Health

Antonio Guterres calls for an end to ocean ‘plunder’ as UN summit opens in France

With the Mediterranean glittering in the background, UN Secretary-General António Guterres opened the Third United Nations Ocean Conference on Monday, delivering a blunt indictment of humanity’s fractured relationship with the sea.

Indian astronaut's space odyssey: Shubhanshu Shukla to pilot Axiom-4 mission to ISS on June 10

Years after Wing Commander Rakesh Sharma added a jewel to the crown of India's space story, Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla will create history by becoming the second person from the South Asian nation to go for a spaceflight on June 10.

Delhi sizzles past 40°C for first time in June, IMD issues yellow alert for four days

New Delhi: Delhi residents reeled under intense heat on Sunday as the mercury climbed past the 40 degrees Celsius mark for the first time this June.

Drifting architects: Plankton, climate, and the race to understand our changing ocean

They drift unseen, but everything depends on them. Plankton – the ocean’s lifeblood – regulate the climate, feed the seas, and shape life on Earth. On the French Riviera, scientists are racing to unlock their secrets before the hush of their decline echoes across the planet.

Air pollution has a direct link with premature birth, study finds

A new study by Emory University researchers, published in Environmental Science & Technology, found that exposure to the tiny particles in air pollution during pregnancy can disrupt maternal metabolisms, altering key biological pathways.

Being in nature can help people better manage their chronic back pain: Study

A new study has revealed that spending time in or around nature can provide people suffering from chronic lower back pain with a degree of escapism that helps them better manage their physical discomfort.

Serum Institute launches conclave in Kolkata to raise awareness about HPV and cancer prevention

Kolkata/IBNS: The 'Conquer HPV and Cancer Conclave 2025' was launched in Kolkata as part of a nationwide public health campaign by the Serum Institute of India (SII).

AIDS still killing one person every minute, says UN

AIDS-related deaths have dropped to their lowest level since 2004, but progress remains precarious, with the disease still claiming one life every minute, as per the UN.

Startup Matri brings period pain relief device, scales reach through Amazon

Kolkata: Women can now deal with period pain with a device designed to tackle period cramps, without medicines or side effects, claim the makers of the product.

India sees steep rise in COVID-19 infections with over 3000 active cases at present

New Delhi/IBNS: India has witnessed a steep spike in COVID-19 cases in the past week, with the number of active infections in the country surging over 3,000 at present.

India's 'Tiger Man' Valmik Thapar dies after battling cancer

Renowned conservationist Valmik Thapar, who is widely known as India's ‘Tiger Man’, died after battling cancer on Saturday.

India's Covid-19 tally inches closer to 3,000, Kerala worst-hit

New Delhi/IBNS: The tally of fresh Covid-19 cases have spiked to almost 3,000 with the southern state of Kerala adding the highest number of infections.

WHO warns flavoured nicotine products driving youth addiction

For most nicotine users today, their first experience with the drug is a flavoured product – making it easier, and more appealing, to try, as per the UN World Health Organization (WHO).

Manipal Hospital trains Gariahat hawkers in CPR, heart disease awareness

Kolkata: Manipal Hospital Dhakuria recently organized a training session for the Gariahat Hawkers at the hospital premises to share insights on the symptoms of heart diseases and stressed on early diagnosis

India's River Dolphin: Clear And Present Danger

The lovable river dolphin of India is in danger of survival and needs urgent conservation efforts as the first ever survey on the species published recently reveal, writes Ranjita Biswas

Earth's average temperature between 2025-2029 may breach 1.5 °C limit: UN report

A new report from the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), the UN's weather and climate agency, on Wednesday warned that global temperatures will likely continue rising, with an 80 per cent chance that at least one year between now and 2029 will be even hotter.

New UN study shows alcohol consumption is linked to higher risk of pancreatic cancer

A new UN study has found that alcoholic drinks, especially beer and spirits, may raise the risk of pancreatic cancer.

Covid-19 cases spike in India, tally touches 1,009

New Delhi/IBNS: The total number of Covid-19 cases have touched 1,009 in India with the recent spread of virus in several states, media reports said.

Mass awareness of Ayurvedic medicines is needed: Parampara Ayurved founder Debabrata Sen

Parampara Ayurved founder Dr. Debabrata Sen said mass awareness is needed to help Ayurvedic medicine practice reach all sections of society, and he is fighting a tough battle to bridge the gap.

Covid-19 cases spike in India, tally touches 1,009

New Delhi/IBNS: The total number of Covid-19 cases have touched 1,009 in India with the recent spread of virus in several states, media reports said.

Mass awareness of Ayurvedic medicines is needed: Parampara Ayurved founder Debabrata Sen

Parampara Ayurved founder Dr. Debabrata Sen said mass awareness is needed to help Ayurvedic medicine practice reach all sections of society, and he is fighting a tough battle to bridge the gap.

Flight ops hit, several streets waterlogged as Delhi receives heavy overnight rains

New Delhi/IBNS: Heavy rains lashed Delhi and its surrounding areas overnight along with thunderstorms and strong winds, hitting flight operations and leaving several streets waterlogged.

Bengaluru reports first COVID-19 death in 2025, 84-year-old man with severe comorbidities dies

Bengaluru/IBNS: The city of Bengaluru reported its first COVID-19 death on Saturday, the Karnataka Health Department said in an official statement.

Flight ops hit, several streets waterlogged as Delhi receives heavy overnight rains

New Delhi/IBNS: Heavy rains lashed Delhi and its surrounding areas overnight along with thunderstorms and strong winds, hitting flight operations and leaving several streets waterlogged.

Bengaluru reports first COVID-19 death in 2025, 84-year-old man with severe comorbidities dies

Bengaluru/IBNS: The city of Bengaluru reported its first COVID-19 death on Saturday, the Karnataka Health Department said in an official statement.

Flight ops hit, several streets waterlogged as Delhi receives heavy overnight rains

New Delhi/IBNS: Heavy rains lashed Delhi and its surrounding areas overnight along with thunderstorms and strong winds, hitting flight operations and leaving several streets waterlogged.

Bengaluru reports first COVID-19 death in 2025, 84-year-old man with severe comorbidities dies

Bengaluru/IBNS: The city of Bengaluru reported its first COVID-19 death on Saturday, the Karnataka Health Department said in an official statement.

Flight ops hit, several streets waterlogged as Delhi receives heavy overnight rains

New Delhi/IBNS: Heavy rains lashed Delhi and its surrounding areas overnight along with thunderstorms and strong winds, hitting flight operations and leaving several streets waterlogged.

Bengaluru reports first COVID-19 death in 2025, 84-year-old man with severe comorbidities dies

Bengaluru/IBNS: The city of Bengaluru reported its first COVID-19 death on Saturday, the Karnataka Health Department said in an official statement.

COVID-19 cases inch up in India amid Southeast Asia surge; experts say no cause for alarm yet

New Delhi: Amid rise in COVID-19 cases across parts of Southeast Asia, India is witnessing a mild uptick in infections, prompting health authorities to scale up surveillance and preparedness measures.