Three years after the Mekedatu padayatra, 10 Covid protocol violation cases against CM Siddaramaiah and DCM DK Shivakumar remain unresolved. Learn about the legal scrutiny and calls for withdrawal.
A new study reveals how the COVID-19 lockdowns, or 'Anthropause,' led to evolutionary changes in urban bird beak shapes. Discover the fascinating impact of human activity on nature.
Bombay High Court directs Maharashtra govt to pay Rs 50 lakh compensation to family of a frontline worker who died of Covid after cutoff date. Read the full story.
New projections warn diabetes cases could hit 900 million globally by 2050, driven by modern lifestyles. Learn the causes, impacts, and prevention strategies to combat this silent pandemic.
A Delhi court acquits activist Shabnam Hashmi, citing prosecution's failure to prove charges beyond doubt in a 2020 lockdown violation case. Read the full details of the judgment.
Mumbai University rebounds strongly, awarding 577 PhDs at its Jan 17 convocation, a 44% increase from last year. Prof. Ajay Kumar Sood to be Chief Guest. Details inside.
Mumbai University sees a strong rebound in PhD completions, awarding 577 degrees this year—a 44% increase from 2023. Read about the post-pandemic recovery and key initiatives.
India reports 257 active COVID-19 cases as new variants NB.1.8.1 and LF.7 emerge. Kerala leads, but infections remain mild. Health officials advise vigilance. Get the latest facts and safety guidelines here.
H5N1 avian influenza infects cattle and poultry workers, with 986 global cases since 2003. Experts say human-to-human spread remains unlikely, but vigilance is key. Learn the risks and prevention steps.
Struggling to identify your illness? Learn the distinct symptoms of common cold, influenza, and COVID-19 to take the right action. Read more for a detailed comparison.
Bombay High Court directs Maharashtra to refund stamp duty to an elderly Pune couple who abandoned a flat purchase due to Covid-19 financial and medical crisis. Landmark ruling prevents 'unjust enrichment' by state.
President Donald Trump delivered a prime-time address outlining his administration's actions on border security and the COVID-19 pandemic. Read the full details and analysis here.
Over 650 global experts convened at VIROCON 2025 in Pune to discuss emerging viruses & pandemic preparedness. Key focus on One Health & innovation. Read more.
The US FDA has decided against placing its most serious 'boxed warning' on mRNA COVID-19 vaccines, citing data review. Learn the details and implications for public health policy.
The ASER 2023 report reveals Indian students' foundational learning has bounced back to pre-pandemic levels. Enrollment is high, but challenges remain. Discover the key findings and what they mean for India's education system.
CSIR-NEERI's Environmental Epidemiology Lab in Nagpur, led by Dr. Krishna Khairnar, is now an ICMR Collaborating Centre of Excellence. This boosts India's pandemic preparedness and environmental health research. Discover its global impact.
Karnataka government initiates special recruitment to provide jobs to dependents of the Chamarajanagar oxygen tragedy victims. CIMS sends letters, requests documents. Read the latest update.
Bombay High Court sets aside disqualification of Powai housing society committee for not holding meeting during Covid. Justice cites pandemic restrictions as 'reasonable cause'. Read the full judgment details.
US Senator John Kennedy condemns the massive $1 billion 'Feeding Our Future' pandemic aid fraud scheme, one of the largest welfare fraud cases in US history. Read the shocking details.
A new book details how the Society for Cyberabad Security Council enabled Hyderabad's IT work-from-home shift. Governor launches 'The Extra Mile', praising resilience. Read the inspiring story.
Ghaziabad consumer commission orders Star Health to pay Rs 50k claim, rules treatment method is for doctors, not insurers, to decide. Read the full verdict details.
Mohammed Asif, owner of American Labworks, sentenced for fraudulent COVID-19 test billing scheme. He must repay $1.17 million and faces deportation. Read the full details.
Kolkata's MP Birla Planetarium eyes over 3.5 lakh winter visitors to offset monsoon losses and continue post-Covid recovery. Hindi shows remain most popular. Read more.
An Ahmedabad court sentenced two individuals to three years in prison for forging a Covid-19 positive report to extend bail. Discover the details of the conspiracy and the court's verdict.
IBM CEO Arvind Krishna refutes AI as primary cause of tech layoffs, calling it a 'natural correction' post-pandemic over-hiring. He projects up to 10% AI-led job displacement, but sees long-term hiring growth. Read more.
Mumbai Police arrested a 23-year-old science graduate for stealing valuables worth Rs 1.63 lakh from a retired teacher's flat in Andheri. The accused cited pandemic-induced loss of income from her dance class as the motive. Read the full story.
Oxfam's 2020 report reveals India allocated only 4% of its budget to health, ranking 155th globally. This critical underfunding left the nation vulnerable during the COVID-19 crisis. Read the full analysis.
The pandemic halted an informal cross-border e-commerce network between India and Bangladesh that had flourished for years. Discover how this underground trade route operated and its economic impact.
Leaked FDA memo claims 10 children died from COVID vaccines, sparking national safety debate. Experts question evidence as new vaccine rules promised. Read full details.
Internal FDA memo claims 10 children died from COVID-19 vaccines, sparking expert criticism. Learn about the controversy and vaccine safety data. Read more.