Chinese scientists have developed a first-of-its-kind purifier capable of removing breakaway tumour cells that circulate through the bloodstream, potentially preventing the recurrence and spread of some cancers. The Shanghai Jiao Tong University-led team said the proof-of-concept platform could lower the risk of metastasis – the leading cause of cancer-related deaths worldwide – in a peer-reviewed research paper published on November 2. When tested in mouse models of breast cancer, the device...
Read full articleDelhi Minister Kapil Mishra has claimed a conspiracy related to the spike in stubble burning incidents during Diwali. He stated that farmers in Punjab reported fires in their fields while they celebrated the festival. Satellite data revealed a dramatic rise in stubble burning locations from November 7 to November 8. Mishra has called for investigations into potential involvement by Aam Aadmi Party leaders.
Dilip Roy was killed in an exchange of fire with police during an attempted arrest. He was accused of raping and murdering his 12-year-old niece in Uttar Dinajpur district. The police had been searching for Roy for four days following the recovery of the girl's body. Roy allegedly took the girl to the forest under false pretenses before the crime.
Dilip Roy was killed in an exchange of fire with police during an attempted arrest. He was accused of raping and murdering his 12-year-old niece in Uttar Dinajpur district. The police had been searching for Roy for four days following the recovery of the girl's body. Roy allegedly took the girl to the forest under false pretenses before the crime.
Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh condemned the Modi government for denying air pollution's significant mortality impact. He referred to a FICCI-EY report indicating around 2 million death cases linked to pollution in 2023. The report urges reforms like tightening PM2.5 and ozone standards to WHO levels for better public health. Ramesh emphasized the need for revamping the National Clean Air Programme to address these alarming issues.
Nvidia has initiated an investigation regarding CEO Jensen Huang after acknowledgment of a romantic involvement with a Chinese spy. This revelation has raised questions about the company's future stability and ongoing projects. Investors are apprehensive about key-person risk due to Huang's significant influence on Nvidia’s operations and strategy.
NCW Chairperson Vijaya Rahatkar has called for a fundamental shift in society's attitude towards women, saying they are expected to shoulder multiple responsibilities but continue to face discrimination and violence. She said laws have helped deter offences but cannot bring lasting change, flagging domestic violence, workplace harassment and rising cybercrimes.
NCW Chairperson Vijaya Rahatkar has called for a fundamental shift in society's attitude towards women, saying they are expected to shoulder multiple responsibilities but continue to face discrimination and violence. She said laws have helped deter offences but cannot bring lasting change, flagging domestic violence, workplace harassment and rising cybercrimes.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio prepares for a critical discussion with G7 foreign ministers, focusing on urgent global matters such as the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, the Iran predicament, and the rise of artificial intelligence. This meeting arises in the wake of midterm elections that changed congressional dynamics, fostering curiosity about Trump’s upcoming foreign policy direction.
IMD predicted ‘severe’ category air pollution, which is above 400 AQI, for both November 8 and November 9. The average AQI on November 8 at 4PM was 376.