We've all heard the childhood warning: don't swallow a seed or a plant will grow inside you. But is it true? We explore the science of digestion to finally settle this age-old myth. Read on to learn the facts!
Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation appoints 25 nodal officers and forms task forces to implement Supreme Court's stray dog management order across public buildings. Read the full plan here.
Lucknow Municipal Corporation fined six pet owners Rs 30,000 for keeping dogs without a licence in Gomtinagar. One pug was temporarily seized. Learn about the drive's aims and public safety measures.
Tata Power is negotiating to buy stakes from Oman, Kuwait funds & ICICI Ventures in Resurgent Power, aiming for 100% ownership. Deal could solidify its position in India's power sector. Read more.
Rajasthan's practice of publishing spare grid capacity is now a national model. MNRE urges all states to adopt this transparency measure for faster renewable energy growth. Read more.
Two endangered four-horned antelopes died at Delhi Zoo. Officials suspect rabies, recalling a 2016 outbreak. Details on quarantine and postmortem awaited.
A 61-year-old farmer from Morbi accuses Gujarat Energy Transmission Corporation (Getco) officials of forgery and illegal installation of a high-tension power line on his land. Police register case under IPC sections.
A US CDC panel reviews the universal hepatitis B birth dose policy. Experts warn against delay, citing household transmission risks and a 99% drop in infections since 1991. Learn why.
Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) is a common, lifelong infection. Learn about its types, how it spreads without symptoms, and effective strategies to manage outbreaks and prevent transmission.
Expert guidance reveals why weight lifting leads to a toned, strong physique for women, not bulk. Discover the hormonal science and real benefits for bone health and confidence.
US President Donald Trump praised a CDC panel vote to end its recommendation for Hepatitis B vaccination for newborns. Read the details and implications of this major public health shift.
Major solar producers in Rajasthan forced to cut 5GW production due to transmission bottlenecks, highlighting India's grid capacity lag. Read about the impact and solutions.
RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra details the rationale behind the 25 bps repo rate cut, citing low inflation and robust domestic demand. He discusses growth moderation, rupee volatility, and the path for deposit rates. Read the full analysis.
Goa reports negligible mother-to-child HIV transmission for two years, meeting key national AIDS control targets. Learn about the state's successful treatment and awareness initiatives.
A new survey reveals most Indians find street dogs friendly and a crime deterrent. Learn how sterilization and compassion, not culling, are key to coexistence.
Normal weight & lab reports don't guarantee health. Experts warn visceral fat in Indians disrupts key hormones like insulin & leptin, raising disease risk silently. Learn how to protect yourself.
PSU bank chiefs warn RBI of a 70-bps margin squeeze as loans reprice instantly with repo rate cuts, but deposit rates lag. Key asymmetry threatens profitability.
MCD approves Rs 13.5 crore to clear unpaid dues to NGOs sterilising stray dogs in Delhi. Funds aim to boost population control and rabies prevention efforts. Read more.
With inflation at record lows and strong GDP growth, the RBI faces a complex rate decision. Experts say sustained liquidity support is crucial for effective policy transmission and stabilizing bond markets. Read the analysis.
A Mumbai family's three-decade journey with HIV reveals medical progress and enduring stigma. Discover how treatment transformed a death sentence into a manageable condition.
Karnataka Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao announces the state's goal to end AIDS transmission by 2030. Learn about the strategy and current HIV status.
Hollywood star Anne Hathaway opens up on mom guilt. Her powerful message encourages mothers worldwide to embrace imperfection, ditch social media comparisons, and practice self-care. Read her key lessons.
In Antarctica, a penguin's trust is its greatest vulnerability. Learn why human touch can transmit disease, destroy insulation, and cause stress, and how strict rules protect this fragile ecosystem.
Maya Kate, living with HIV for 20 years, shares her inspiring journey from near death to becoming a peer counselor. Learn how ART therapy transformed her life and the current HIV landscape in India.
Despite medical progress, many Indians still hold dangerous misconceptions about HIV transmission. Learn the facts and help combat stigma in our society today.
Goa reduces HIV transmission from 10.33% to 0.19% since 2000, but healthcare professionals battle dangerous misconceptions among youth and tourists about the disease. Learn the facts.
MCG awards 2-year contract to Jabalpur NGO for stray dog sterilisation at Rs 700 per dog. RWAs and veterinarians question feasibility, citing costs up to Rs 5,000 per procedure locally.
MCG awards new contract for dog sterilization and vaccination at Rs 700 per dog. Initiative aims to control stray population and prevent rabies in Gurgaon until 2027.
Hubballi-Dharwad Municipal Corporation submits a Rs 5 crore proposal for exclusive dog pounds to humanely manage stray populations, ensuring public safety and animal welfare. Read more.
RS Bajpai and Raj Kamal Srivastava demonstrated scientific principles behind apparent miracles at Kabir Festival 2025. Discover how chemical reactions explain supernatural phenomena!