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23 Mar 2026


Health

US eyes troop boost as Iran conflict escalates

The United States is weighing a significant increase in its military presence in the Middle East as the conflict with Iran enters…

Ujjain student dies after assault in Canada

A 23-year-old Indian student from Ujjain in Madhya Pradesh was killed in Canada after he was allegedly assaulted by a group of…

Fridge-free vaccine could reach every community

Imagine a vaccine you don’t have to keep cold, no bulky refrigerators, no ice packs, no electricity needed. That’s exactly what scientists…

Baghdad Embassy comes under attack in Dubai

Dubai was hit again within 24 hours as debris from an intercepted attack damaged a building in the financial district. Meanwhile, a…

AI is changing how medicines are made

Artificial intelligence (AI) is starting to play a big role in developing new medicines. Normally, creating a new drug takes 10–15 years…

SC approves first passive euthanasia in India

For the first time in India, the Supreme Court has allowed passive euthanasia, giving a green light to stop medical treatment that…

Global breast cancer cases soar, India hardest hit

Low and middle-income countries are likely to feel the brunt of this surge. While wealthier nations have benefited from better screening, early…

14-year-old girls in India to get free HPV vaccines

India is taking a major step in women’s health with a nationwide programme offering free HPV vaccinations to 14-year-old girls. Scheduled to…

Kerala infant donor saves 4 lives

In a heart-rending yet inspiring story from Kerala, a 10-month-old baby has become the youngest organ donor in the State, helping save…

AI stethoscopes help bridge screening gaps

Artificial intelligence-enabled digital stethoscopes could significantly improve health screenings, especially in areas with limited access to specialists, according to recent studies. Researchers…