Month: August 2024

Two new murder cases filed against ousted Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina

August 31, 2024 admin

Two new murder cases have been filed against Bangladesh’s deposed Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. | Photo Credit: AFP Two new murder cases have been filed against Bangladesh’s deposed Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and her former Cabinet ministers for the killing of three persons, including two BNP activists, during the quota reform protests in the country,…

World

The chemical treasury in garlic

August 31, 2024 admin

A fraction: Of the over 2,300 chemicals in garlic cloves, barely 70 chemicals figure in nutrition charts. | Photo Credit: Getty Images/iStockphoto Plants, unlike animals, cannot escape predators. They are literally rooted to one spot. They have overcome this disadvantage by arming themselves with a vast chemical armory as a defense. Those parts of a plant…

Science

Facts alone fall short in correcting science misinformation

August 31, 2024 admin

Just the facts may not be enough to overcome misinformation, a recent study indicates. In an experiment, 152 college students who had been exposed to misinformation read one of two articles intended to give them the correct, scientifically backed information. Those who read an expository article that had “just the facts” retained more misconceptions than…

Science

Facts alone fall short in correcting science misinformation

August 31, 2024 admin

Science

The chemical treasury in garlic

August 31, 2024 admin

Plants, unlike animals, cannot escape predators. They are literally rooted to one spot. They have overcome this disadvantage by arming themselves with a vast chemical armory as a defense. Those parts of a plant that are below the ground are particularly vulnerable to attack. Bacteria, fungi, nematodes, larvae, snails, mice — the list of threats is long. Not…

Science

Ex-Singaporean Diplomat On UN Security Council Reforms

August 31, 2024 admin

“There is absolutely no question that India is the 3rd-most powerful country,” Mr Mahbubani said. (File) New Delhi: The United Nations Security Council needs urgent reforms and India should get its rightful place as a permanent member of the top UN body, says former Singapore diplomat professor Kishore Mahbubani. In an exclusive interview to NDTV’s…

Nation

IACS scientists discover a new target for cancer treatment

August 31, 2024 admin

Using human breast cancer cells, a team of scientists at the Kolkata-based Indian Association for the Cultivation of Science (IACS) has discovered a new target for killing cancer cells, which can potentially lead to new therapies. This target is used by cancer cells to regulate DNA repair during cell division. Results of the study were…

Science

IACS scientists discover a new target for cancer treatment

August 31, 2024 admin

Science

NorthEast United FC Stun Mohun Bagan On Penalties In Durand Cup Final, Win First-Ever Club Trophy

August 31, 2024 admin

NorthEast United FC completed a brilliant comeback victory after being two goals down to overcome defending champions Mohun Bagan Super Giant on penalties and clinch the 133rd Durand Cup in a thrilling final which was played here at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan. This is the Highlanders maiden Durand Cup title and their…

Sports

Ex-Singapore Diplomat On PM Narendra Modi’s Russia-Ukraine Visit

August 31, 2024 admin

Showcasing India’s balancing act, PM Modi visited both Russia and Ukraine. New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent visit to Ukraine, weeks after a state visit to Russia has earned praise from a former Singaporean diplomat who says India’s role in global diplomacy has reached a crucial juncture, and the role of the West has…

World