Extreme heat adds pressure to food supplies already hit by warMeteorologists warn of prolonged high temperatures due to El Niño, compounding climate change impacts and already high farming costs. This ...
29 Jun, 2026, 10.28 AM IST
AI platform developed to support doctors, frontline workers with verified health intelligenceA Chennai-based epidemiologist has launched HIVE, an AI-powered platform designed to deliver verified, evidence-based healthcare intelligen...
27 Jun, 2026, 11.31 AM IST
WHO seeks details from India over oxytocin-linked deaths; licences of manufacturer cancelledThe World Health Organisation (WHO) has sought details from the Indian government after reports linked oxytocin injections made by Jackson ...
26 Jun, 2026, 06.10 PM IST
Heatwave linked to 212 deaths in Spain Sunday-Wednesday: Public instituteSpain is grappling with a severe heatwave, with preliminary estimates suggesting over 200 deaths between Sunday and Wednesday. This follows...
25 Jun, 2026, 02.40 PM IST
India’s next big challenge: From welfare delivery to human developmentThe National Family Health Survey 2023-24 reveals India's success in expanding welfare delivery and essential service access, reaching near...
23 Jun, 2026, 11.38 PM IST
Study identifies 74 locations in human genome related to anxiety symptomsScientists have pinpointed 74 genetic locations linked to anxiety symptoms, with 39 being newly identified. This extensive research, involv...
22 Jun, 2026, 04.43 PM IST