Convenient and affordable snacks like chips, soft drinks and quick microwave meals have become a staple in the diet of many people today. However, beneath their appealing flavours and ease of access lies a concerning health issue: chronic inflammation. This persistent, low-grade inflammatory state is not merely a trendy health buzzword but a significant factor … Read more
A file image of vial of the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine | Photo Credit: Reuters Although the incidence of measles, a highly contagious viral infection, is on a decline in Karnataka, several pockets in Ballari and BBMP have been consistently reporting higher number of cases since 2024. According to data from the State … Read more
Though many jobs are being created in the AI-focused global capability centres, the adoption of AI must be approached carefully to manage job disruptions. | Special Arrangement As Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to penetrate various sectors and industries, the bitter truth emerges: job losses are becoming a reality. While many industry leaders assure that these … Read more
China was able to make up for the fall by finding newer markets or selling more to other trade partners. Trade data shows that despite facing tariff headwinds from the U.S., the world’s largest importer, China, the world’s largest exporter, has managed to increase its overall exports, till at least 2023. A series of tariff … Read more
Trigger warning: The following story has references to violence. Please avoid reading if you may be disturbed by the details. Nestled at an altitude of 8,000 feet in the midst of lush pine forests, only the jungle crows break the eerie silence around the Baisaran meadow, 5 kilometres from Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. The chain-linked fencing … Read more
Last month, world leaders gathered in Paris for the Nutrition for Growth (N4G) Summit. It was also a time for the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) to announce the extension of the United Nations Decade of Action on Nutrition, from its original timeframe of 2016-25, to 2030. This extension seeks to sustain the global momentum … Read more
Now, action All the steps taken by India in its anger to punish Pakistan could turn out to be double-edged swords. India cannot take back the areas under the occupation of Pakistan (PoK) without unleashing a war which could end up with catastrophic consequences given that both nations possess nuclear weapons. ‘Annulling’ the Indus Waters … Read more
In the face of global trade tariffs and stock market volatility, India shines as a resilient economy. Leveraging its demographic advantages and technological capabilities, India can turn challenges into opportunities, positioning itself as a global ‘Creative Powerhouse.’ With a rich storytelling tradition, India’s Media & Entertainment (M&E) sector aims to ‘Connect Creators’ worldwide through the … Read more
As we settle down comfortably on the sun deck of our luxury catamaran, the MV Brahmani, we hear the shouts of the boat captain from down below. “Crocodile! Crocodile relaxing!” He almost sounds too jubilant for having spotted the mostly terror-inducing, yet fascinating reptile. We look out over the waters on our right and sure … Read more
Once a soaring sentinel over the seas, the UH-3H helicopter is ready for its next mission. Not in the skies this time, but as a permanent museum exhibit that narrates a gripping chapter of India’s naval aviation history, offering visitors a rare opportunity to step inside and experience the world of naval aviators. The Indian … Read more