Science
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ISRO’s SpaDEX mission successfully achieves 2nd docking of satellites: Minister
New Delhi: Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh on Monday said that the ISRO’s SpaDEX mission has successfully achieved second docking of satellites. In a post on X social media platform, the minister…
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Scientists engineer wolves with traits of 10,000 year extinct Dire Wolves
Washington: Two genetically engineered wolves that may resemble extinct dire wolves are trotting, sleeping and howling in an undisclosed secure location in the US, according to the company that aims to bring…
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Union Minister lauds Hyderabad-based CSIR labs
Hyderabad: Union Minister of State for Science & Technology Jitendra Singh has lauded Hyderabad-based CSIR institutes’ pivotal role in drug discovery, genetic diagnostics and developing cost-effective Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients. He convened a…
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Legal, environmental clearances key for IT park project in Kancha Gachibowli
Hyderabad: The issue surrounding the 400-acre land in Kancha Gachibowli has been circling the legal claim of whether the land belongs to the state government or the University of Hyderabad (UOH). Legal…
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Apollo Hospitals launches ‘Joint Preservation’ program from Hyderabad
Hyderabad: With its focus on early intervention and personalised treatment of joints, Apollo Hospitals launched its innovative ‘Joint Preservation’ program on Monday, March 17, so that individuals can maintain their mobility through…
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ISRO conducts flight acceptance hot test of Cryogenic Engine for LVM3-M6 Mission
Bengaluru: ISRO on Saturday said it has successfully conducted the flight acceptance hot testing of the cryogenic engine identified for the sixth operational mission of LVM3 launch vehicle (LVM-M6) at ISRO Propulsion…
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Western diet may raise risk of lung cancer: Study
New Delhi: Western diet, often high in salt, sugar and fat, has the potential to raise the risk of cancer in the lungs, finds a study. Previous research has shown the link…
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Adivasis in Telangana hit by low-yield maize seeds
Hyderabad: Adivasi maize seed producing farmers in Mulugu district have lost heavily after getting low yield on the maize seeds given to them by seed companies. Many of the farmers and farm…
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Dr Himanshu Pathak appointed as Director General of ICRISAT
Hyderabad: Dr Himanshu Pathak has officially been appointed as the new director general of The International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT). He was welcomed during a hybrid event held…
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Telangana farmers to get heat and pest-resistant tomatoes
Hyderabad: Scientists have discovered genes that could help withstand viruses and pests, as well as high heat, and inserted them into tomato varieties. These varieties will soon be made available to tomato…
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Over 500 services of Maharashtra govt to be available through WhatsApp
Mumbai: In a push towards digital governance, the Maharashtra government on Friday announced that more than 500 services from its ‘Aaple Sarkar’ portal will now be available through WhatsApp. Chief Minister Devendra…
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India successfully tests short-range anti-ship missile with re-targeting feature
New Delhi: In a boost for India’s maritime power capabilities, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and the Indian Navy have carried out successful flight trials of a first-of-its-kind naval anti-ship…
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Delhi: 47-Yr-old man undergoes rare kidney transplant, now lives with five kidneys
New Delhi: A 47-year-old man has undergone a rare third kidney transplant at a private hospital here, leaving him with a total of five kidneys in his body. A surgery was performed…
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Fatty liver risk in IT employees, finds University of Hyderabad study
Hyderabad: A recent study by scientists at the University of Hyderabad shows that IT employees in the country are increasingly at risk of suffering from Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Fatty Liver Disease (MAFLD). Fatty…
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Apple announces massive $500 bn investment in US, create 20,000 jobs
Cupertino: Apple on Monday announced plans to spend and invest more than $500 billion in the US over the next four years, creating 20,000 new jobs. The vast majority of jobs will…
