ORGANS

Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi’s wife sentenced to death in Iraq; what was her crime and who was Baghdadi?

The wife of Abu Bakr al Baghdadi has been sentenced to death by an Iraqi court. She was convicted for facilitating the kidnapping, illegal detention and grave sexual assault on the minority Yazidi women when the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria controlled large territories across Iraq and Syria. The terror organization controlled these territories from 2014-2019.

Best Brown Sugar: A Versatile Sweetener for Every Kitchen Adventure

Best brown sugar is a rich, flavorful sweetener known for its deep molasses flavor and moist texture. It is made by adding molasses back to refined white sugar, giving it a distinct color and taste that enhances baked goods, sauces, and marinades. High-quality brown sugar has a fine, soft texture and a slightly sticky feel, making it easy to blend and dissolve. It not only adds sweetness but also imparts a caramel-like depth to recipes, making it a staple in kitchens for both cooking and baking.

Oil prices tick up as crude, gasoline inventories ease

Oil prices rose as U.S. crude and gasoline stocks fell, with Brent at $85.43 and WTI at $82.47. Influences include U.S. inflation data, Federal Reserve actions, Powell's comments, CPI and PPI reports, OPEC's forecast, Hurricane Beryl impact, economic growth, air travel, rate cut speculation, and interest rates affecting borrowing costs.

India raises seafarer abandonment crisis at IMO; secures membership in key working group

India has urged for effective measures to tackle seafarer abandonment and ensure maritime workforce safety. Ports, Shipping and Waterways Secretary T K Ramachandran addressed this issue during the 132nd session of the Council of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) in London.

India, Taiwan pact to facilitate trade of organic agri goods comes into force

India and Taiwan have signed a mutual recognition agreement (MRA) to facilitate trade in organically-produced goods, including tea and medicinal plants. The agreement aims to reduce compliance costs by avoiding dual certifications and simplifying compliance requirements. It will allow the export of major Indian organic products, such as rice, processed food, green/black and herbal tea, and medicinal plant products to Taiwan.

Trademark infringement: Patanjali asked to deposit Rs 50 lakh for breach of HC order

The Bombay High Court directed Patanjali Ayurved to deposit ₹50 lakh for allegedly breaching an interim order restraining it from selling camphor products, following trademark infringement allegations by Mangalam Organics Ltd. Patanjali admitted the breach in a June affidavit, prompting the court to consider contempt proceedings and schedule further hearing on July 19.

NATO to set up new command in Germany to train Ukraine forces; appoint representative in Kyiv

NATO will appoint a senior representative in Kyiv to strengthen Ukraine's ties with the alliance and establish a new military command in Germany for training Ukrainian troops, according to US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan. This announcement was made at the NATO Summit Defense Industry Forum, where Sullivan also highlighted new joint projects with Indo-Pacific partners and emphasised the importance of cooperation in addressing global challenges.

Roche to use AI to help diabetics sleep peacefully

Swiss pharmaceutical giant Roche announced on Tuesday that it will soon start marketing a new device designed to use artificial intelligence (AI) to predict possible low blood sugar events during the night. This innovation aims to help people with diabetes sleep more peacefully.

Delhi female doctor arrested as police bust international kidney racket; hospitals issue clarifications

Delhi Police arrest seven individuals, including a female doctor, in connection with an alleged international organ transplant racket. Investigations reveal surgeries on Bangladeshi patients using fake documents. Hospitals clarify their lack of direct association with the accused doctor.

Budget 2024: Why India’s agriculture policies need a polio-like awareness drive

‘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.

Need to sensitise foreign nationals on organ transplant guidelines in India: Health ministry

"It is essential for these foreign nationals visiting India for organ transplant to understand the specific guidelines and legal requirements that regulate the process of organ transplantation in India," Chandra said in the letter addressed to Union Home Secretary Ajay Kumar Bhalla and Union Foreign Secretary Vinay Mohan Kwatra on June 19.

Gokaldas Exports MD on PLI scheme, export growth and organic growth expected in ‘24

Gokaldas Exports focuses on women's fashion, outerwear, and sportswear. They will continue to focus on those segments and are seeing growth across all of these product categories.A 15% growth should be possible organically, that is how the company management is looking at the business unfolding over the next two to three years.

Ambani family organize 'Samuh Vivah'for 50 underprivileged couples before Anant-Radhika's wedding

Ambani family hosts 'Samuh Vivah' for underprivileged couples, blessing them with gifts, cultural dances, and a lavish dinner, fostering joy and community spirit to celebrate love and new beginnings with a touch of social responsibility.

Amul to be a part of India’s journey but capital market is not a possibility anytime soon: MD

Amul and the new multi-state cooperative organics both will do handholding of all these farmers, even encourage more farmers elsewhere to get into this space, work on getting the certification of their soil, and use Amul economy model where they can even convert the dunk of our cattle into organic manure, get back to the field, use it extensively with the support that is required for a farmer, says Jayen Mehta

Multibagger Debut! Medicamen Organics stock debuts with 305% premium on NSE SME platform

Medicamen Organics, a pharmaceutical company, saw a successful listing on the NSE SME platform with a substantial premium. The company focuses on international markets, diverse pharmaceutical dosage forms, and global expansion strategies, reflecting its growth potential and market adaptability.

Agritech startup Two Brothers Organic Farms raises Rs 58.2 crore from Nithin Kamath’s Rainmatter

Two Brothers Organic Farms, an agritech startup, has raised Rs 58.2 crore in funding led by Nithin Kamath's Rainmatter Foundation. The round also saw participation from Silicon Valley entrepreneur Raju Chekuri, founder of the cybersecurity firm NetEnrich.

Medicamen Organics IPO allotment expected soon. Check status, GMP, listing date and other details

Medicamen Organics' IPO success signals potential market growth amidst global pharmaceutical advancements, with revenues and profits reflecting promising industry trends.

Uyghur-American politician calls out China's alleged trade in 'Halal Organs'

In March, during a US congressional committee hearing, experts had claimed that Chinese authorities had gathered genetic information from the Muslim Uyghur minority, with the aim of supporting a forced organ transplant programme targeted at attracting Muslim medical tourists from Gulf states.

USA: The state of abortion rights two years after the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade

Medicamen Organics IPO opens today: Check issue size, price band, GMP and other details

The SME IPO of Medicamen Organics commenced its subscription on Friday and is scheduled to conclude on June 24. The company intends to raise approximately Rs 10.54 crore through this offering. Once successfully subscribed, the shares will be listed on the BSE SME platform.

Body organs aren't always where they are supposed to be

​Developmentally, one of the largest single organ abnormalities is dextrocardia where the heart, instead of being slightly over to the left (known as levocardia), is flipped to the right. This is a fairly rare occurrence, about one in 12,000 people are born this way.

Border Roads Organization restores connectivity in North Sikkim amidst challenging conditions

The Border Roads Organization (BRO) is actively working to restore connectivity in North Sikkim by clearing landslides and breaches on various roads. Efforts include constructing a log bridge for foot connectivity and evacuating stranded tourists, overcoming challenges posed by inclement weather.