Following the swearing-in of C Joseph Vijay as Tamil Nadu's chief minister, the new cabinet has pledged a 'white paper' audit of all state departments and a 'zero-interference' policy in administration, signalling a significant shift in governance.
A new study reveals that obesity-related changes in body fat can disrupt brain signals and immune function, potentially worsening Alzheimer's disease.
BJP MLA Dhirendra Singh has urged the Uttar Pradesh government to formulate a comprehensive policy covering education, healthcare, housing and social security for labourers.
Nationalist Congress Party (Sharadchandra Pawar) president Sharad Pawar has been admitted to a private hospital in Mumbai for a health check-up.
A 15-year-old girl in Odisha's Mayurbhanj district fainted after a police officer allegedly threatened her with a seven-year jail term if her harassment complaint turned out to be false. The opposition BJD has demanded action against the officer, accusing him of mental harassment.
Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill criticised his team's fielding performance after their loss to Kolkata Knight Riders, citing dropped catches as a key factor in the defeat.
Latur police destroyed seized narcotics worth 1.18 crore, including ganja, opium, and mephedrone, in a controlled incineration process.
Private schools failing to provide these facilities risk de-recognition
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries' acquisition of US-based Organon & Co. for $11.75 billion, the largest overseas acquisition by an Indian pharma company, has been met with mixed reactions from brokerages, who see strategic entry into women's health and biosimilars but also flag potential integration challenges and debt concerns.
Researchers at IIT Kanpur are studying alpha waves in the brain to understand how stress affects cognitive functions. The study aims to build automated models of stress dimensions using EEG and correlating them with factors like loss of control, helplessness, and anxiety.
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has announced incentives for families to encourage larger families and reverse the state's declining population trend.
Former Mohun Bagan President Swapan Sadhan Bose, known as 'Tutu Babu', has died at the age of 79 after suffering a cardiac arrest. He played a significant role in shaping Mohun Bagan, serving in various capacities for over three decades and overseeing transformative decisions.
The Karnataka School Education Department has banned children from dancing to obscene songs in educational and cultural programmes, citing negative impacts on mental health and moral values.
Former Jharkhand minister Alamgir Alam was released from jail after the Supreme Court granted him bail in a money laundering case linked to an alleged tender scam. He was arrested in May 2024 after a large sum of cash was seized from premises linked to his aide.
The Punjab Prisons and Correctional Services Bill, 2026, aims to transform prisons into centres of reform, rehabilitation, and social reintegration, focusing on inmates' human rights, transparency, and security.
A mess employee at the National Institute of Technology (NIT), Kurukshetra, allegedly committed suicide on campus, marking the fifth such incident in the past three months and raising concerns about the well-being of individuals at the institution.
The National Medical Commission is emphasising the importance of preparing doctors and healthcare systems for the responsible and effective use of artificial intelligence, highlighting the need for ethical and equitable AI adoption in healthcare.
A 27-year-old man died in Nangal village, Baghpat, following a clash between two groups. Police have detained one person for questioning and are investigating the incident.
Bodies of two suspected Bangladeshi smugglers who were shot dead by Border Security Force in Tripura's Sepahijala district were handed over to their relatives through Kamalasagar BOP in the presence of BSF and BGB officials, police said on Saturday.
Former Mohun Bagan president Swapan Sadhan Bose, known as 'Tutu Babu', has died at the age of 79 after suffering a cardiac arrest. He played a key role in shaping Mohun Bagan in the modern era, including the merger with ATK.
V D Satheesan was sworn in as Kerala's Chief Minister, with Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar administering the oath of office. The swearing-in ceremony was attended by prominent political figures, including Congress leaders and Chief Ministers of Congress-ruled states.
The Supreme Court addressed concerns regarding the detention of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk under the National Security Act, examining his health and the grounds for his detention.
Former Rajasthan minister Mahesh Joshi has been arrested in connection with the alleged Rs 960-crore Jal Jeevan Mission scam. The arrest follows that of a retired IAS officer and involves accusations of misuse of power and bribery.
Chitra tells us how her strained relationship with her husband and mother-in-law gradually improved after her father-in-law passed away.
Sanjay Badaya, a close aide of former Rajasthan minister Mahesh Joshi, has been arrested in connection with the alleged Rs 960-crore Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) scam.
The Narcotics Control Bureau has busted an international drug syndicate involved in trafficking Captagon, seizing approximately 227.7 kg of the 'jihadi drug' worth Rs 182 crore.
A 20-year-old NEET aspirant allegedly died by suicide at her home in Delhi after the NEET exam was cancelled. Family members suspect the cancellation of the national entrance test led to her taking this extreme step.
A new study suggests that physical activity can trigger the movement of cerebrospinal fluid, aiding in the removal of waste from the brain and potentially reducing the risk of neurodegenerative diseases.
In 2026, try and include these 10 crucial foods in your diet.
Dehradun Police and the STF have arrested another person allegedly involved in the daylight killing of Jharkhand gangster Vikram Sharma three months ago.
'Infertility and reproductive health challenges, much like other chronic conditions, are rising globally.'
Prateek Yadav, the younger son of Samajwadi Party founder Mulayam Singh Yadav, has died at the age of 38 due to cardiac-lung complications. The news has prompted condolences from across the political spectrum in Uttar Pradesh.
A retired teacher and his wife allegedly died by suicide in Kalaigaon, Assam, due to financial hardships and prolonged illness, according to a note they left behind.
The Supreme Court has taken exception to AIIMS' plea to set aside its order allowing a 15-year-old rape survivor to terminate her 30-week pregnancy, urging the Centre to amend the law to permit abortion beyond 20 weeks in such cases.
A team of scientists has identified a 'potentially dangerous' proglacial lake at 16,500 feet in Arunachal Pradesh's Mago Chu basin, a critical headwaters region of the Brahmaputra, warning of a possible Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF) due to rapid glacier transformation.
Delhi Police have arrested four individuals involved in an interstate racket manufacturing and distributing counterfeit prescription drugs, uncovering an illegal processing unit in Delhi.
The Haryana Human Rights Commission has taken suo motu cognisance of the alarming conditions in government primary schools in Nuh district, citing violations of children's rights to education, health, and dignified living.
A 33-year-old man, reportedly undergoing treatment for mental health issues, died after falling from the sixth floor of a residential building in Faridabad. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding his death.
Scientists at CSIR-CCMB have decoded the molecular mechanisms behind how plants use 'sticky' protein droplets to trap and disable invading viruses, potentially leading to more resilient crops and new treatments for human diseases like dementia.
Young adults show alarming NCD trends, with high rates of obesity, prediabetes, and abnormal cholesterol levels.
