VARANASI: A team of IIT (BHU) scientists, led by Project Investigator and Assistant Professor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering, Sudip Mukherjee, is spearheading a ground-breaking initiative to develop a cell-based therapeutic platform aimed at the long-term cure of ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis), a fatal and debilitating neurological disorder. ALS has long posed a significant challenge to medical science. The disease, primarily of genetic origin, impacts movement, cognition, beh...Read More
As the Mahayuti alliance deliberates on a new Chief Minister, outgoing CM Eknath Shinde resigns, and Shiv Sena leader Deepak Kesarkar says decisions by PM Modi are acceptable. The alliance is yet to settle on a successor, with no favoritism shown towards candidates amid discussions. The Mahayuti alliance is in critical discussions regarding the choice of a new Chief Minister after Eknath Shinde tendered his resignation. Shiv Sena leader and state minister Deepak Kesarkar stated on Tuesday that ...Read More
In a recent incident that triggered panic, astronauts aboard the International Space Station (ISS), commanded by Sunita Williams, took swift safety measures on November 23 after Russian cosmonauts reported an unusual toxic odor while opening the Progress MS-29 cargo spacecraft. Upon opening the hatch, the cosmonauts detected a strange smell and observed small droplets.Astronauts commanded by Sunita Williams at the International Space Station (ISS) reported an unusual smell during the opening of ...Read More
Ha Long Bay, Vietnam, renowned for its breathtaking beauty and UNESCO World Heritage status, has become the stage for a revolutionary change in sustainable luxury cruising. Grand Pioneers Cruise, a prominent luxury cruise line operating in this iconic destination, has been awarded the prestigious title of "World's Best Green Cruise Line 2024" at the 4th Annual World Cruise Awards. This recognition highlights the cruise line's unmatched commitment to eco-friendly innovations and sustainability, m...Read More
U.S. President-elect Donald Trump said on Monday that on his first day in office he would impose a 25% tariff on all products from Mexico and Canada, and an additional 10% tariff on goods from China, citing concerns over illegal immigration and the trade of illicit drugs. "On January 20th, as one of my many first Executive Orders, I will sign all necessary documents to charge Mexico and Canada a 25% Tariff on ALL products coming into the United States, and its ridiculous Open Borders," Trump sa...Read More
German Economy Minister Robert Habeck emphasized the need for immediate dialogue with the United States to prevent potential trade wars following President-elect Donald Trump's tariff announcements. He urged the European Union to remain united and proactive to safeguard economic interests. German Economy Minister Robert Habeck stressed the urgency of dialogue between the European Union and the United States to prevent the damaging effects of a potential trade war, following tariff announcements...Read More
Samsung's facing a lot of crises and the company has unable to chart a clear path forward, particularly in the semiconductor market, where its foundry is lagging behind, its next-gen memory products are struggling to compete against SK Hynix, and legacy products are under pressure from Chinese companies. The company does a significant employee reshuffle across the entire organization every year. The process has started a bit earlier this time around as there's very much a sense of urgency to im...Read More
Over 18,000 people in Mexico have registered online to run for Supreme Court seats and federal judgeships in the country's contentious new selection process, but a random drawing in the end will determine who gets on the ballot, officials said Monday. "The registration to be a member of the judiciary was a success, something unprecedented, historic," President Claudia Sheinbaum told the press Monday morning. Sheinbaum defends this reform promulgated by her predecessor and mentor, Andres Manuel ...Read More
What happened in Sambhal?: Five Muslim men were killed in the shooting that occurred in Sambhal after the community protested a survey of the Shahi Jama Masjid, which a civil court ordered in response to a petition saying the mosque was once the location of the Harihar temple. Over 2,500 unidentified individuals, with at least 500 of them being minors, have been identified in the FIR and accused of serious offenses. Sambhal's Member of Parliament from the Samajwadi Party (SP), Zia ur Rahman Ba...Read More
Popular franchise Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) faced flak on social media for letting Mohammed Siraj and Will Jacks leave in the IPL 2025 (Indian Premier League) mega-auction. The franchise only bought Liam Livingstone from the marquee list and was criticised on socials for not bidding enough for KL Rahul, who joined Delhi Capitals for INR 14 crore. However, RCB's Director of Cricket, Mo Bobat, seemed unfazed about the backlash and spoke about the importance of having the right strategy. B...Read More
TIPS Music, one of India's leading music labels, has received a 'Buy' rating from YES Securities as it initiated coverage on the firm, with a target price of Rs 1,050, indicating a potential upside of 18% from the current market price of Rs 888.65. Shares of TIPS Music climbed as much as 1.7% on Tuesday to Rs 888.65 on BSE. Yes Securities has valued TIPS Music at a Price-to-Earnings (P/E) ratio of 47 times based on projected earnings per share (EPS) for September 2026, reinforcing its bullish r...Read More
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], November 26 (ANI): Karnataka High Court adjourned the plea filed seeking a direction to transfer the investigation into the alleged MUDA scam that is presently being conducted by the Lokayukta police to the Central Bureau of Investigation. The court has adjourned the case till December 10. Also Read | NTPC Green Energy IPO Listing Date: Allotment, Subscription Status, GMP Price - Know Everything Here. Sr. Adv. Dushyant Dave, who was representing the original lan...Read More
Russian forces are advancing in Ukraine at a rapid pace, capturing significant territories in recent weeks. Analysts warn of a critical phase in the ongoing conflict. As both sides experience heavy casualties, the Ukrainian military is struggling to recruit and equip new soldiers amidst increasing territorial losses. Russian forces are making significant advances in Ukraine, capturing areas equivalent to half the size of London in a single month according to analysts and war bloggers. Experts s...Read More
Republican President-elect Donald Trump's picks for his Cabinet include some historic firsts, though women and people of color make up less of the overall number than they did when Democratic President Joe Biden first took office. Historic firsts Florida political operative Susie Wiles, who ran Trump's 2024 campaign, is set to be the first woman to hold the high-profile position of White House chief of staff. U.S. Senator Marco Rubio, Trump's pick for secretary of state, would be the first pe...Read More
Bangalore (Karnataka) [India], November 26: As anyone who lives or works in Bangalore knows, navigating the city's busy streets or planning an outstation trip can be challenging. But thanks to GoCabxi, a new, customer-focused cab booking platform, travel within and beyond Bangalore has never been easier. From daily city commutes to weekend getaways, GoCabxi is changing how Bangaloreans experience travel, one trip at a time. Also Read | International Emmy Awards 2024 Winners: 'Drops of God', 'Di...Read More
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has rescheduled the Chartered Accountant (CA) Foundation exam to be held in January 2025, in consideration of major festivals such as Makar Sankranti, Bihu, and Pongal. While earlier scheduled on January 14, 2025, the exams will now be held on January 16, 2025; further, the entire revised exam schedule for the Foundation course is placed for January 12, 16, 18, and 20, 2025. Official notice According to an official notification issued by I...Read More
Samajwadi Party MP Akhilesh Yadav criticized Constitution Day celebrations, citing government actions leading to fatalities in Sambhal. He questioned the necessity of repeated surveys without resolving issues and pointed out alleged misconduct during these surveys. Tensions persist as a SP delegation plans to visit Sambhal. Amid growing unrest in Sambhal, Samajwadi Party (SP) MP Akhilesh Yadav has voiced strong opposition to the celebrations of the 75th Constitution Day, questioning the governm...Read More
Multiple staff from a backpacker hostel at the centre of a suspected mass poisoning in Laos, which claimed the lives of six foreign tourists, have been arrested by police. Eight employees, aged 23 to 47, from the Nana Backpacker Hostel in Vang Vieng are in custody following arrests by police on Monday, a local news site reported. All of those detained are believed to be Vietnamese nationals. Melbourne teenagers Bianca Jones and Holly Bowles, both aged 19, were among six foreign tourists who d...Read More
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Congress MP Rahul Gandhi came under fire on Tuesday (November 26) for what is being called his avoidance of greeting President of India Droupadi Murmu. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has seized on to the incident that took place in Parliament of India and has now alleged that Gandhi did not greet President Murmu because she hails from tribal community. The video, now being shared by BJP leaders and netizens alike, shows part of the proceedings of Constitution Day ceremony in the parliament. T...Read More
A top NATO chief has urged business leaders to begin preparing for a 'wartime scenario' following rising tensions across the world. The warning comes as Germany announced it was drawing up a list of bunkers and other underground facilities that could provide shelter for civilians in the event of an attack. Speaking in Brussels yesterday, Dutch Admiral Rob Bauer (pictured) warned that NATO members needed to adjust their production and distribution lines in order to be less vulnerable to blackmai...Read More
Constitution Day, known as Samvidhan Divas, is observed annually on November 26. This day commemorates the adoption of the Indian Constitution in 1949. Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, the chairman of the Drafting Committee, played a pivotal role in shaping this foundational document. The Constitution officially came into effect on January 26, 1950, marking a transformative chapter in India's history. Why Do We Celebrate Constitution Day? Constitution Day is celebrated to remind citizens of their rights and...Read More
Kim Yo Jong, sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, has strongly criticized leaflets allegedly criticizing the North Korean regime sent from South Korea. The North Korean authorities have begun cordoning off affected areas and collecting the controversial materials, according to reports from state media KCNA. In a recent development, Kim Yo Jong, the influential sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, has denounced the dissemination of leaflets that criticize the regime, as reported by s...Read More
Islamabad [Pakistan], November 26 (ANI): The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) rally on Tuesday entered Pakistan's capital cityIslamabad under the leadership of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur marking the start of a significant 'do-or-die' protest for the release of PTI founder and the country's premier Imran Khan from prison, ARY News reported. The rally, which includes convoys from Hazara Division, DI Khan, and Balochistan, merged with Gandapur's motorcade at the Hakla interc...Read More
Japan's space agency JAXA halted the Epsilon S rocket engine test following an explosion at the Tanegashima Space Center. The incident caused damage, delaying the rocket's debut launch. Investigations are ongoing, impacting Japan's space program and involving partners like IHI Aerospace. Japan's space exploration efforts faced a setback as the Epsilon S rocket's engine test ended in a fiery explosion at the Tanegashima Space Center. The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) reported no inju...Read More
Melbourne: A celebrity and "public relations maven" from Australia Roxy Jacenko has said she regrets turning her daughter, Pixie Curtis, into a child social media influencer. The 13-year-old's Instagram account had long been used by her mother to generate income via brand sponsorships and online businesses such as Pixie's Bows and Pixie's Toys. But Jacenko is now saying the money wasn't worth the negative effects of Pixie's public persona, which included being bullied at school. This admission...Read More
Beijing | Tamil suspense film Maharaja will be released in China on Friday becoming the first Indian cinema to be screened for Chinese audiences after the normalisation of ties between the two countries following last month's agreement to resolve the standoff in Eastern Ladakh. The suspense film Maharaja has already begun pre-screenings and its release here coincides with two major competitors - Hollywood's Gladiator II and local film Her Story. State-run Global Times reported on Tuesday that ...Read More
Tata Consultancy Services extends a Government of India contract, streamlining pensions for 30 lakh defence personnel through SPARSH. The initiative saves Rs 250 crore annually, reduces processing time, and implements the One Rank One Pension scheme. TCS is exploring reverse payment solutions for potential overpayments. Tata Consultancy Services has secured a contract extension with the Government of India to manage pension processing for 30 lakh defence personnel, the company announced on Tues...Read More
Bulawayo (Zimbabwe), Nov 26 (AP) Zimbabwe won the toss and elected to bat in the second One-Day International against Pakistan on Tuesday. Pakistan made two changes after Zimbabwe recorded a stunning 80-run win on the DLS method in the rain-affected first match to lead the three-game series 1-0 on Monday. Also Read | What Will Happen to Unsold Players at IPL 2025 Auction? Can Prithvi Shaw, Kane Williamson, David Warner and Others Still Play in Indian Premier League Season 18?. Middle-or...Read More
So, we think that there are three sectors which we classify as dark horse sectors, sectors which have not done really well from a three- to five-year perspective, where ownership levels in the street are very low and where there is a potential chance for a revival over the course of the next three years or so. Topping the list would be cement sector, then you have got the metal sector and the consumer durable sector."While indices have fallen maybe about 10%, there are multiple stocks which have...Read More