Dr Sumit Kapadia, Vascular Surgeon and Varicose Vein Specialist, recently on his IG handle, spoke about artery blockages, and why even healthy arteries get blocked. Dr Kapadia mentioned that arteries (even ‘healthy’ ones) don’t get blocked all of a sudden, though gradual narrowing can occur without any warning, or mild signs only. This process, known…
Olympic boxing legend MC Mary Kom has released a clarification video after her recent remarks sparked backlash on social media. In the video, the six-time world champion apologised to those who felt hurt, saying her comments were misunderstood and taken out of context. She stressed that she never intended to offend anyone, create division, or…
External affairs minister S Jaishankar and US Congressional delegation met in New Delhi on Sunday, holding discussions on a range of issues including India–US relations, the Indo-Pacific region and the ongoing Ukraine conflict. The delegation comprised Congressmen Mike Rogers, Adam Smith and Jimmy Patronis, and was joined by US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor. The…
The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) will open the application window for the Karnataka Common Entrance Test (KCET) 2026 on January 17. Candidates who wish to apply can complete the registration process through the official website cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.KCET, also known as the Karnataka Undergraduate Common Entrance Test (UGCET), is conducted for admission to various professional undergraduate courses…
On July 15, the panel will meet to discuss the affordability and accessibility of healthcare facilities in the public and private sectors. NEW DELHI: The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Health and Family Welfare will meet on July 16 to discuss the conduct of the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET) under the National Medical Commission (NMC) Act,…
NEW DELHI: The Delhi government is ramping up the city’s power capabilities for the next 50 years, chief minister Rekha Gupta said on Wednesday after inaugurating a project to shift overhead electricity wires underground in Chandni Chowk.Addressing the gathering, Gupta said that 28 roads and streets in Old Delhi, including Kucha Mahajani, Bhagirath Palace, Jama…
MEERUT: A stray dog in Bijnor that became a sensation attracting believers after villagers found it doing circumambulation (parikrama) of a Hanuman idol was rescued last week in an urgent but quiet operation by vets who said neurological disorder caused it to move in circles. On Friday, vets at a Delhi hospital told TOI ,…
Manoj Sinha has terminated a Power Development Department official over alleged involvement in terror-related activities JAMMU: J&K Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has terminated an official with the Power Development Department for his alleged involvement in terror activities.The accused, Mohammad Shafi Malik (51), was the ninth J&K govt employee dismissed from service this year. Five govt…
MUMBAI: A rally on Wall Street, rate cut hopes in the US and in India, and strong buying momentum by domestic funds all pushed the sensex above the 86k mark for the first time on Thursday morning. However, profit-taking at higher levels brought the index down from the intraday peak of 86,056 points to close…
Buying cough syrup without a doctor’s prescription may no longer be possible after the Centre withdrew a decades-old exemption that allowed certain syrup formulations to be sold under relaxed regulatory conditions.The change comes months after contaminated cough syrups linked to child deaths in MP triggered a WHO alert. The health ministry has amended the Drugs…