A 45-year-old woman in Kolkata has been diagnosed with Human Coronavirus HKU1 (HCoV-HKU1), a relatively rare strain of coronavirus. She had been experiencing persistent fever, cough, and cold for the past 15 days and is currently receiving treatment at a private hospital in South Kolkata. Fortunately, her condition is stable. What is Human Coronavirus HKU1? […]
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A mesmerizing celestial event is set to unfold on March 14, 2025, as a total lunar eclipse—commonly known as a Blood Moon—paints the night sky with a striking reddish hue. However, skywatchers in India will miss out on this rare spectacle since the eclipse will occur during the daytime in the country. This total lunar […]
Srinagar, J&K: A fresh wave of heavy snowfall in the mountains and continuous rainfall in the plains has brought much-needed relief to Jammu and Kashmir, ending a prolonged dry spell. The snowfall and rain have boosted water levels in rivers, streams, and springs, easing concerns over water shortages for irrigation and daily needs. Snowfall in […]
Over-Commercialisation and Cultural Disconnect Lead to Growing Disinterest Valentine’s Day, once celebrated as the festival of love, is gradually becoming one of the most disliked events around the world, and India is no exception. A growing number of Indians are choosing to treat February 14 like any other day, with some openly admitting they find […]
As Chinese electric vehicle (EV) giant BYD makes its way into South Korea’s passenger car market, concerns are emerging over potential data privacy risks. Some experts worry that the connected car features in BYD’s vehicles could lead to sensitive driver data being sent to China. Why Are Experts Concerned? BYD’s first model in South Korea, […]
A new study by Japanese researchers challenges the long-held belief that crop burning in Punjab and Haryana is the main culprit behind Delhi-NCR’s hazardous air pollution. According to findings from the Aakash Project, led by the Research Institute for Humanity and Nature (RIHN) in Kyoto, local pollution sources play a much bigger role in Delhi’s […]
In her 2025-26 budget, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman unveiled a comprehensive set of tax reforms aimed at making life easier for the middle class. Drawing inspiration from the Telugu poet Gurajada Appa Rao’s words, “A country is not just its soil, a country is its people,” Sitharaman emphasized the government’s commitment to putting the people […]
Authorities in Pune have identified 22 suspected cases of Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS), mainly concentrated in the Sinhgad Road area. The health department has sent patient samples to ICMR-NIV for testing as part of an investigation into the matter. Most of the suspected cases involve patients between the ages of 12 and 30, with one case […]
The sub-4 meter SUV segment in India is heating up, with established players like the Tata Nexon, Maruti Brezza, and Mahindra XUV 3XO currently dominating the market. However, two new contenders—Kia Syros and Skoda Kylaq—are gearing up to challenge these popular models. Both SUVs are set to offer competitive pricing and features, making the segment […]
In preparation for Republic Day celebrations, flight operations at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) will face temporary restrictions until January 26. The airport operator, Delhi International Airport Ltd (DIAL), announced that no flights will arrive or depart between 10:20 AM and 12:45 PM IST from January 19 to January 26. IGIA, the nation’s busiest […]
