India fights COVID-19: Centre removes testing requirements for international travellers
The Indian government on Wednesday said RT-PCR based coronavirus testing requirements for international travellers will be dropped from Thursday.
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Health risks on the rise as heatwave intensifies across Europe: WMO
New York: The dangers associated with the heatwave that’s engulfing the northern hemisphere aren’t over yet, the UN World Meteorological Organization (WMO) warned on Tuesday.
Assam based org, 'Pedal for a Change' calls for sustainable urban transport action in Guwahati
Assam-based organization Pedal for a Change has called for urgent action to promote sustainable urban transport in Guwahati, citing the detrimental effects of pollution and traffic congestion on the city's livelihood and health of its citizens.
Global immunisation rates show sign of post-pandemic rebound
New York: New data from the World Health Organization (WHO) and UN Children’s Fund UNICEF, reveal signs of immunisation services rebounding in some countries, but coverage still falls short of pre-pandemic levels, particularly in low-income countries, putting children at grave risk of disease outbreaks.
Nagaland: Government reinforces total ban on single-use plastic
The Nagaland government has reinforced the total ban on the use of single-use plastic, a move that has been taken by keeping the environment concerns in mind.
‘Low risk’ for humans, as cats in Poland test positive for avian influenza
Polish authorities are investigating all potential sources of infection after some 29 cats were found to be infected with the influenza A virus, similar to those found in birds, the UN World Health Organization (WHO) reported on Sunday.
Unyielding Valour: Stories of heroism emerge as floodwaters recede in Punjab
In the aftermath of receding floodwaters in Majha, tales of unwavering determination and courage have emerged, highlighting the indomitable spirit of the villagers. Among these stories, one stands out—the account of a revenue official who risked his own life to rescue both BSF jawans and civilians from the treacherous currents of Ujh.
Itanagar Zoo welcomes two Royal Bengal tigers, 3 Gharials from Odisha's Nandankanan
Itanagar/UNI: The Itanagar Biological Park, popularly known as Itanagar Zoo, on Monday ‘welcomed’ a pair of adult Royal Bengal Tigers and three freshwater Gharials from Nandankanan Zoo in Odisha.
Sarbananda Sonowal makes major announcements for capacity building of National Institute of Homoeopathy at Kolkata
Kolkata: The Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways and Ayush, Sarbananda Sonowal made major announcements to build capacity at the National Institute of Homoeopathy (NIH) in Kolkata during an event on Monday.
Greenhouse effect: Google doodles to mark Eunice Newton Foote's 204th birthday
New York: Popular search engine Google on Monday paid tributes to American scientist and women’s rights activist Eunice Newton Foote.
Bangladesh: Dengue hospitalisation crosses 20,000
Bangladesh has witnessed the admission of 1,424 dengue patients in recent times, taking the total number of admissions in the country since the start of the year to over 20,000.
South Korea: 49 dead or missing as heavy downpour continues
Continuous rainfall in central South Korea has left 49 people dead or missing in the country, media reports said.
IT employees suffer from kidney stones due to work conditions, warns expert
Hyderabad: A lot of the IT employees spend time in air conditioned offices and lack proper hydration, due to which they suffer from kidney stones and even have signs prostate cancer", a health expert has warned.
IT employees suffer from kidney stones due to work conditions, warns expert
Hyderabad: A lot of the IT employees spend time in air conditioned offices and lack proper hydration, due to which they suffer from kidney stones and even have signs prostate cancer", a health expert has warned.
Spain: 4,000 evacuated from Canary Islands due to wildfires
Madrid: Over 4,000 people have been evacuated on Spain's Canary Islands due to raging wildfires, Spanish media reported on Sunday.
Heatwave conditions to prevail in US, Europe and Japan; mercury to go above 40 degrees Celsius
New Delhi: People in several parts of the United States, Europe, and Japan have been warned against heatwave conditions with temperatures soaring 40 degrees Celsius and above, media reports said.
7.4-magnitude quake hits US's Alaska, tsunami warning issued
Washington/IBNS: A 7.4-magnitude earthquake jolted 106 km south of Sand Point in Alaska on Sunday, the U.S. Geological Survey said.
Delhi floods: Fresh rains create more panic amid slow Yamuna water retreat
New Delhi/IBNS: Heavy rain battered Delhi once again even as the national capital is battling with a severe flood situation following record showers and the release of water from HathniKund Barrage in Haryana owing to swelled water levels in the Yamuna.
Manipur: Ukhrul introduces waste collection cards to combat garbage disposal issue
The town of Ukhrul in Manipur is set to implement waste collection cards for every household, aiming to foster a clean and eco-friendly environment. The unanimous decision was reached during a joint meeting led by Ukhrul's deputy commissioner, Kengoo Zuringla, at the DC conference hall.
Farmer inspires organic agriculture movement in Assam's Dhiria village
Mina Bando, a 45-year-old woman farmer in Dhiria village, nestled in the foothills near the Indo-Bhutan border, has become a beacon of hope for her community. As the President of a Self-Help Group (SHG) supported by SeSTA, Mina has harnessed her newfound skills and knowledge to address pressing issues faced by her village, which is predominantly inhabited by Adivasi, Bodo, and Nepali communities.
Chandrayaan-3's health normal: ISRO updates after successful orbit-raising manoeuvre
New Delhi: Scientists successfully executed the initial orbit-raising manoeuvre of the Chandrayaan-3 spacecraft on Saturday, Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) said.
Chandrayaan-3 lift-off recorded from plane window, video now goes viral
Chennai: A historic sight of Chandrayaan-3's launch from the second launch pad at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota on Friday was caught on camera by a passenger who was flying on a flight.
Critical motor for ISROs Chandrayaan-3 moonshot by Sona College of Technology researchers
Bengaluru: As the world’s eyes are glued to the launch of Indian Space Research Organisation’s (ISRO) indigenous spacecraft to the moon, Chandrayaan-3, at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre at Sriharikota, researchers at Sona College of Technology, Salem will follow the event with bated breath.
Twenty die, several evacuated as flood ravages different parts of South Korea
At least 20 people died and several others have been evacuated from their homes as flood-ravaged different regions of South Korea, media reports said.
Extreme weather highlights need for greater climate action
New York: Scorching temperatures are engulfing large parts of the Northern hemisphere, while devastating floods triggered by relentless rainfall have disrupted lives and livelihoods, underscoring the urgent need for more climate action, the UN World Meteorological Organization (WMO) said on Friday.
Critical motor for ISROs Chandrayaan-3 moonshot by Sona College of Technology researchers
Bengaluru: As the world’s eyes are glued to the launch of Indian Space Research Organisation’s (ISRO) indigenous spacecraft to the moon, Chandrayaan-3, at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre at Sriharikota, researchers at Sona College of Technology, Salem will follow the event with bated breath.
Twenty die, several evacuated as flood ravages different parts of South Korea
At least 20 people died and several others have been evacuated from their homes as flood-ravaged different regions of South Korea, media reports said.
Extreme weather highlights need for greater climate action
New York: Scorching temperatures are engulfing large parts of the Northern hemisphere, while devastating floods triggered by relentless rainfall have disrupted lives and livelihoods, underscoring the urgent need for more climate action, the UN World Meteorological Organization (WMO) said on Friday.
India's third Moon mission commences as Chandrayaan-3 lifts off from Sriharikota
Sriharikota: India's lunar mission Chandrayaan-3 lifted off from Sriharikota in Andhra Pradesh on Friday.
WHO warns this artificial sweetener could be carcinogenic to humans, check out in which food items it is used
Assessments of the health impacts of the non-sugar sweetener aspartame are released on Thursday by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) and the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) Joint Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA).