Scientists find cellular culprit behind age-related abdominal fat

New York (IANS) A team of US researchers has uncovered the cellular culprit behind age-related abdominal fat, providing new insights into why our midsections widen with middle age. 

Published in the journal Science, the findings suggest a novel…

Just 3 minutes of moderate activity daily can boost heart health in elderly

New Delhi (IANS) Just three minutes a day of moderate activity may be enough to boost better heart health in older adults, according to a study. 

Previous studies have shown that as people age, many do not engage in physical activity, increasing…

India to soon launch safety assessment rating for trucks and heavy vehicles: Nitin Gadkari

New Delhi (IANS) In a major step towards improving road safety, the Centre is planning to introduce a safety assessment rating system for trucks and commercial vehicles, Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari said on Thursday. 

Over 70pc Indians seeking GenAI to boost productivity, communication skills: Report

New Delhi (IANS) More than 70 per cent of Indians are seeking generative artificial intelligence (Gen AI) tools to boost their productivity as well as communication skills, a new report said on Friday. 

The report by Google and Kantar, based…

Common diabetes drug may help manage knee arthritis, obesity

New Delhi (IANS) A common diabetes drug can help reduce pain in people with knee osteoarthritis (OA) and obesity, as well as delay the need for knee replacements, revealed a study on Friday. 

Researchers from Monash University in Australia…

Optiemus joins Taiwan’s Avix to make high-tech drone parts in India

New Delhi (IANS) In a major boost to the ‘Make in India’ initiative, Optiemus Unmanned Systems on Wednesday announced that it has partnered with Taiwan-based Avix Technology to jointly develop and manufacture high-performance drone cameras, gimbals,…

Being omnivorous or vegan makes no difference to muscle building after weight training

New York (IANS) Does the source of protein — plant or animal-based — make any difference to muscle gain? The answer is no, said researchers on Monday, adding that being omnivorous and vegan makes no difference to muscle building after weight training. 

Scientists link fatty, sugary diets with impaired brain function

Sydney (IANS) In a significant study, researchers have linked fatty and sugary diets to impaired cognitive function. 

The team from University of Sydney looked at the relationship between high-fat, high-sugar (HFHS) diets, particularly those…

2nd batch of BrahMos missiles sent to Philippines in boost to defence exports

New Delhi (IANS) In a significant boost to India’s defence exports, the second batch of batteries of BrahMos supersonic cruise missile system has been dispatched to the Philippines. 

The first battery was sent in April 2024 in an IAF aircraft,…

ISRO’s SpaDEX mission successfully achieves 2nd docking of satellites: Minister

New Delhi (IANS) Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh on Monday said that the ISRO’s SpaDEX mission has successfully achieved second docking of satellites. 

In a post on X social media platform, the minister said he is "glad to inform that the…