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INDIA GARNERING GLOBAL SUPPORT AGAINST CHINA’S NUCLEAR EXPANSION PLANS

14 Sep 2020 07:06 AM IST

Pentagon’s report says that ‘China is expected to at least double the number of its nuclear warheads over the next 10 years’. A top-level meeting at the MEA was held a few days ago to formulate the strategy to take the matter up with the world community and the UN.

Feline alarm: Cats may be catching corona at much higher rates than previously thought

11 Sep 2020 08:10 AM IST

Chinese researchers have found that cats may be catching Covid-19 at much higher rates than thought before, which could mean they have unique ways of fighting off the virus. Researchers from Huazhong Agricultural University, in the Chinese city, took blood samples from 102 cats. Nasal and anal swabs were also

Serum Institute pauses Covid-19 vaccine trials in India

11 Sep 2020 08:02 AM IST

The Serum Institute of India (SII), which was conducting the India trials for the coronavirus vaccine being developed by Oxford University, on Thursday paused the clinical trials of the vaccine in India. The declaration by the Pune-based vaccine manufacturer came a day after Drug Control General of India (DCGI) V.G.

From Depression to Deep Happiness

11 Sep 2020 07:59 AM IST

In the backdrop of the World Suicide Prevention Day, which was observed on Thursday, it is important to know that pain is inevitable but suffering is optional. Once we realise this, our battle with depression would be over once and for all.

Augmenting humans: How prepared are we?

11 Sep 2020 07:55 AM IST

There has been a lot of buzz around Elon Musk’s Neuralink project, which aims to merge the mind and machines to help humans ‘keep pace with artificial intelligence’.

Russia seeks India’s help for Sputnik vaccine Phase-3 trial and production

09 Sep 2020 06:38 AM IST

The Russian government has sought India’s help in manufacturing the Sputnik V vaccine and also to conduct Phase-3 trials or bridging studies in the country, a top official said on Tuesday. Sputnik V, an adenovirus vector-based vaccine, was developed by the Gamaleya Scientific Research Institute of Epidemiology and Microbiology, along

Physiotherapists are using telehealth during Covid-19 to support patients

09 Sep 2020 06:36 AM IST

The World Physical Therapy Day is observed on 8 September every year. The day is an opportunity for physiotherapists from all over the world to raise awareness about the crucial contribution the profession makes to keep people well, mobile and independent. Physiotherapy has always played a very important role in

Maharashtra govt is playing the GST card to hide its inefficiency

09 Sep 2020 06:35 AM IST

The issue of the GST has always been at the forefront of political allegations when it comes to accusing the Central government of not providing enough assistance needed by the state governments. Claiming that the payment of the GST is a legal responsibility of the Centre, the deputy chief minister

War within: It’s Right versus Right at Shimla’s esteemed IIAS

08 Sep 2020 07:06 AM IST

Indian Institute of Advanced Studies is witnessing an unprecedented situation of charges and countercharges being hurled by top office bearers against each other, putting the prestige of the institute at stake.

Yazidis, in danger of becoming extinct today, have deep Vedic connections

08 Sep 2020 07:03 AM IST

For thousands of years they have clung to their ancient religions and customs, despite being incessantly persecuted.

Half-buried newborn miraculously rescued in Andhra village

08 Sep 2020 07:02 AM IST

Some shepherds grazing their cattle heard the baby crying and they found it half-buried. They immediately cleared the mud and called women from the village for help.

‘Customer satisfaction is a priority’, says Atul Gupta, Managing director of RX Infotech Pvt. ltd

07 Sep 2020 17:19 PM IST

In an exclusive conversation with NewsX for its special segment NewsX A-list, Atul Gupta recently spoke about his electronics brand Lapcare and the range of product his company offers. Atul Gupta worked in a medical equipment company for 5 years, starting from 1993. He then started his own company, Infotech