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‘The Kerala Story’ director Sudipto Sen is once again in the headlines for his new film ‘Charak: Fear of Faith’. Sen, known for making films on social and sensitive issues, is presenting the conflict of faith and superstition on the big screen this time. ‘Charak’ is not just a historical celebratory story, but an attempt…
Last Updated:November 30, 2025, 01:31 IST The collection undergoing digitisation is immense, comprising over 25 million documents belonging to more than 1,300 individuals and organisations By removing geographical barriers, the initiative aims to strengthen the study of modern India’s historical and political evolution. (Representational image/Getty) The Prime Ministers’ Museum and Library (PMML) has launched a…
Researchers have identified special immune cells in the brain that help slow Alzheimer’s disease. These microglia work to reduce inflammation and block the spread of harmful proteins. They appear to protect memory and brain health, offering a promising new direction for therapy. In a study published November 5 in Nature, the team found that microglia…
Born in Mumbai’s Lohar Chawl and forced to quit studies at 15 due to family responsibilities, Inder Jaisinghani rose from a life of struggle and limited means to build a remarkable success story through sheer hard work and determination. In 1968, he started the Polycab company along with his brothers. They began this venture from…
The study, led by Queen Mary University of London, defined sensitivity as a personality trait that reflects people’s capacity to perceive and process environmental stimuli such as bright lights, subtle changes in the environment, and other people’s moods. The research, based on a meta-analysis of 33 studies, revealed there was a significant, positive relationship between…
A study has uncovered how microbes in one’s gut helps manage stress by interacting with the body’s circadian rhythms, or biological clock. Researchers from the University College Cork, Ireland, found that the trillions of microorganisms in the gut — or the gut microbiome — control the hormones produced in response to stress in a time-dependent…
Last Updated: October 22, 2024, 10:45 IST Pradhan said that he hoped the three AI-CoEs would emerge as temples of global public good (File Photo) Pradhan emphasised that India views Singapore as a trusted knowledge partner, particularly in advancing deep tech, start-ups, and innovation ecosystems, an official statement said. Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan met…
These findings further highlight the unique fluidity and grace that make cats such beloved pets. Cats and dogs have long been cherished as some of the most popular pets worldwide, admired for their companionship, loyalty, and distinct personalities. These creatures continue to improve the lives of families all around the world, whether it’s because of…
The initiative will cover theses from Sciences (Sciences, Medical Sciences), Engineering and Technology, Social Sciences (including Education and Humanities), Indian Languages, and Commerce and Management. (Representational photo) The initiative is in line with the new National Education Policy (NEP), 2020, which envisages the creation and exploration of new knowledge through research The University Grants Commission…
Scientists on Friday revealed that a cholesterol regulator can become a surprising player in mental health research, helping treat depression and anxiety. Called LXRβ, the nuclear receptor is known for its role in cholesterol metabolism and inflammation. It is now emerging as a crucial player in neuroscience and psychiatry. In a review, published in the…