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Every hour of screen time raises risk of vision loss in children: Study
Health

Every hour of screen time raises risk of vision loss in children: Study

The research found that the risk of myopia increased significantly with daily screen time, rising by 5% for one hour of exposure compared to no screen use and reaching 97% higher odds for those spending four hours on screens each day.
access_time 22 Feb 2025 3:50 PM IST
Winnie Byanyima
World

Trump’s aid freeze could lead to millions of AIDS-related deaths,...

access_time 17 Feb 2025 12:39 PM IST
J&Ks Gulmarg & Tangmarg declared smoke free tourist zones
India

J&K's Gulmarg & Tangmarg declared smoke free tourist zones

The decision comes ahead of the 'Khelo India Winter Games 2025' set to be held in Gulmarg.

access_time 16 Feb 2025 4:48 PM IST
Additional Rs 300 cr allocated by Kerala govt for integrated healthcare scheme
Kerala

Additional Rs 300 cr allocated by Kerala govt for integrated healthcare scheme

With this additional allocation, the total amount earmarked for the flagship scheme in the present financial year has...

access_time 16 Feb 2025 2:34 PM IST
alcohol
Health

WHO urges cancer warning labels on alcohol products similar to cigarettes

The global health body argues that such labels should be “prominent” to increase public awareness and help reduce...

access_time 15 Feb 2025 5:53 PM IST
SC questions govt on Rohingya refugees’ access to schools, hospitals
India

SC questions govt on Rohingya refugees’ access to schools, hospitals

The PIL seeks free education for all Rohingya children, allowing them to take exams, including Class 10, Class 12, and...

access_time 12 Feb 2025 4:13 PM IST
GBS outbreak: Mumbai confirms first death, state reports 7 fatalities
Health

GBS outbreak: Mumbai confirms first death, state reports 7 fatalities

As of February 11, Maharashtra has reported 197 suspected GBS cases, with 172 confirmed. Seven deaths have occurred,...

access_time 12 Feb 2025 3:34 PM IST
Saudi Arabia invites applications for jobs at health ministry
Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia invites applications for jobs at health ministry

Positions are available in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) specialty.

access_time 12 Feb 2025 1:50 PM IST
depression
Science

Study shows carbohydrate cravings may be related to overall severity of depression

While craving for carb-rich foods is generally related to a higher appetite, the study showed that "carbohydrate...

access_time 9 Feb 2025 1:28 PM IST
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VIDEOS
Babri Masjid ki Amar Kahaniplay_circle_outline
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Babri Masjid ki Amar Kahani

access_time 31 Jan 2024 8:01 PM IST
Israeli liberals protest against PM Netanyahu’s move to amend the constitutionplay_circle_outline
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Israeli liberals protest against PM Netanyahu’s move to amend the...

access_time 15 March 2023 1:36 PM IST
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Queen's funeral: Thousands gather to witness last rites

access_time 19 Sept 2022 4:41 PM IST
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Putin's advisor says a completely disarmed Ukraine is the only...

access_time 10 May 2022 1:12 PM IST
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Pro-Imran Khan Pakistanis protest outside Nawaz Sharif's house in...

access_time 19 April 2022 12:32 PM IST
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KSU woman activist injured in SFI attacks in Thiruvananthapuram

access_time 16 March 2022 3:38 PM IST
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Russia accused of war crimes in Europe

access_time 9 March 2022 4:00 PM IST
Russian brutality in Ukraine: Russia claims it is to de-nazify Ukraineplay_circle_outline
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Russian brutality in Ukraine: Russia claims it is to de-nazify Ukraine

access_time 3 March 2022 1:13 PM IST
Microplastics
Health

Microplastics detected in human brain tissue, raising health concerns

Scientists have observed a significant rise in plastic particle concentrations over recent decades, sparking concerns...

access_time 7 Feb 2025 7:22 PM IST
food
Health

Centre forms 19-member panel to curb misleading ads in processed food industry

Headed by Union Minister of Food Processing Industries Chirag Paswan, the committee includes representatives from...

access_time 7 Feb 2025 7:01 PM IST
Wood-burning stoves: A growing health and environmental hazard
Health

Wood-burning stoves: A growing health and environmental hazard

Wood-burning stoves in Europe contribute to nearly 61,000 premature deaths each year. Despite being considered safer...

access_time 27 Jan 2025 1:18 PM IST
53% of Worlds leprosy cases are in India: experts warn
Health

53% of World's leprosy cases are in India: experts warn

It is important to establish community-based rehabilitation to eliminate discrimination and support the affected...

access_time 27 Jan 2025 12:50 PM IST
polio
Health

Polio resurgence in Pakistan and Afghanistan sparks health concerns

It is linked to ongoing instability in Afghanistan, where conflict, poor sanitation, and insufficient healthcare...

access_time 25 Jan 2025 3:09 PM IST
Extreme levels of pesticide residues: Patanjalis 4 tonnes red chilli powder removed from markets
India

Extreme levels of pesticide residues: Patanjali's 4 tonnes red chilli powder removed from markets

FSSAI ordered the removal of the same from markets after detecting non-conformity with food safety norms

access_time 24 Jan 2025 10:51 PM IST
High-altitude hiking contributes infertility in men: study
Health

High-altitude hiking contributes infertility in men: study

The adventure sport could deprive a man's testes of oxygen, and this could impact sperm quality and overall reproductive...

access_time 24 Jan 2025 6:54 PM IST
HIGHLIGHT
Assam’s BJP govt displaces 100 more families in eviction drive
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Assam’s BJP govt displaces 100 more families in eviction drive

access_time 5 Dec 2025 11:07 PM IST
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A Glimpse into pictures by Danish Siddiqui
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A Glimpse into pictures by Danish Siddiqui

access_time 18 July 2021 5:11 PM IST
Light snow, rain likely in Kashmir and Ladakh
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Light snow, rain likely in Kashmir and Ladakh

access_time 6 Feb 2021 5:46 PM IST
Forceful mass eviction made Dalit lives in Chennais Thangavel street miserable and homeless [In Gallery]
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'Forceful' mass eviction made Dalit lives in Chennai's Thangavel...

access_time 27 Jan 2021 7:01 AM IST
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