Chapters on Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw, Brigadier Mohammad Usman and Major Somnath Sharma Introduced in NCERT syllabus
Posted On: 07 AUG 2025 6:12PM by PIB Delhi Chapters on the lives and sacrifices
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Towards A Potential Cure For Alzheimer’s Disease
Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is a debilitating condition affecting numerous people worldwide, with its prevalence expected to increase significantly in the future. It accounts for 70-80% of dementia cases and is the 5th leading cause of death, posing a substantial socioeconomic burden on the healthcare sector and society. The disease is characterized by the accumulation of protein clumps in the brain, memory loss, and cognitive deficits.
Mystery Behind The Sting Of The Black Scorpion Decoded
The study, spearheaded by Prof. Ashis K. Mukherjee, Director of IASST, and Ms. Susmita Nath, research scholar, among others, found that the secret behind the danger of the sting lies in 25 distinct toxins spanning eight different protein families packed in the venom that the scorpion injects.
Dac Clears Proposals Worth ₹ 67,000 Crore To Enhance Operational Capability Of The Armed Forces
For the Indian Navy, AoN was accorded for the procurement of Compact Autonomous Surface Craft, BrahMos Fire Control System & Launchers and Upgradation of BARAK-1 Point Defence Missile System. The procurement of Compact Autonomous Surface Craft will provide the capability to the Indian Navy for detection, classification and neutralisation of threats in anti-submarine warfare missions.
A New Approach To Treatment Of Liver Cirrhosis
A team of scientists from Institute of Liver and Biliary Sciences (ILBS) New Delhi, and National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER) Guwahati, ventured to probe the therapeutic efficacy of VEGF-C in ameliorating gut lymphatic dysfunction and improving lymph drainage. They studied if VEGF-C could help reduce ascites and attenuate inflammation in end-stage liver cirrhosis.
Himalayan Clouds Carrying Toxic Metals Pose Health Risks
Metals in the cloud is a matter of growing concern due to its adverse impact on human health on a wider scale through continental long-range transport. However, information regarding metal contamination of low-level clouds, particularly the late summer and early monsoon clouds in India is lacking,
Vice Admiral Sanjay Vatsayan, Avsm, Nm, Assumes Charge As The 47th Vice Chief Of The Naval Staff
Posted On: 01 AUG 2025 11:21AM by PIB Delhi Vice Admiral Sanjay Vatsayan, AVSM, NM
Lieutenant General Pushpendra Singh Takes Over As Vice Chief Of The Army Staff
Posted On: 01 AUG 2025 12:34PM by PIB Delhi Lieutenant General Pushpendra Singh assumed the
India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) Launches Aadhaar-Based Face Authentication for Seamless and Inclusive Digital Banking
Posted On: 01 AUG 2025 4:11PM by PIB Delhi India Post Payments Bank (IPPB), a
DRDO Successfully Conducts Two Consecutive Flight-Tests of Pralay Missile
Pralay is an indigenously-developed solid propellant quasi-ballistic missile employing state-of-the-art guidance and navigation to ensure high precision. The missile is capable of carrying multiple types of warheads against various targets.