INSTITUTIONAL ANIMAL CARE AND USE COMMITTEE
‘Organic’ and ‘natural’? India’s $32 billion packaged food and beverage industry struggles with disclosures
The packaged food industry should be more upfront about the ingredients they use to make products. It is a question of public health, say experts.
‘Doctors knew Covid vaccine’s side-effects killed my daughter. But they didn’t tell us’
Dr Snehal Lunawat was the first case in which the AEFI committee accepted there was a direct correlation between vaccination and death. Many of the petitioners, like her father Dilip, have questioned why information about the side-effects wasn’t made public earlier.
Xi Jinping exposes cracks in China's governance model
President Vladimir Putin emphasized Russia and China's commitment to a more democratic multipolar world order during his visit to China. Critics point to Xi Jinping's concentration of power, erosion of norms, and struggles in maintaining control over the PLA, raising concerns about China's governance model.
Delhi's ailing healthcare infrastructure calls for urgent revamp
Delhi, despite hosting prestigious medical institutions like AIIMS and Safdarjung, faces significant healthcare challenges. The Delhi High Court recently acknowledged the inadequate medical infrastructure and shortage of hospital beds. Several incidents of government hospitals refusing treatment due to lack of resources, resulting in patient deaths, have underscored the urgency of the situation.
UK universities at risk as international student numbers plunge, report says
A government-commissioned report warns that further restrictions on international student numbers in Britain could lead to university closures and job losses. The Migration Advisory Committee found a significant drop in postgraduate student registrations, raising concerns about the impact on education quality and the economy.
Label claims on packaged food could be incorrect & incomplete: ICMR
The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has cautioned that food labels on packaged items can often mislead consumers, urging them to carefully read information to make informed choices, as stated in the recently issued dietary guidelines. The report highlights that health claims on packaged foods may not always accurately reflect their nutritional content, with some products making incomplete or incorrect claims. For instance, products labeled as 'natural' or 'real fruit' may contain additives or minimal fruit content. Additionally, terms like 'organic' and 'sugar-free' can be misunderstood, leading to misconceptions about their health benefits.
- Go To Page 1
Good shot, bad shot: What you need to know about Covishield issue
Covishield Side Effects: Controversies surrounding vaccine side-effects persist despite Covid-19 waning. Covishield, developed by AstraZeneca and Oxford University, faces scrutiny in India following reports of rare side effects. Legal battles and demands for compensation have emerged as families of alleged victims seek justice. Experts stress the importance of understanding risks versus benefits in vaccine administration.
Doctors combine a pig kidney transplant and a heart device in a bid to extend woman's life
Lisa Pisano's combination of heart and kidney failure left her too sick to qualify for a traditional transplant, and out of options. Then doctors at NYU Langone Health devised a novel one-two punch: Implant a mechanical pump to keep her heart beating and days later transplant a kidney from a genetically modified pig.
Caught in a maize: In India’s ethanol blending ambitions, eggs are an unlikely casualty
The government wants to use maize to cut its fuel import bill. While this has strategic advantages, it puts a question over egg production — a source of nutrition for many Indians.
Hollywood animation, VFX unions fight AI job cut threat
Jeffrey Katzenberg foresees accelerated movie production with generative AI. Adam Fowler analyzes AI's impact in Hollywood, while industry voices concerns over AI tools. Sam Tung advocates for AI rules, and Sarah Myers West highlights the significance of labor agreements in shaping AI deployment.
How Russia depicts wounded soldiers: As heroes, or not at all
The conflict between Russia and Ukraine has resulted in a significant number of war wounded, estimated to be in the hundreds of thousands. However, cases like Andrei's, a soldier in the Wagner private military company, receive little publicity in Russia. Reports suggest a lack of essential medical resources and inadequate treatment for the wounded, raising concerns about the Russian government's handling of the situation.
It was full budget for some: 7 mid and smallcap stocks from fisheries, animal husbandry sector
While it was an interim budget with no change in taxation laws and many other parts, for some sectors it was literally a full budget. The reason, the announcements made for them were pretty similar to what has been done in the past when a full budget is presented. So, when an announcement about fisheries, animal husbandry or rural housing is made, the companies in the whole chain will get impacted in a similar manner had these announcements been made in a full budget. From an perspective of investing what needs to be realized is that in the last couple of years, there has been an effort on the policy level that other parts of the rural economy which are not agricultural related get the boost. Given the fact that it is not an easy task to change the rural income matrix, it might take some time for them to get reflected in the bottomline and not every company in the chain would be able to do it also.
Fed's Waller says US "within striking distance" of inflation goal
The U.S. is "within striking distance" of the Federal Reserve's 2% inflation goal, but the central bank should not rush towards cuts in its benchmark interest rate until it is clear lower inflation will be sustained, Fed Governor Christopher Waller said on Tuesday.
The ultimate fluffy boy: New study delves into extinction of a long haired & 'woolly' dog breed
The dogs occupied a previously underappreciated high-status in Indigenous societies, which revered the animals as members of the family and adorned their most treasured items with their emblem.
Covid vaccination didn't increase risk of unexplained sudden death among young adults: Govt
A study conducted by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has observed that COVID-19 vaccination did not increase the risk of unexplained sudden death among young adults in India, the government informed Parliament on Friday.
Titagarh Rail plans to raise up to Rs 700 cr via QIP, seeks JV partner for shipbuilding vertical
Its board approved the QIP plan at its meeting and also constituted a committee for scouting a partner for the Shipbuilding, Bridges and Defence (SBD) business. Currently, wagons and rail passenger coaches are its core operation and are foraying into railway wheels through a joint venture.
Centre of Excellence at IIT Madras to develop biomarkers for early detection of pancreatic cancer
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Madras has set up a Centre of Excellence to develop biomarkers for early detection of pancreatic cancer. The centre aims to create an India-specific cancer genome database to identify biomarkers for early detection and drug response. The data could also help identify drug targets for new therapies. The centre will also develop a 3D organoid model for disease monitoring and drug screening. The interdisciplinary effort aims to improve healthcare infrastructure in India.
Delhi HC asks Niti Aayog committee to expedite process on integrative medicine policy
The Delhi High Court has asked a Niti Aayog committee to expedite the process of formulating a policy on an integrated medical system that combines different branches of medicine. The court observed that there is a wealth of knowledge in systems like allopathy, ayurveda, and homeopathy, and it should be examined whether they can be integrated. The court clarified that the issue of integration should be decided by experts. The petitioner argued that an integrated health system would improve the country's doctor to population ratio and strengthen the healthcare sector.
Nipah virus outbreak in Kerala: All educational institutes in Kozhikode shut till September 24. Top 10 latest updates
An outbreak of the Nipah virus in Kerala, India has caused panic. The virus, transmitted by fruit bats, is potentially fatal and can cause respiratory illness, fever, muscular pain, and other symptoms. The Kerala government has decided to test everyone on the high-risk contact list of infected individuals. Here are the latest updates.
Kerala on high alert as five Nipah virus cases confirmed; govt announces two day holiday in Kozhikode
Nipah Virus: A healthcare worker from Kerala's Kozhikode district has tested positive for the Nipah virus, adding to the growing number of cases. The state government has taken preventive measures, including suspending public events and implementing travel restrictions. The Nipah virus is a zoonotic infection that can be transmitted from animals to humans. Its symptoms range from fever and headaches to severe conditions like acute respiratory syndrome and encephalitis.
Pig kidney works in a donated body for over a month, a step toward animal-human transplants
The latest experiment announced Wednesday by NYU Langone Health marks the longest a pig kidney has functioned in a person, albeit a deceased one -- and it's not over. Researchers are set to track the kidney's performance for a second month.
Life certificate submission at any branch, online deposit claim settlement: RBI committee's major recommendations
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) organised a committee last year to investigate the customer services provided by RBI-regulated enterprises (RE) such as banks, non-bank financial firms (NBFCs), and payment service operators.
At Musk's brain-chip startup, animal testing panel is rife with potential conflicts
Elon Musk's brain-implant venture has filled an animal-research oversight board with company insiders who may stand to benefit financially as the firm reaches development goals.
National Pet Day 2023: History, significance and wishes you can send on the day
Pets are an important part of many of our lives and celebrating National Pet Day gives you the unique opportunity to show undivided attention to your pets, while also encouraging others to adopt pets. The National Institute of Health (NIH) has evaluated the physical and emotional benefits of owning a pet for the past ten years.
India's rising Covid cases: Experts say common cold-like spread suggests endemicity, urge precaution
Giving the reassurance that a monster spike on the lines of the Delta wave in the spring of 2021 is unlikely due to the endemic nature of the virus, they also cautioned that the spread could be halted by following established protocols.
Probe of Elon Musk's Neuralink to scrutinize long-criticized US animal welfare regulator
USDA's watchdog, the Office of the Inspector General, is investigating Neuralink, a medical device company that is developing brain implants, over potential animal-welfare violations.
Elon Musk's Neuralink faces federal probe, employee backlash over animal tests
Neuralink Corp is developing a brain implant it hopes will help paralyzed people walk again and cure other neurological ailments. The federal probe, which has not been previously reported, was opened in recent months by the US Department of Agriculture's Inspector General at the request of a federal prosecutor
What is ethical animal research? Scientist and veterinarian explain 4 R's of care
There is no single standard definition of ethical animal research.
Egg-spelled: Why eggs keep disappearing from midday meal menus
One of India's policy success stories, midday meals have long been a staple in schools across the country but is now drawing flak in the southern state after the government announced plans to serve eggs 46 days a year, while vegetarian students would get fruit or chikki.
Load More
