Millet: The Supercrop in the Climate Change Scenario
Posted on 19 Nov 2022
Millet is possibly the best solution for “climate smart agriculture,” as it is easy to grow, much more versatile, and more climate-proof than rice or wheat.
Debananda S Ningthoujam
The author teaches and studies microbial biochemistry and biotechnology at Manipur University
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World Diabetes Day 2022: Know all about diabetes- its causes, risks, complications and prevention strategies
Posted on 13 Nov 2022
This World Diabetes Day 2022, spread the awareness about diabetes: causes, risks, complications and prevention strategies.
The Howards: Unsung Pioneers of Organic Agriculture
Posted on 29 Oct 2022
The Howards successfully modernised the traditional practices of peasant farmers who held a profound connection to the land and who preserved and handed down traditions of farming and animal husbandry from generations of peasant farmers in India, Europe, and China.
Sudden Cardiac Arrest, Other Heart Ailments and Tips for Heart Health
Posted on 23 Oct 2022
Cardiac arrest and heart attack are two different things. In the former, there is abrupt loss of heart function, breathing and consciousness while in the latter, a coronary artery gets blocked and your heart muscles don’t get enough blood supply to function properly.
New COVID variants, possible winter surge and scenario in India
Posted on 15 Oct 2022
The WHO says that scientists are now tracking over 300 sublineages of Omicron, any or some of which might trigger a fresh wave of Covid infections across the world.
Mediterranean Diet: Here's why you should give up SAD and go nuts!
Posted on 1 Oct 2022
Know all about the Major Components of Mediterranean diet and their benefits for a strong and healthy you.
Plastic-eating bacteria and lumpy skin disease - how fatal are new SARS-CoV-2 variants?
Posted on 24 Sept 2022
There is the looming threat of new variants emerging and some areas may witness a fresh spike of infections.
Tomato Flu, Monkeypox Variants, Cervical Cancer Vaccines, and Emerging COVID Variants
Posted on 3 Sept 2022
About 100 cases of a new viral infection named “Tomato Flu” have been reported in India.
COVID-19 seems far from over
Posted on 13 Aug 2022
As our immunity fades over time, there is the likelihood of the emergence of new sub-variants. Therefore, we all must strictly follow the Covid-appropriate behavior and remain watchful about the possibility of the monkeypox virus spreading across the country.
The Twin Threats of Monkeypox and COVID-19
Posted on 16 Jul 2022
According to a report by CIDRAP (July 13, 2022), in just over two months, the monkeypox outbreak has logged more than 10,000 cases, with the maximum cases in Germany, Spain, the UK and the US.
Are there Anti-ageing drugs on the horizon?
Posted on 2 Jul 2022
Scientists are trying to develop senolytic drugs, anti-aging creams, and even anti-aging pills-drugs that could delay your aging.
Forests and Human Health
Posted on 26 Jun 2022
Contrary to what many of us think, forests are intimately connected with human welfare in myriad ways
Why are bees disappearing?
Posted on 11 Jun 2022
Bees are disappearing because of us, humans. We have wantonly destroyed forests, wildflower meadows and other habitats where bees used to thrive.
Higher Education: Critical challenges in shaping new generation in a constantly changing environment
Posted on 4 Jun 2022
The ultimate ideal of this 21st century is creativity: the urge to continuously learn, modify our learning as things change, and the collective will for “lifelong learning.”
Climate Change: Causes, impacts and mitigation measures
Posted on 28 May 2022
The author discusses the issues of the causes of climate change, its adverse impacts on various sectors and possible mitigation approaches.
COVID-19 Update: How climate change can trigger disease emergence
Posted on 8 May 2022
The author discusses issues of climate change and pandemics, the controversy about the number of COVID deaths, COVID sub-variants, new SARS-CoV-2 vaccines, post-covid complications, long COVID symptoms and possible treatments.
Why we must continue to remain vigilant against COVID-19?
Posted on 23 Apr 2022
It's advisable to continue wearing masks and to test all hospital-admitted patients, irrespective of whether they show typical symptoms of COVID or not.
What is concerning about XE?
Posted on 10 Apr 2022
XE Variant: The fourth wave of COVID-19 pandemic is likely to hit around June and may peak around August 2022, as per reports.
COVID-19 Update: Risk of more virulent strains emerging remains high
Posted on 30 Apr 2022
In this column, the author talks about the issues of thousands coming pandemics, new COVID sub-variants, possible new COVID waves, Covid drugs, new COVID symptoms, COVID complications and possible treatments.
Covid-19 surge and possible fourth wave
Posted on 16 Apr 2022
The rise of new variants and surge in certain locations across the globe is the sign that we have let our guards down prematurely.
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