NCP to celebrate Independence Day by reading the Constitution
Mumbai, Aug 14 (IANS) The Ajit Pawar-led Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) will celebrate Independence Day by reading the Preamble of the Constitution across Maharashtra. This is to expose the Opposition’s fake narrative of changing Constitution spread during the recent Lok Sabha election and also to reiterate NCP’s commitment to adhere to the Constitutional norms. Maharashtra […]
Tejas, Sarang dazzle in first-ever multinational air exercise hosted by India
Sulur (Tamil Nadu), Aug 14 (IANS) Several aircraft, including indigenously manufactured helicopters Sarang and LCA Tejas, on Tuesday showcased their prowess in the multinational air exercise ‘Tarang Shakti’ being hosted by the Indian Air Force (IAF) for the first time. The first of the two-phased air exercise was held at the Sulur air base in […]
Three jobs away from fulfilling 1 lakh job promise: Assam CM
Guwahati, Aug 14 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday announced that the BJP-led government in the state is just three jobs away from fulfilling its poll promise of giving 1 lakh government jobs to unemployed youth. He also said that the transfer posting of state government employees will be done through a […]
‘No woman is safe in Bengal’, Amit Malviya fires fresh salvo at Bengal govt over doctor’s rape-murder
Kolkata, Aug 14 (IANS) The BJP on Tuesday accused the West Bengal government of attempting to tamper with evidence in connection with the rape and murder of a woman junior doctor at the state-run R.G. Kar Medical College and Hospital last week, stating that no woman is safe in West Bengal. After members of the […]
BJP to ask 51 questions on behalf of Mumbaikars during Congress’ ‘Nyay Yatra’
Mumbai, Aug 14 (IANS) Mumbai BJP Chief Ashish Shelar said on Tuesday that the party will ask 51 questions on behalf of Mumbaikars during Congress’s ‘Nyay Yatra’ to be held in the state ahead of the upcoming Assembly election. “The moment Congress’ ‘Nyay Yatra’ reaches Mumbai, we will ask ‘khata-khat 51 questions’ to them on […]
Late diagnosis of appendix cancer a concern, say experts
New Delhi, Aug 14 (IANS) Being typically asymptomatic until later stages, it is difficult to diagnose appendix cancer, which can affect treatment outcomes, said experts on Wednesday. August is appendix cancer awareness month. The appendix is a pickle organ attached to the colon. Appendicitis is a common problem, but appendicular cancer is rare. It is […]
Novel self-powered smart fabric may enhance your health
New Delhi, Aug 14 (IANS) Imagine clothing that not only keeps you warm during winter walks but also harnesses solar energy to do so, or a shirt that monitors your heart rate and temperature seamlessly. A team of Canadian researchers on Wednesday announced a smart fabric with these remarkable capabilities. The innovative fabric, created by […]
Severe menopause symptoms could impact brain health: Study
New Delhi. Aug 14 (IANS) A new study on Wednesday suggests that severe menopause symptoms, such as hot flashes and depression, can negatively affect cognitive function in postmenopausal women. Globally, more than 24 million people are living with dementia. As the global population ages, dementia diagnoses are increasing. Estimates suggest 4.6 million new cases are […]
S. Korea sees rise in Covid infections among children as summer wave spreads
Seoul, Aug 14 (IANS) Amid rising Covid-19 cases in South Korea, infections in children have witnessed a jump this month, hospital data showed on Wednesday. Data compiled by the Korea Children’s Hospital Association from 42 paediatric hospitals showed that there were 1,080 children with Covid from August 5-9, compared with 387 between July 22 and […]
ECoR adopts advanced ballastless track technology in tunnels
Bhubaneswar, Aug 14 (IANS) The East Coast Railway (ECoR) has adopted advanced ballastless track technology in the construction of new railway tunnel projects in its jurisdiction that will ensure safety, efficiency and sustainability of rail transport, said ECoR sources on Tuesday. The ECoR initially started ballastless track in tunnel with Rheda 2000 Block System for […]
