‘Smart’ drug knows where to strike: Indian scientists target Cancer cells, spare healthy tissue
Aug 23, 2026, at 05:44 pm
Indian scientists have developed a new “smart” cancer drug designed to activate primarily inside cancer cells, potentially offering a more targeted alternative to conventional chemotherapy, which can also damage healthy cells.
Aug 22, 2026, at 05:09 pm
Maintaining a calorie deficit can be challenging for anyone trying to lose weight, particularly when hunger starts to creep in between meals.
Ebola spreads exponentially in DR Congo: UN sounds alarm
Aug 22, 2026, at 02:04 pm
As the deadliest Ebola outbreak in DR Congo’s history continued spreading on Friday, UN responders renewed their urgent appeal for immediate international support, with existing funding for lifesaving work critically low.
Zydus scores major USFDA win for Ascorbic Acid injection with 180-day exclusivity
Aug 21, 2026, at 06:13 pm
Zydus Lifesciences Limited (Zydus) announces the receipt of final approval from the United States Food and Drug Administration (USFDA) for its Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for Ascorbic Acid Injection USP, 25,000 mg/50 mL (500 mg/mL) and 5,000 mg/10 mL (500 mg/mL).
Aug 21, 2026, at 09:47 am
Children, who are particularly vulnerable to the disease, account for half of the 46 suspected mpox cases identified in Guinea-Bissau – with 16 of them under the age of four.
Look up, Kolkata! Telescope viewing, space shows and quiz coming to BITM this August
Aug 19, 2026, at 06:38 pm
The Birla Industrial & Technological Museum (BITM), a unit of the National Council of Science Museums (NCSM), Ministry of Culture, Government of India, will celebrate National Space Day with a three-day special programme from August 23 to 25, 2026, in Kolkata.
5 everyday habits that could be quietly damaging your heart, US doctor warns
Aug 19, 2026, at 03:30 pm
Certain everyday habits can negatively affect heart health over the long term. While their impact may not be immediately noticeable, they can gradually increase the risk of cardiovascular problems.
Aug 18, 2026, at 04:51 pm
Flight attendants and pilots have the highest and second-highest proportions of radiation-related cancer deaths among more than 500 occupations in the United States, according to a new study.
Eating more of these common foods may increase prostate cancer risk, study finds
Aug 16, 2026, at 03:43 pm
Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) account for nearly 60% of adults’ and 70% of children’s energy intake in the United States, a recent study has unveiled.
Boat operator fined Rs 5 Lakh for waking sleeping polar bear with foghorn in Norway
Aug 16, 2026, at 12:42 pm
A boat operator in Norway has been fined 50,000 Norwegian kroner (around Rs 4.5-5 lakh) for deliberately waking a sleeping polar bear with a vessel's foghorn, the BBC reported.
UN’s grim Ebola warning: One life lost every 30 minutes
Aug 15, 2026, at 06:20 pm
The Ebola outbreak in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) – the fastest-growing on record and on track to become the deadliest – is killing one person every 30 minutes.
Indonesia shaken by 7.7-magnitude earthquake; 5 dead, rescue operations underway
Aug 15, 2026, at 10:36 am
At least five people were killed after a 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Indonesia on Saturday, triggering panic, forcing large numbers of people to flee their homes and leaving several others injured.
UK heatwave shocker: Britain records fifth-hottest day ever at 38.1°C
Aug 14, 2026, at 05:15 pm
The UK experienced its hottest day of the year on August 13, with temperatures reaching 38.1°C, making it the fifth-hottest day ever recorded in the country, the Met Office said.
Coffee does more than wake you up? Study links consumption to metabolic health and sex hormones
Aug 14, 2026, at 09:33 am
Coffee is one of the world's most widely consumed beverages, and previous research has linked its consumption to a lower risk of conditions such as type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
Several workers trapped after water, debris surge into Uttarakhand tunnel
Aug 13, 2026, at 11:08 pm
At least 10 workers were feared trapped after a sudden surge of water and debris entered an under-construction tunnel at a hydropower project in Uttarakhand's Chamoli district on Thursday evening.
NHAI tightens ambulance rules: 10-minute response mandated for highway accidents
Aug 12, 2026, at 11:19 pm
Ambulances deployed on National Highways will now have to reach accident sites within 10 minutes if the crash occurs within a 10-km radius, under stricter emergency-response norms issued by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI).
What is Moon Base programme? NASA invites ISRO to join lunar mission
Aug 12, 2026, at 02:33 pm
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has invited the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) to join the Moon Base programme, building on the two countries’ partnership under the Artemis Accords.
Over 1,900 dead in DR Congo Ebola outbreak—WHO reveals why so many are dying
Aug 11, 2026, at 03:13 pm
More than 1,900 people have died in the Democratic Republic of the Congo's Ebola outbreak – and most of them never made it to a treatment centre. Between 60 and 70 per cent of deaths are happening in communities far from care, a gap that is now central to the World Health Organization's response.
Daily glass of 100% fruit juice could help lower depression scores, new study finds
Aug 11, 2026, at 10:32 am
People who drink a glass of 100% fruit juice or a smoothie each day as part of the UK's 5-a-day healthy eating guidance may experience improvements in mental wellbeing, according to new research from Newcastle University.
69 killed as 7.4-magnitude earthquake rocks Colombia, buildings collapse
Aug 10, 2026, at 11:21 pm
At least 69 people have been killed after a powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia on Monday, triggering building collapses, trapping residents under rubble and forcing people to evacuate their homes, according to the Associated Press.
20 killed as 7.4-magnitude earthquake ravages western Colombia
Aug 10, 2026, at 09:34 pm
At least 20 people were killed after a powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia on Monday, collapsing buildings, trapping residents under debris and forcing thousands to flee their homes, according to reports citing Colombian authorities.
No smoking, no diabetes, normal BP could add nearly 13 dementia-free years, study says
Aug 10, 2026, at 10:40 am
Having normal blood pressure, no diabetes and not smoking was associated with living nearly 13 years longer without dementia, according to a study published August 5, 2026, in Neurology Open Access, an official journal of the American Academy of Neurology.
India crosses 300 GW clean energy mark, races towards 500 GW 2030 target
Aug 10, 2026, at 10:19 am
The Indian government has said the country has crossed 300 GW of non-fossil fuel-based installed electricity generation capacity, reaching more than 60% of the 500 GW target set for 2030.
Coffee lovers, rejoice! Doctor reveals why your daily cup may actually be good for you
Aug 09, 2026, at 07:41 pm
If you feel guilty about drinking coffee every day, there may be some good news. An oncologist has highlighted the potential health benefits of drinking black coffee in moderation, while a new scientific statement from the American Heart Association (AHA) suggests that up to five cups of caffeinated coffee a day may be safe for most adults.
The Mediterranean’s own odyssey: An ecological treasure feels the strain
Aug 08, 2026, at 05:08 pm
More than 2,500 years after Homer’s epic was first told, Christopher Nolan's blockbuster retelling of The Odyssey has brought the journey back to big screens worldwide. But, behind the sweeping plot is another character facing an odyssey of its own: the Mediterranean Sea.
Scorching heat is hitting kids’ mental health—Here’s what experts found
Aug 08, 2026, at 02:35 pm
As record-breaking heat grips communities worldwide and Australia prepares for an intense El Niño summer, new research provides the first global review linking high temperatures and heatwaves to poorer mental health in children and young people.
Study finds poor sleep could be hurting your child's grades more than you think
Aug 07, 2026, at 09:35 am
A new UC Davis Health study published in Psychological Medicine suggests that when it comes to helping adolescents succeed in school and maintain healthy friendships, sleep may matter more than screen time, exercise or diet. This was particularly true for youth experiencing anxiety, depression or other mental health challenges.
Viagra may do more than treat erectile dysfunction—Scientists find potential cancer benefit
Aug 04, 2026, at 04:51 pm
Viagra, one of the world's most widely known treatments for erectile dysfunction, may also help curb the spread of cancer by strengthening a newly discovered cholesterol-regulating mechanism, according to a new study by researchers at the Weizmann Institute of Science.
Think more protein is better? Scientists say you may want to rethink that
Aug 03, 2026, at 02:28 pm
A new review covering over 350 papers on protein restriction and ageing- publishing July 31 in the Cell Press journal Cell Press Blue-suggests that consuming less protein could have greater health benefits and could, in some cases, extend lifespan. The authors describe how protein restriction slows ageing by improving metabolism, changing how cells respond to nutrients, reducing cellular damage, and preserving healthy cell function.
No time to exercise? This walking plan could melt belly fat
Aug 03, 2026, at 02:01 pm
A new study has found that brisk interval walking performed just once a week can significantly reduce body fat and improve cardiorespiratory fitness in adults with central obesity, delivering benefits comparable to exercising three times a week—the frequency traditionally recommended in exercise guidelines.