India has 56.75 lakh registered EVs till February 2025: Govt

IANS | August 27, 2025 3:01 PM

New Delhi, Aug 27 (IANS) India has been making significant progress in the transition to green energy and electrification as the nation has a total of 56.75 lakh registered electric vehicles (EVs) till February this year, according to government data.

Covid, flu, pneumonia among vaccines essential for adults with heart disease

IANS | August 27, 2025 2:27 PM

New Delhi, Aug 27 (IANS) Adults with cardiovascular disease must be immunised against conditions such as Covid-19, influenza, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), pneumonia, herpes zoster (shingles), and other diseases, according to new recommendations released by the American College of Cardiology (ACC).

US tariffs: Textiles, gems and jewellery to face pressures; pharma and electronics insulated

IANS | August 27, 2025 9:34 AM

New Delhi, Aug 27 (IANS) As the higher US tariffs against Indian goods set to come into effect from Wednesday (US time), sectors such as textiles and gems and jewellery — both labour-intensive industries — are expected to face moderate pressures while pharmaceuticals, smartphones and steel are relatively insulated due to exemptions, existing tariff structures and strong domestic consumption.

Apple’s iPhone 17 launch set for Sep 9 with major upgrades

IANS | August 26, 2025 10:02 PM

New Delhi, Aug 26 (IANS) Tech giant Apple on Tuesday announced the date of its next big global event — September 9 — with a tagline “Awe dropping” that would take place at the Steve Jobs Theater at Apple Park in the state of California in the US.