Farmers in Karnataka districts like Belagavi and Mysuru are shifting to climate-resilient sweet potato cultivation. Discover how this tuber is becoming a strategic choice for water-scarce regions.
A landmark mouse study identifies a crucial genetic pathway causing neurodevelopmental defects in offspring. Learn how this research could impact future prenatal care and genetic counseling.
Comedian Amy Schumer has officially filed for divorce from husband Chris Fischer after 7 years of marriage. The couple, who share a son, announced their split last month. Read details.
Crops in Uttarkashi's Rawai valley dry up after 3 months without rain. Farmers face huge losses as pea and wheat plants wither. Officials urge use of irrigation.
Ex-Little Mix star Jesy Nelson reveals her 8-month-old twins have Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 1. Learn about their diagnosis, treatment with gene therapy Zolgensma, and her urgent message to parents.
Indian scientists develop indigenous, low-cost genome editing technology using 'jumping genes' to create resilient crops, bypassing costly CRISPR patents and aiming to secure India's agricultural future.
Abu Dhabi makes history with first CRISPR gene therapy injection for blood disorders in UAE. Learn how this treatment offers a potential cure for sickle cell disease and beta thalassemia.
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan launched 184 new crop varieties, including Bt cotton & nutri-cereals, to boost productivity, cut costs, and enhance climate resilience for Indian farmers.
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan launched 184 new crop varieties, including Bt cotton and nutri-cereals, to increase yield, cut costs, and tackle climate change. Aim: reach farmers in 3 years.
India has overtaken China to become the world's largest rice producer, with a record output of 150.18 million tonnes. Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan announced this milestone while releasing 184 new climate-resilient crop varieties. Read more about I
Shivamogga & Davanagere farmers rejoice as Bhadra Reservoir's IAC approves 120-day water release for summer crops. Learn the schedule and key decisions from the 88th meeting.
Goa's GI list grows to 15 with 5 new agricultural products, including unique mangoes, rice, and brinjal. Chief Minister Pramod Sawant says this empowers farmers and boosts local economy. Read more.
Andhra Pradesh's red gram farmers face distress sales at Rs 6,500/quintal, far below the Rs 8,000 MSP. Falling yields and delayed govt procurement deepen the agrarian crisis. Read more.
India's IMD forecasts a colder January, aiding key rabi crops like wheat. This weather shift promises higher yields and could ease food inflation. Read the full forecast analysis.
JNCASR and CrisprBits join forces to establish a Centre of Excellence for CRISPR Innovation and Translation, aiming to bridge the gap between lab research and clinical therapies in India.
Punjab, Haryana, and Chandigarh recorded 0 mm rainfall in December 2025, a 100% deficit. Meteorologists warn of severe stress on groundwater and rabi crops like wheat and mustard. Read more.
A look at 2025's healthcare milestones: new obesity guidelines, Alzheimer's blood tests, gene editing breakthroughs, and India's push for affordable medicines and school sugar boards.
Scientists aim to resurrect New Zealand's giant moa birds, extinct for 600 years, using genetic tech. Explore the challenges, ethics, and Māori perspectives on de-extinction.
A 32-year-old asymptomatic man's routine ultrasound detected early-stage kidney cancer. The case unveiled a hereditary VHL gene mutation. Early detection and robotic surgery led to a full cure.
CSAUT Kanpur scientists develop high-yield wheat for alkaline soil & late-sow mustard for UP. Boost for state's farmers with disease-resistant crops. Read more.
Actress Tara Sutaria reveals a viral video from an AP Dhillon concert was edited, accusing paid PR of creating a false narrative. Details inside.
Kriya Therapeutics, founded by Shankar Ramaswamy, secures over $1.2B in funding despite having no approved gene therapies. The surge sparks comparisons to brother Vivek's past venture. Read the full analysis.
India's rabi sowing reaches 61.4 million hectares, with pulses and oilseeds showing significant gains. Wheat area remains steady. Get the latest crop data and analysis.
Explore 6 groundbreaking scientific missions for 2025-26: China drills to Earth's mantle, India's Aditya L1 studies solar blasts, gene therapy for rare diseases, and more. Stay informed on the future of science!
India may soon approve its first genome-edited mustard, promising higher oil output. This follows the release of gene-edited rice and marks a strategic shift in agricultural biotechnology. Read more.
Abu Dhabi's Burjeel Hospital achieves a world-first with ITVisma, a gene replacement therapy for Spinal Muscular Atrophy. Discover this medical milestone offering hope to SMA patients globally.
Scientists at the University of Exeter identify a novel gene, TMEM167A, responsible for neonatal diabetes in infants under six months. This breakthrough explains the link to neurological issues.
Ludhiana sees a 4000-hectare decline in wheat cultivation over four years as farmers pivot to profitable cash crops like potatoes and maize. Agriculture department data reveals the shifting trends. Explore the reasons and implications.
Groundbreaking research from the US and China shows Alzheimer's symptoms reversed in mice using a novel gene therapy approach, restoring memory. A potential game-changer for dementia treatment.
A 19-year-old died and a woman was critically injured in Mandya after their car overturned on ragi crops spread for drying on a main road. Police warn farmers against the dangerous practice.