Origins of COVID still unclear, but climate is driving new viral threats, says top scientist Soumya Swaminathan
The Hindu
Former WHO chief scientist Soumya Swaminathan said there is no definitive conclusion yet on the origin of SARS-CoV-2 but stressed that claims of the virus being deliberately manufactured and released have little scientific basis.
A report reveals 102 re-elected MPs saw a 110% asset increase from 2014 to 2024, highlighting significant wealth growth among politicians.
Ecologist V.S. Vijayan fondly remembers Madhav Gadgil as a compassionate leader dedicated to science and fearless ecological advocacy.
Pongal gift hampers distribution begins in Madurai, benefiting 9.46 lakh rice ration cardholders ahead of the festival.
Eminent ecologist Madhav Gadgil's advocacy profoundly influenced Kerala's political and ecological narratives over the past 15 years.
Chief Minister M.K. Stalin emphasizes technology's role in social uplift and Tamil Nadu's shift towards an innovation-driven economy at UmagineTN.
BJP MP Brijmohan Agrawal clashes with Chhattisgarh government over Bharat Scouts and Guides event, sparking court battle and controversy.
M.S. Sathyu and Jayamala honored at Karnataka State Film Awards 2020-2021 for their outstanding contributions to cinema.
Nearly 48,000 engineering graduates registered under the Yuva Nidhi scheme amid rising unemployment and skills gap in Bengaluru.
Domestic Workers’ Rights Union condemns an ad campaign stigmatizing maids, calling for accountability and fair treatment in hiring practices.
Distribution of Pongal gift hampers begins in Dindigul, Theni and Sivaganga
Sankranti celebrations in Visakhapatnam schools featured traditional performances, decorations, and cultural activities, fostering festive spirit among students.
Raj Thackeray criticizes Maharashtra's government for neglecting locals, linking increased money in politics to rising drug issues.
A late-night demolition to remove encroachments around the Faiz-e-Ilahi Mosque at Turkman Gate, carried out on Delhi High Court directions, led to stone-pelting, injuries to police personnel and multiple arrests.