Scientists have identified novel DNA structures, called G-quadruplexes (GQs), in the Monkeypox virus (MPV) genome, offering a breakthrough in diagnostics. Researchers developed a fluorescent probe, BBJL, which selectively detects MPV-specific GQs, improving diagnostic accuracy. This advancement promises potential antiviral therapies by targeting unique nucleic acid conformations, to combat the ...
Union Minister for Food, Public Distribution and Consumer Affairs, Pralhad Joshi, criticized Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha, on Saturday. Joshi claimed that Gandhi had failed once again to demonstrate effective leadership, calling him a “failed leader.” The minister’s comments came in response to Gandhi’s recent actions and remarks in the […]
A nervous breakdown, or mental health crisis, happens when stress overwhelms an individual, affecting their emotional, physical, and cognitive well-being. Symptoms include emotional distress, fatigue, difficulty concentrating, behavioral changes, and increased substance use. If you notice these signs, seek professional support, as addressing underlying issues like anxiety or depression is crucial.
Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) working president K.T. Rama Rao stated on Saturday that regional parties will continue to shape the future of Indian politics. He criticized the Congress for failing as a strong opposition and attempting to undermine regional parties. Rama Rao also accused both Congress and BJP of relying on regional parties to survive […]
Three girls were allegedly molested while returning from tuition in Noida’s Sector 39 on Thursday. The incident occurred near RCube Mall when an unidentified individual approached them and made obscene gestures. Police have launched an investigation, reviewing CCTV footage to identify the suspect. A case was registered following a complaint from one of the girls’ […]
PM Modi celebrated the Mahayuti coalition’s resounding victory in Maharashtra, emphasizing that “development and good governance” triumphed. The NDA leads in 233 out of 288 seats, with Modi thanking the people, especially youth and women, for their historic support. In Jharkhand, the JMM, allied with Congress, emerged victorious, securing a significant win despite early leads ...
Calcutta High Court has granted permission to a Kolkata couple to conceive through in-vitro fertilisation (IVF), despite being beyond the prescribed age limit for the procedure. Justice Amrita Sinha delivered the ruling after the couple, married for 30 years and childless, sought the court’s intervention when their request was denied by the state health department.
Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM), led by Hemant and Kalpana Soren, is poised for a second term, leading in 33 out of 43 contested seats. Despite corruption allegations, the Sorens defied anti-incumbency, with Kalpana emerging as a key campaign force. Their populist initiatives, focusing on tribal welfare, resonated with voters, securing Hemant’s path to a potential […]
Uddhav Thackeray faces a significant setback as the Maha Vikas Aghadi coalition appears to be losing the Maharashtra assembly elections, with Eknath Shinde’s faction claiming victory. The rebel group has framed this defeat as a validation of their claim to Balasaheb Thackeray’s legacy. The results suggest a decisive ideological shift, leaving Uddhav’s political future uncertain.
NOTA (None of the Above) option garnered limited support in the recent Maharashtra and Jharkhand assembly elections, with only 0.75% of voters in Maharashtra and 1.32% in Jharkhand opting for it. The votes were counted on Saturday, and while the option allows voters to reject all candidates, it was selected by a small percentage of […]
The UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has launched an investigation into Apple and Google’s dominance of mobile browsers. The report claims both tech giants manipulate user choice, through Apple’s limitations on progressive web apps. Both companies have responded, with Apple raising privacy concerns and Google defending its Android openness. The final report is due ...
Fourteen individuals, including a couple, who are believed to have illegally crossed the Line of Control into Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) in 2011, were declared proclaimed offenders by a local court in Jammu and Kashmir’s Rajouri district, officials said on Saturday. The court’s decision follows an investigation into their unlawful crossing of the border.
Israeli airstrikes in Beirut killed at least 11 and injured dozens, as diplomats work to secure a ceasefire amid escalating violence between Israel and Hezbollah. The strikes, which hit central Beirut and Tyre, come after U.S. envoy Amos Hochstein’s visit. Over 3,500 have died in Lebanon since the conflict’s intensification, while Gaza’s death toll surpasses […]
Chennai is preparing for potential impacts from a developing cyclonic system in the Bay of Bengal. India Meteorological Department reports that an upper-air cyclonic circulation has formed near the Sumatra coast & South Andaman Sea. Forecasts suggest the system may evolve into a low-pressure area by Nov 23, intensifying into a depression by Nov 24 […]
King Charles III’s coronation in May 2023 cost UK taxpayers £72 million, with £50.3 million spent by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) and £21.7 million on policing. Critics argue the expenses were excessive amid economic struggles, noting that over half of Britons opposed government funding for the event. Anti-monarchists have called for […]