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(Search results - 128)IndiaApr 6, 2024, 3:55 PM IST
What is disease X? Is India ready to tackle another pandemic?
WHO coined the term 'Disease X' as a concept to prepare for pandemics like COVID-19. It is a hypothetical illness which can be caused by any pathogens. India can handle the next disease X by investing more in healthcare, sanitation, and vaccination.
WorldApr 5, 2024, 11:14 AM IST
Bird flu epidemic '100 times terrible' than Covid pandemic, researchers warn
Experts expressed fear about the bird flu pandemic's potential quick spread, which may result in an extremely high fatality rate and be "100 times worse than the Covid pandemic," according to the Daily Mail, a UK tabloid.
TechMar 29, 2024, 6:56 PM IST
What is juice jacking? Learn how criminals use USB chargers to steal your data
Juice Jacking is a technique which allows hackers to steal data and gain access to personal devices. It involves loading malware onto public charging ports, which then installs on phones while charging. Precautions such as using AC outlets, portable power banks, and others can help prevent it.
IndiaMar 13, 2024, 12:54 PM IST
Mumps outbreak in Kerala, over 11,000 cases: What is mumps and its symptoms
Kerela has recorded over 11,000 cases of mumps in the past two months. It's a viral disease with a vaccine available and can be obtained at a private facility. The infection does not have a specific medicine but taking proper measures can prevent it from spreading and avoid complications.
Lifestyle NewsDec 12, 2023, 10:43 AM IST
Luxury Meets Style: Virat and Anushka’s Opulent Seaside Residence
Virat Kohli and Anuskha Sharma live in an opulent bungalow in Mumbai. Anushka often shares the glimpses of their home through her social media posts. According to media reports, Virat Kohli bought a luxurious residence spanning 7173 square feet in 2016.
BiographyAug 25, 2023, 4:24 PM IST
Dharmesh Yelande’s Biography | Birth | First Show | Films | Marriage
Dharmesh is a popular Indian dancer and choreographer. He played the role of one of the protagonists in Remo D'Souza's ‘ABCD: AnyBody Can Dance’; it was released in 2012.
Lifestyle NewsMay 1, 2023, 3:51 PM IST
5 Infectious diseases that require doctor's attention
Infectious diseases are often caused by viruses, bacteria, fungi etc. Leaving them untreated can damage your health. However, these illnesses can be easily treated with good medication and the supervision of a general physician
IndiaJun 6, 2021, 3:43 PM IST
Covid-19: A tiny village in Maharashtra shows how to remain virus-free
As India fights the second wave of the pandemic, a few villagers have shown how to remains virus-free
IndiaMay 29, 2021, 1:12 PM IST
How science-based start-ups have helped in combating covid-19
Science-based startups are playing a crucial role in proactively bringing technologies for combating the virus
IndiaMay 26, 2021, 3:57 PM IST
Rain or shine, Indian Railways continues to deliver oxygen to several states
The Indian Railways is rendering yeoman service at a time when the country is facing a massive second wave of the virus
IndiaMay 19, 2021, 12:32 PM IST
EMCER Celebrates its Most Valued Employees: lifts their Spirits with Awards & Rewards
The covid-19 pandemic had left individuals feeling perpetually uncertain, the fear of either a loved one falling ill or the catching the virus yourself was constant, not to mention the change in rules and regulations by the government, leaving people flummoxed. In these trying times, EMCER, a leading tile company, decided to look after a resource they value the most; their employees
IndiaMay 17, 2021, 4:33 PM IST
"My heart resides in India and that can never change," says Huzefa Vana from Dubai
When Huzefa Vana heard about the second wave of coronavirus in India, his heart sank. He, like many of us, had thought that the country had won over the virus. He believed that it was only a matter of months when things would go back to normal. So, when cases continued to rise, he was keeping a close track of it. And it was when news of the healthcare system collapsing in the country broke out, he knew he had to do something.
IndiaApr 29, 2021, 4:46 PM IST
From setting up hospitals to helping delivering oxygen, India Army is doing its bit in alleviating crisis
With India facing the wrath of the second wave of the covid virus, the Indian Army is doing its bit to alleviate the problems of the people
IndiaApr 28, 2021, 2:23 PM IST
Bharat Biotech’s Covaxin neutralises Indian double mutant strain: America’s top pandemic expert
America’s top pandemic expert Anthony Fauci said that Bharat Biotech’s Covaxin developed in India was found to neutralise B.1.617 variant or the Indian double mutant strain of the Covid-19 virus
IndiaApr 2, 2021, 3:14 PM IST
IISc researchers develop enzymes that can block reactivation, replication of HIV
IISc researchers have developed artificial enzymes that can successfully block reactivation and replication of the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) in the host’s immune cells