NEW DELHI: Paracetamol, a common over-the-counter medication, may increase the risk of gastrointestinal, heart- and kidney-related complications among adults aged 65 and above, a new study has found. Taken commonly for treating mild-to-moderate fever, paracetamol is also the first drug recommended for treating osteoarthritis — a chronic condition causing pain, stiffness and swelling in the… Continue reading New study links paracetamol to side effects in digestive tract, heart, kidneys among older adults
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Junior Asia Cup: Defending Champions India prevail 3-1 over Japan to make it to Final
Muscat: India defeated Japan 3-1 to enter the Final of the Women’s Junior Asia Cup here in Oman as they eye to defend their title. Mumtaz Khan (4’), Sakshi Rana (5’) and Deepika (13’) bagged early goals for India in their victory. Japan’s Niko Maruyama (23’) scored her side’s only goal but couldn’t make a… Continue reading Junior Asia Cup: Defending Champions India prevail 3-1 over Japan to make it to Final
EAM, UAE DPM discuss IMEEC, work on the Virtual Trade Corridor
New Delhi: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and visiting UAE Deputy PM and Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed discussed the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEEC), and welcomed the recent launch of the work on the Virtual Trade Corridor (VTC), during the 15th India-UAE Joint Commission Meeting here today. The two sides also welcomed the… Continue reading EAM, UAE DPM discuss IMEEC, work on the Virtual Trade Corridor
China resumes passenger trains to Russia after cancellation in 2020 due to COVID
Beijing, Dec 15: Passenger trains between Russia and China will resume running on Sunday, December 15, 2024, after a four-year hiatus, Russian Railways reported. Passenger traffic between the countries was temporarily suspended in 2020 amid the coronavirus pandemic. From December 15, Russian Railways introduces a new train schedule for three years through 2027. From the… Continue reading China resumes passenger trains to Russia after cancellation in 2020 due to COVID
Need systemic solution to stubble burning: Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar
NEW DELHI: Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Saturday emphasised the need for a systemic solution to stubble burning, stating that our negligence endangers people’s lives. Addressing the National Energy Conservation Day function, Dhankhar said the national capital suffers every year due to hazardous environmental conditions arising out of stubble burning. Society needs to embrace innovation… Continue reading Need systemic solution to stubble burning: Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar
Newsweek publishes map of supposed front in case of World War III
Washington, Dec 15: US magazine Newsweek published its version of the map of the supposed front in case of World War III. NATO’s northeastern flank, which includes the border of Russia with Finland, could be a new front, the publication said. According to the map, the front in case of World War III in Europe… Continue reading Newsweek publishes map of supposed front in case of World War III
Centre to introduce One Nation One Election Bill in Lok Sabha on Dec 16
New Delhi: Centre will introduce the “One Nation One election” Bill in The Lok Sabha on Monday, as per the list of business for the day. The Bill will be introduced by the Union Minister for Law and Justice Arjun Ram Meghwal, which will enable simultaneous elections to the Lok Sabha as well as state… Continue reading Centre to introduce One Nation One Election Bill in Lok Sabha on Dec 16
India’s data centre investments to exceed USD 100 bn by 2027: CBRE
New Delhi [India], December 14: With robust data centre (DC) demand fueling expansion into India’s digital infrastructure, investment commitments in the industry are expected to surpass USD 100 billion by the end of 2027, according to CBRE report. India’s Data Centre (DC) market is witnessing a surge in investment activity, with Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu… Continue reading India’s data centre investments to exceed USD 100 bn by 2027: CBRE
INS Nirdeshak to be commissioned in Visakhapatnam on Dec 18
New Delhi: The Indian Navy will commission its latest survey ship, Nirdeshak, at the Naval Dockyard, Visakhapatnam, in presence of Union Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth on December 18. The ceremony will be hosted by the Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Eastern Naval Command and attended by distinguished guests, including senior naval officials and GRSE… Continue reading INS Nirdeshak to be commissioned in Visakhapatnam on Dec 18
Laddu Controversy: SIT team reaches Tirupati Balaji temple
Tirumala (Andhra Pradesh) [India], December 14: The six-member team of Special Investigation Team (SIT) reached Lord Sri Venkateswara temple in Andhra Pradesh’s Tirupati on Saturday morning to inspect the temple kitchen. The SIT team, investigating the Tirumala ‘Laddu’ controversy, carried out inspections in various sections of the temple. The investigation team also checked the temple… Continue reading Laddu Controversy: SIT team reaches Tirupati Balaji temple