Stuttering Linked to Genetics: Study

New Delhi — The mystery behind stuttering may be closer to being solved, as U.S. researchers have found strong evidence that genetics play a significant role in the speech disorder.

Stuttering—marked by repeated syllables or words, sound prolongations,…

ISRO-NASA Earth Observation Satellite Set for July 30 Launch: ISRO Chief

Chennai: The Earth Observation Satellite jointly developed by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and NASA is set to launch on July 30 aboard India’s GSLV-F16 rocket, ISRO Chairman Dr. V. Narayanan announced today.

Speaking to the…

Ivermectin Can Reduce New Malaria Infections in Children by 26%, Study Finds

New Delhi – A new study has revealed that ivermectin, a drug traditionally used to treat neglected tropical diseases, can reduce new malaria infections in children by 26%, offering a potential new tool in the fight against the disease.

Ivermectin…

NISAR Satellite Mission a Triumph of Global Collaboration and Advanced Technology: ISRO

New Delhi — The upcoming launch of the NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) satellite marks a landmark achievement in international collaboration and cutting-edge technology, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) announced.

NISAR…

AI-Powered Jihad: Islamic State’s Alarming Shift in Terror Tactics

New Delhi – As global security agencies confront terror threats on multiple fronts, a disturbing new trend is emerging: terrorist groups like the Islamic State (IS) are leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) to enhance their operations.

The…

Hepatitis B Drugs Severely Underused, Early Treatment Could Save Millions: The Lancet

New Delhi – Medicines to treat Hepatitis B are drastically underused, and initiating treatment early could save countless lives, according to a new study published in The Lancet Gastroenterology & Hepatology.

Hepatitis B virus (HBV) is responsible…

NIT Rourkela Develops Eco-Friendly Biofilm to Combat Industrial Oil Spills and Chemical Waste

New Delhi – Researchers at the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Rourkela have developed an innovative and eco-friendly bacterial biofilm that can effectively degrade phenanthrene—a toxic Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbon (PAH) commonly found in…

India Has 8.52 Million Tonnes of Rare Earth Reserves: Jitendra Singh

New Delhi – India holds around 8.52 million tonnes of rare earth element reserves, Minister of State Dr. Jitendra Singh informed Parliament on Wednesday.

Out of this, 7.23 million tonnes of Rare Earth Oxide (REO) are contained within 13.15…

Air India Completes Fuel Switch Inspections on All Boeing Aircraft, Finds No Issues

New Delhi: Air India announced on Tuesday that it has completed precautionary inspections of the fuel control switch (FCS) locking mechanisms on all Boeing 787 and Boeing 737 aircraft in its fleet, with no faults detected.

The inspections were…

High-Calorie Diet, Not Lack of Exercise, Driving Global Obesity Rise: Study

New Delhi: A new study has found that rising global obesity is more strongly linked to increased calorie consumption than to declining physical activity levels.

While it’s long been believed that reduced physical activity due to industrialisation…