Study in US teens reveals brain differences between those using substances, those not

NEW DELHI: A study of teenagers in the US has revealed distinct differences in brain structures between those resorting to substance use, including alcohol and cannabis, before turning 15 and those not. The researchers, including those from Washington University in St. Louis, US, also found that many of these differences such as a bigger brain… Continue reading Study in US teens reveals brain differences between those using substances, those not

Efforts for prosperity, development to gain further momentum in 2025: UP CM Adityanath

LUCKNOW: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday expressed confidence that the efforts of the “double engine government” to take the state on the path of prosperity and development will gain further momentum in 2025. The chief minister affirmed the “double engine government” is committed to make Uttar Pradesh the country’s leading state. “The… Continue reading Efforts for prosperity, development to gain further momentum in 2025: UP CM Adityanath

“Happy 2025”: PM Modi extends New Year greetings

New Delhi [India], January 1: As the world steps into 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday extended his heartfelt wishes for a prosperous year ahead. Taking to X, PM Modi emphasises the importance of new opportunities, personal growth, and collective well-being as the guiding principles for the year. “Happy 2025! May this year bring… Continue reading “Happy 2025”: PM Modi extends New Year greetings

Marathi director Sharad Gore and actor Nitin Patil get International Film Festival awards

Pune: Marathi film director Sharad Gore’s film “Ek Prernadayai Pravas- Surya’” has won the international film festival award. Nitin Ratilal Patil won the Best Actor Award at the Global India International Film Festival here for his lead role in the film and Sharad Gore won the Best Director Award for his direction. The Director has… Continue reading Marathi director Sharad Gore and actor Nitin Patil get International Film Festival awards

Artificial heart patients can regenerate heart muscles: Study

Washington [USA]: A research team at the University of Arizona College of Medicine–Tucson’s Sarver Heart Center found that a subset of artificial heart patients can regenerate heart muscle, which opens the possibilities of new ways to treat and perhaps someday cure heart failure. The results of the research which was co-led by a physician-scientist were… Continue reading Artificial heart patients can regenerate heart muscles: Study

Ban on covering face in public goes into force in Switzerland

Bern, Jan 1: The ban on covering one’s face in public, which was passed in 2021, went into effect in Switzerland on Wednesday. Violators of the ban could face a fine of 1,000 Swiss francs, or just over $1,100. On November 6, the Swiss government set a date for a law banning the wearing of… Continue reading Ban on covering face in public goes into force in Switzerland

New deadline to file belated/revised ITR extended to 15 January for resident taxpayers

New Delhi [India], January 1: The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has extended the last date for filing belated/revised income tax returns (ITR) for the Assessment Year (AY) 2024-25 for resident individuals, as stated in a notification issued by the CBDT. The deadline has been extended from December 31, 2024 to January 15, 2025.… Continue reading New deadline to file belated/revised ITR extended to 15 January for resident taxpayers

Bharatiya Vayuyan Adhiniyam to be effective from Jan 1

NEW DELHI: The new law that seeks to facilitate designing and manufacturing of aircraft in India as well as facilitate the ease of doing business in the aviation space will come into force from January 1, 2025. The new Act — Bharatiya Vayuyan Adhiniyam, 2024 — that replaces the 90-year old Aircraft Act, was cleared… Continue reading Bharatiya Vayuyan Adhiniyam to be effective from Jan 1

Viacom18 Media becomes subsidiary of Reliance Industries

NEW DELHI: Media conglomerate Viacom18 Media has become a subsidiary of Reliance Industries effective December 30, 2024, after the conversion of over 24.61 crore compulsorily convertible preference shares (CCPS) into an equivalent number of equity shares. Earlier, Viacom18 Media had been a material subsidiary of Network18 Media & Investments Ltd, a subsidiary of Reliance Industries… Continue reading Viacom18 Media becomes subsidiary of Reliance Industries

Work together for more inclusive, sustainable future for India, world: President Murmu greets people on New Year

NEW DELHI: President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday greeted people on the New Year and asked them to renew commitment to work together for creating a brighter, more inclusive and sustainable future for India and the world. “Wishing everyone a very Happy New Year! May the year 2025 bring joy, harmony and prosperity to all! On… Continue reading Work together for more inclusive, sustainable future for India, world: President Murmu greets people on New Year