India

How recent amendments in EIA norms make them prone to violations

18 Sep 2020 09:29 AM IST

The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change issued the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) draft, 2020 on 23 March this year but made it available for public opinion on 11 April 2020. Normally, the time available for public opinion is 60 days. The publication of the draft in the gazette

AS WEST BENGAL REELS UNDER SEX TRAFFICKING, VICTIMS NEED A SECOND CHANCE IN THESE DIFFICULT PANDEMIC TIMES

17 Sep 2020 07:55 AM IST

Considering the geopolitical scenario of West Bengal, I have always felt that health, education, social security and empowerment are the needs of the hour for every woman in the state. The state shares international borders with Bangladesh and Nepal. It is well-connected with other states as well. Also, West Bengal

How beauty industry can beat the Covid blues with an innovative digital push

16 Sep 2020 08:37 AM IST

The beauty industry in India has steadily grown during the past few years. The consistent growth can also be strongly accredited to the online sales of beauty products, premiumisation and an inclination towards organic and ethical brands, making it a $14 billion industry which is expected to grow further to

We are not alone? Possible sign of alien life detected on Venus

16 Sep 2020 08:26 AM IST

Scientists have spotted a possible marker of life on Venus, a planet which has not been a significant part of the search for life because of its extreme temperatures, atmospheric composition and other factors. The astronomers were surprised when they found the presence of a chemical called “phosphine” in the

Will Covid become seasonal virus?

16 Sep 2020 08:22 AM IST

With over 80,000 people losing the battle against the pandemic in India, scientists now fear that Covid-19 is here to stay and will continue to cause outbreaks year-round until herd immunity is achieved.

Chanda Kochhar’s husband tests Covid-19 positive, probe officials quarantine themselves

15 Sep 2020 08:05 AM IST

Former ICICI Bank chairman Chanda Kochhar’s husband Deepak Kochchar who was recently arrested in a money laundering case by the Enforcement Directorate has tested positive for Covid-19. Kochhar has been admitted to the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) here, the businessman’s legal team confirmed to IANS over the

How Bengaluru lost the corona plot after an impressive start

15 Sep 2020 08:01 AM IST

Bengaluru has now clocked more than 1.7 lakh cases, racing ahead of Mumbai. The city is now only behind Delhi, which has registered 2.18 lakh cases as on Sunday night.

MODI 2.0: THE BIG GDP DEBATE

15 Sep 2020 07:56 AM IST

As far as the GDP drop is concerned, one needs to understand that it’s a global phenomenon and India is not alone. But in our case, we at least had a bright spot with the agriculture sector, growing by a healthy 3.4% in the aforesaid quarter.

Rafales aren’t the only ones! India’s massive defence push

14 Sep 2020 07:23 AM IST

India has made a significant and prioritised advancement in the field of defence procurement in the last few years. With the latest induction of the Rafale jets, the country has taken its air power to new heights. However, the Rafale is probably the only talked about inclusion in the recent

Health Ministry suggests Chyawanprash and yoga for post-Coronavirus care

14 Sep 2020 07:16 AM IST

The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has issued guidelines for coronavirus survivors stating that “a holistic approach is required for follow up care and well-being of all post-Covid-19 recovered patients.” The guidelines stated that patients should take medicines prescribed by AYUSH. “It is also suggested by the Ministry of

Bengaluru scientists develop ‘Corona canon’ to neutralise virus

14 Sep 2020 07:13 AM IST

As scientists around the world continue to sweat day and night to develop an effective Covid vaccine, Bengaluru-based Organisation de Scalene has come with a device called Shycocan (Scalene Hypercharge Corona Canon) which has the ability to neutralise Covid-19 that might be floating in the air in closed spaces or

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.