Gene variant doubles opioid addiction risk, finds AIIMS study
An AIIMS study reveals a genetic variant linked to stress response more than doubles opioid addiction risk in Indians. Discover the biological factors behind dependence.
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Pavel Durov: Father to 100+ Kids via Sperm Donation
Telegram founder Pavel Durov discloses he has over 100 children worldwide from sperm donations. He offers to pay IVF costs and plans to leave them his fortune. Read the full story.
Teen's liver transplant warns of fatty liver disease risk
A 14-year-old from Surat needed a liver transplant due to advanced fatty liver disease, accelerated by junk food and genetic risk. Hepatologists urge urgent action on childhood obesity and diet.
New Wild Sponge Gourd Variety Found in Odisha
An ICAR-NBPGR scientist discovers Luffa aegyptiaca var. alba, a new wild sponge gourd with white seeds in Odisha. This find could boost crop genetics and disease resistance. Read more.
Tigress airlifted from MP to Rajasthan for genetic diversity
A tigress was airlifted from Pench, Madhya Pradesh, to Rajasthan in a 2.5-hour helicopter journey to boost genetic diversity. Officials call it a major conservation milestone. Read more.
Dudhwa Rhinos Freed from Satellite Collars
Three rhinos in Dudhwa Tiger Reserve freed from tracking collars in a two-day operation. One female's collar remains to protect her newborn calf. Read about the conservation strategy.
Four Dudhwa Rhinos Freed from Tracking Collars
A team from Assam successfully removed satellite collars from four rhinos in Dudhwa Tiger Reserve, granting them total independence to boost genetic diversity. Read about this landmark conservation operation.
Oldest Archaeological Record of Incest Found in Italy
Scientists uncover the earliest known case of a first-degree incestuous union in a 3,500-year-old Italian burial site. Discover the shocking genetic findings and their historical significance.
Baby's First Steps After Pioneering Gene-Editing Therapy
A 16-month-old boy, KJ Muldoon, takes his first steps after receiving a first-ever personalized CRISPR therapy for a rare genetic disorder at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. A medical miracle just in time for Christmas.
BHU Workshop Inspires Varanasi Students with Hands-on Science
Over 75 students from Varanasi schools participated in a science outreach workshop at BHU's Centre for Genetic Disorders, exploring DNA, chronotypes, and herbarium techniques.
Understanding Kallmann Syndrome's Genetic Silence
Kallmann Syndrome, a rare genetic disorder, delays puberty due to hormone deficiency. Learn about its causes, diagnosis, and treatment options in India. Seek expert advice for early intervention.
Flu raises heart attack, stroke risk in first month
New research reveals a lab-confirmed flu infection quadruples heart attack risk and quintuples stroke risk in the 30 days after illness. Learn who is most vulnerable and how vaccination helps.
Nagpur Hospital Mandates Sickle Cell Screening for Newborns
Indira Gandhi Govt Medical College's Daga Hospital in Nagpur introduces compulsory sickle cell screening for newborns and mothers as patient count nears 2,900. Learn about free treatment and awareness initiatives.
Angelina Jolie Reveals Mastectomy Scars After 10 Years
Angelina Jolie opens up about her 2013 preventive double mastectomy, revealing scars to advocate for global access to genetic testing and healthcare. Her story continues to empower women.
Genetic Science to Transform Indian Healthcare: Expert
Dr Abhijit Dixit highlights India's genetic medicine revolution, gaps in infrastructure, and urgent need for newborn screening and data privacy laws. Read more.
Fatty food smells in pregnancy may raise child's obesity risk
New research reveals that smells of fatty foods during pregnancy can rewire a baby's brain, increasing future risks of obesity and diabetes. Learn how to protect your child's health.
Ancient Africans in Genetic Isolation for 100,000 Years
Groundbreaking genetic research reveals ancient southern Africans lived in near-total isolation for 100,000 years, developing unique traits. Discover how this reshapes our understanding of human evolution. Read the full story.
Blue-eyed baby in China stuns parents, reveals hidden ancestry
A couple in China welcomed a blonde, blue-eyed daughter, sparking a DNA mystery. The paternity test confirmed she's theirs, unveiling a recessive gene from a Slavic great-grandfather. A heartwarming tale of genetic surprise.
DNA Study Solves Australia's 60,000-Year-Old Human Arrival Debate
A landmark genetic study reveals modern humans first arrived in Australia around 60,000 years ago via two distinct migration routes, aligning with Aboriginal oral histories and archaeology. Discover the full story of this ancient journey.
Haryana farmer gifts elite Murrah calf to GADVASU
Haryana dairy farmer Shiv Kumar Redhu donates a genetically elite Murrah buffalo calf to GADVASU, Ludhiana. The calf, from a high-yield lineage, will aid university's genetic improvement and semen production programs.
Gadvasu Receives Elite Murrah Bull for Genetic Improvement
Guru Angad Dev Veterinary University receives a high-value Murrah bull donation from a Haryana farmer, set to transform buffalo genetics in North India. Discover how this collaboration accelerates breed improvement.
South Indians Have Unique Heart Disease Gene Pattern
Bengaluru's inStem discovers a distinct genetic cause for Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy in South Indians, challenging global data and paving the way for personalized cardiac care. Read more.
Genetic Drivers of Oral Cancer in Women Found in Kolar Study
A new women-centric study from Kolar, Karnataka, identifies key genetic mutations like CASP8 driving aggressive oral cancer in female tobacco chewers, paving the way for personalised treatment. Read more.
Colon Cancer: 5 Daily Habits to Reduce Your Risk
Colon cancer cases are surging among young adults. A gastroenterologist reveals 5 simple dietary changes to significantly lower your long-term risk. Learn the science-backed dos and don'ts.
Genetic Factors Increase Cancer Risk for Indians: TMC Study
Tata Memorial Centre study identifies genetic factors that make Indians, especially from northeast, more vulnerable to oral cancer. Tobacco users develop cancer in just 10 years.
Genetic Factors Behind Early Oral Cancer in India Found
Tata Memorial Centre research identifies genetic markers explaining why some tobacco users develop oral cancer a decade earlier. Discover the groundbreaking findings and their implications for prevention.
KGMU ICU Reduces Mortality Rate to 18% with Innovation
Lucknow's KGMU achieves breakthrough in critical care, reducing ICU mortality from 26% to 18% through precision medicine. Learn how genetic profiling saves lives.
BDU Hosts National Workshop on Genetic Diagnostics
Bharathidasan University in Trichy hosted a 5-day ICMR-sponsored national workshop on advanced genetic diagnostics, offering hands-on training in DNA analysis and precision medicine techniques.
Pregnancy issues raise heart disease risk in middle age
New research reveals pregnancy complications like preeclampsia and gestational diabetes significantly increase long-term risks of heart disease, stroke, and diabetes. Experts call for better screening.
Young Parkinson's Cases Surge in India: Genetic Link Found
Indian neurologists report alarming rise in Parkinson's patients in their 30s-40s. New genetic research reveals South Asian-specific risk factors. Early detection crucial for treatment.
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