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Covid cases rise in India; govt says monitoring the situation

IANS | May 31, 2025 11:59 AM

New Delhi, May 31 (IANS) Amid the latest wave of Covid-19, the number of SARS-CoV2 infections in the country has risen to 2,170. As many as 511 new cases were recorded from the previous day, according to the latest update by the Health Ministry on Saturday. Meanwhile, 255 patients were discharged or migrated in the last 24 hours, indicating an improvement in recovery.

Study finds common gene variant that doubles dementia risk for men

IANS | May 31, 2025 10:18 AM

New Delhi, May 31 (IANS) Australian researchers have identified a common genetic variant that doubles the risk of dementia in men.

Tobacco is not just addiction but poison: Delhi Speaker Vijender Gupta leads walkathon on World No-Tobacco Day in Rohini

IANS | May 31, 2025 10:00 AM

New Delhi, May 31 (IANS) On the occasion of World No-Tobacco Day, Delhi’s Rohini area witnessed a strong show of public awareness and health advocacy through a walkathon organised to spread the message against tobacco consumption.

India has undertaken over 600 development projects in 78 nations: EAM Jaishankar

IANS | May 30, 2025 9:48 PM

New Delhi, May 30 (IANS) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar on Friday informed that India has undertaken more than 600 development projects in 78 nations across various continents.

West Bengal: West Midnapore residents get medicines at 90 pc discount through Jan Aushadhi Kendras

IANS | May 30, 2025 8:34 PM

West Midnapore, May 30 (IANS) Residents of West Bengal’s West Midnapore district are increasingly benefiting from the Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP), a flagship initiative of the Central government aimed at making quality medicines affordable and accessible for all.

Sleeping disorders may signal risk of Parkinson's disease, dementia

IANS | May 30, 2025 2:32 PM

New Delhi, May 30 (IANS) Sleeping disorders may be act as an early indicator of neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson's disease and Lewy body dementia (LBD) -- a type of dementia, according to a study.

Study links depression with high risk of dementia in both mid and later-life

IANS | May 30, 2025 10:41 AM

New Delhi, May 30 (IANS) Depression can significantly raise the risk of dementia both in middle age as well as among those aged 50 and above, according to a study.

India remains most trusted partner globally towards sustainable future: Minister

IANS | May 30, 2025 10:05 AM

New Delhi, May 30 (IANS) In a world characterised by geopolitical uncertainties, India remains the most trusted partner globally and this trust is attributed to political stability, visionary leadership, cultural values and unwavering commitment to a sustainable future, Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Bhupender Yadav, has stressed.

15 new COVID-19 cases reported in Rajasthan; Jaipur records highest number

IANS | May 29, 2025 10:40 PM

Jaipur, May 29 (IANS) At least 15 new COVID-19 cases were reported in Rajasthan on Thursday, with Jaipur recording the highest number at nine cases.

About 15 pc babies and toddlers facing long-Covid, symptoms can differ by age: Study

IANS | May 29, 2025 3:15 PM

New Delhi, May 29 (IANS) Amid another global wave of Covid-19 disease, a new study showed that about 15 per cent of babies and toddlers are facing long-Covid conditions and that their symptoms can vary based on age.

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Covid cases rise in India; govt says monitoring the situation

Study finds common gene variant that doubles dementia risk for men

Tobacco is not just addiction but poison: Delhi Speaker Vijender Gupta leads walkathon on World No-Tobacco Day in Rohini

India has undertaken over 600 development projects in 78 nations: EAM Jaishankar

West Bengal: West Midnapore residents get medicines at 90 pc discount through Jan Aushadhi Kendras

Sleeping disorders may signal risk of Parkinson's disease, dementia

Study links depression with high risk of dementia in both mid and later-life

India remains most trusted partner globally towards sustainable future: Minister

15 new COVID-19 cases reported in Rajasthan; Jaipur records highest number

About 15 pc babies and toddlers facing long-Covid, symptoms can differ by age: Study

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