Hong Kong (IANS) More surveillance is needed of a new virus detected in dozens of people in eastern China that may not cause the next pandemic but suggests just how easily viruses can travel unnoticed from animals to humans, scientists … read more
It was in May 2020 that Prime Minister Narendra Modi gave the clarion call for a Bharat that was ‘Aatmanirbhar’. It is important to clarify what this meant and what it did not. While a rough translation of the word … read more
New Delhi (IANS) While the role of women in the freedom struggle has been “highlighted to a very large extent” of late, a lot more needs to be done to “make their stories more enduring” as tokenism in the name … read more
New Delhi (IANSlife) Our world is literally overrun with tonnes of plastic that can severely endanger everything that is essential for supporting life on the planet. That means not only humans, but other organisms, in fact, entire ecosystems are at … read more
New Delhi (IANSlife) In recent years, the culture of cycling has gained tremendous momentum in our country. Cycling is fun, healthy and a low-impact form of workout for all ages. It’s a wonderful workout that keeps you activated both mentally … read more
New Delhi (IANS) Right from schools to higher education, an effort is being made to sync the traditional and modern education system. As part of the effort, till date attempts are being made to promote the regional languages, but now … read more
New Delhi (IANSlife) Peer pressure is a real phenomenon, that much is obvious. The urge to follow what our friends or peers are doing, even if we aren’t fully comfortable with it, is something we have all experienced at some … read more
New Delhi (IANSlife) Global supply networks have been affected by the Covid-19 pandemic’s attack, driving up the cost of new goods. Indian consumers are increasingly interested in reconditioned electronics as the cost of smartphones, laptops, and a variety of other … read more
New Delhi (IANS) Four different space companies — Rocket Lab, ULA, Blue Origin and SpaceX — are all set to launch their rocket missions on Thursday. After facing a delay on its second satellite launch due to software updates, American … read more
Srinagar (IANS) For over seven decades since India’s Independence the fate of the people of Jammu, Kashmir, and Ladakh was in the hands of a few powerful political families living in the region. They gave the world an illusion that … read more