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‘Mem Famous’ movie review: Sumanth Prabhas makes a promising debut in this partially engaging coming-of-age story

Newcomers led by Sumanth Prabhas get the carefree rural Telangana vibe right in the Telugu film ‘Mem Famous’, which shines in a few segments but falls short of being a roller coaster fun ride




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Arihant partners with Empee Hotels to build new commercial space in Chennai

This project will integrate office space with hospitality services, says a release




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Ivanhoe Cambridge divests stake in three joint ventures to partner Lodha

Following the acquisition, Macrotech’s stakes in the entities — Bellissimo Digital Infrastructure Development Management, Palava Induslogic 4, and Bellissimo In City FC Mumbai 1 — will increase to 70%, 66.67%, and 66.67%, respectively.




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Brigade to invest ₹800 crore to develop 1 million sq ft residential apartments in West Chennai

West Chennai is one of the fastest growing parts of the city




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The sum of its parts

Project Cinema City is a grand exercise exploring the relationship between Hindi cinema and Mumbai




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Threads of partnership

Friends and collaborators Bina Rao and Villoo Mirza are bound by their passion for handlooms




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No more parties without permission: Telangana Excise Dept. to farmhouse owners




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Bar an equal partner in the administration of justice: Telangana HC Chief Justice Alok Aradhe

Foundation of judicial system is faith and trust of litigants; steps will be taken soon to digitally serve summons in criminal cases in order to considerably reduce delays, says Telangana High Court Chief Justice




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Ranji Trophy | Shreyas and Lad’s regal partnership takes reigning champion to mammoth score

The duo’s 354-run stand for the fourth wicket helps Mumbai declare its first innings at 602 for four before dismissing five Odisha batters for 146 at the end of day two




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Cash-strapped Archaeology Department takes MGNREGA route for upkeep of monuments in Karnataka

The proposed initiative will cover the protected and unprotected sites in Karnataka, most of which lack even a fence, so as to prevent encroachment




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A musical ode to Faiz’s only poem on Partition 

Amira and Vasundhara explore Faiz Ahmad Faiz’s poem ‘Subh-e-Azadi’ in a sonic landscape of traditional ragas and electronically modified sounds




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Morphological analysis of Pd/C nanoparticles using SEM imaging and advanced deep learning

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,35172-35183
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA06113F, Paper
Open Access
Nguyen Duc Thuan, Hoang Manh Cuong, Nguyen Hoang Nam, Nguyen Thi Lan Huong, Hoang Si Hong
In this study, we present a comprehensive approach for the morphological analysis of palladium on carbon (Pd/C) nanoparticles utilizing scanning electron microscopy (SEM) imaging and advanced deep learning techniques.
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N-doped carbon quantum dots for the selective detection of OCl− ions, bioimaging, and the production of Fe3O4 nanoparticles utilized in the synthesis of substituted imidazole

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,35448-35459
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA06474G, Paper
Open Access
  This article is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licence.
Namrata Priyadarshini Hota, Sathiyanarayanan Kulathu Iyer
Nitrogen-doped quantum dots (NCQD) were synthesized by solvothermal means using o-phenylenediamine and L-tartaric acid.
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Self-immolative polydisulfides and their use as nanoparticles for drug delivery systems

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,35568-35577
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA07228F, Paper
Open Access
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Katharina Völlmecke, Maurice Kramer, Corinna Horky, Oliver Dückmann, Dennis Mulac, Klaus Langer, Dirk Kuckling
Polydisulfide based nanoparticles can be degraded by glutathione (GSH) to deliver hydrophobic drugs.
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Synthesis and in vitro assessment of gold nanoparticles conjugated with extracts, sterols and pure compounds derived from marine sponges from the Indian and Pacific Oceans

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,36115-36131
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA04068F, Paper
Open Access
Avin Ramanjooloo, Devesh Bekah, Samson A. Adeyemi, Philemon Ubanako, Lindokuhle Ngema, Yahya E. Choonara, David E. Williams, Elena A. Polishchuk, Raymond J. Andersen, Archana Bhaw-Luximon
The synthesis of gold nanoparticles using extracts, sterols and pure compounds from marine sponges.
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A facile synthesis of iron oxide nanoparticles as a nano-sensor to detect levofloxacin and ciprofloxacin in human blood and evaluation of their biological activities

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,36093-36100
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA05024J, Paper
Open Access
Erum Hasan, Ziana Manzar, Nabeel Haroon, Ali Raza, Syed Nawazish Ali, Mehreen Lateef, Sabira Begum
New bioactive magnetic nanoparticles were synthesized and stabilized by 3-aminobenzoic acid (3-ABA) utilized in detection of levofloxacin and ciprofloxacin.
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Upconversion nanoparticles incorporated with three-dimensional graphene composites for electrochemical sensing of baicalin from natural plants

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,36084-36092
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA06540A, Paper
Open Access
Na Zhang, Yilin Wu, Tian Liang, Yongxiang Su, Xusheng Xie, Tianren Zhang, Hongyan Wang, Keying Zhang, Rongli Jiang
The fabrication of UCNP-3DG and its application in electrochemical detection of Bn in natural plant samples.
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In silico molecular docking and ADMET prediction of biogenic zinc oxide nanoparticles: characterization, and in vitro antimicrobial and photocatalytic activity

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,36209-36225
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA06890D, Paper
Open Access
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Hajara Akhter, Susmita Sarker Ritu, Shahariar Siddique, Fariha Chowdhury, Rehnuma Tasmiyah Chowdhury, Samina Akhter, Mahmuda Hakim
A facile green route to synthesize zinc oxide nanoparticles using watermelon rind extract with antimicrobial and photocatalytic potential.
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Developing Ni0.5Zn0.5Fe2O4 ferrite with controlled particle size and morphology through optimized processing conditions of low energy solid state reaction

RSC Adv., 2024, 14,36264-36272
DOI: 10.1039/D4RA07076C, Paper
Open Access
Sarah Baayyad, Fatima-Zahra Semlali, El Kébir Hlil, Tarik Mahfoud, Hassan El Moussaoui, Mounir El Achaby
Soft magnetic materials, like Ni0.5Zn0.5Fe2O4, require high temperatures and regulated environments for their manufacture and processing, which can be highly energy intensive.
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Akali Dal expels eight rebels; they say ‘party has become Badals fiefdom’

SAD leader Balwinder Bhundur said the eight leaders had actively colluded with the party’s enemies to create divisions in the party and weaken it




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Nana Patole hints on more BJP leaders to join Congress, small parties to go solo

Shishupal Patle’s entry ahead of the Assembly election is being seen as a way to strengthen Congress’s influence in the constituency, which falls under the Vidharbha region of Maharashtra




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Depression likely to bring heavy rain in most parts of Odisha

It is likely to move nearly northwards and intensify into a depression over the northwest Bay of Bengal off north Odisha-Gangetic West Bengal coasts on September 8




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NSCN (I-M) seeks third-party intervention to break talks deadlock

Accusing the Centre of betraying the Framework Agreement of 2015, the Naga extremist group led by Thuingaleng Muivah threatened to return to violent ways




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Neeraj Chopra reveals he took part in Diamond League final with fracture in hand

Neeraj Chopra, who added a silver to his Olympic medal tally in Paris following a historic gold at the Tokyo Games, thus ended his season on a high.




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T.N. Health Department takes cancer screening to women at their workplace

To give better access to women for screening of cancer, the Health Department is taking their programmes to work sites and also encouraging women to come in for annual check-ups




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Autism Spectrum Disorder: When emotional support should be part of pedagogy

Navigating the challenges of autism in Indian schools: parents share experiences and experts emphasize the need for inclusive education.




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Japan’s government in turmoil as election leaves no party majority, hits Yen

With mounting voter dissatisfaction over scandals and economic pressures, Ishiba’s position as prime minister is now in jeopardy, facing calls for new leadership.




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Trump expands lead, Republican Party captures Senate as Harris path narrows

Trump wins both North Carolina and Georgia, while holding a more tentative advantage across Wisconsin, Michigan, Pennsylvania and Arizona




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Fe/Fe3C particles encapsulated in hollow carbon nanoboxes for high performance zinc–air batteries

Dalton Trans., 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4DT02396J, Paper
Chuyun Huang, Wenyuan Zhang, Xuezhi Hu, Shiliang Fei, Fhulufhelo Nemangwele, Nnditshedzeni Eric Maluta, Yangsen Hu, Hui Lv, Pei Hu, Zhuo Peng
Zinc–air batteries are recognized for their environmental friendliness and high energy density; however, the slow kinetics of the oxygen reduction reaction (ORR) at the air electrode hinder their commercial viability.
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One-pot facile synthesis of rod-like Bi2S3 particles in deep eutectic solvent and their ppb-level selective H2S gas detection

Dalton Trans., 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4DT03006K, Communication
Reiko Furukawa, Takuya Hasegawa, Ayahisa Okawa, Shu Yin
Rod-like Bi2S3 particles were synthesized by one-pot reactions with choline chloride-based DESs, and showed sub-ppm level selective H2S gas detection. Acetamide-based DES yielded uniform particles with excellent gas sensitivity.
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Catalytic partial oxidation of methane over oxide-ion-conductive lanthanum silicate apatites

Dalton Trans., 2024, 53,18021-18026
DOI: 10.1039/D4DT02421D, Paper
Afif Pamungkas, Yuta Goto, Kazumasa Murata, Saburo Hosokawa, Satoshi Ogawa, Kosaku Ohishi, Tomohiro Matsumoto, Miwa Saito, Teruki Motohashi
The oxide-ion-conductive lanthanum silicate La9.33Si6O26 with an apatite-type structure exhibits high activity for the catalytic partial oxidation of methane (CPOX).
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An acidity-triggered aggregation nanoplatform based on degradable mesoporous organosilica nanoparticles for precise drug delivery and phototherapy of focal bacterial infection

Dalton Trans., 2024, 53,17893-17901
DOI: 10.1039/D4DT02111H, Paper
Yunhan Huang, Wei Guo, Xinyu Wang, Jingrui Chang, Bo Lu
An acidity-triggered aggregation antibacterial nanoplatform based on biodegradable mesoporous organic silica nanoparticles, is reported. It enables precise drug release and spatial accuracy for photodynamic therapy and photothermal therapy.
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Gold nanoparticle-decorated amorphous carbon for oxidative cyclization of anthranilamide and aryl alcohols

Dalton Trans., 2024, 53,17976-17988
DOI: 10.1039/D4DT02355B, Paper
The Thai Nguyen, Huyen-Tran Thi Nguyen, Thu Anh Nguyen, Khuong Quoc Vo, Phuong Hoang Tran
Various 2-phenylquinazolin-4(3H)-ones were produced in moderate-to-good yields (44–80%) via the oxidative cyclization of anthranilamide and benzyl alcohols using gold nanoparticle-decorated amorphous carbon as an efficient catalyst.
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Of govt departments and RTI




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Permeating partiarchy

It’s no longer about confining women to the kitchen; it subtly disguises itself as praise for how well women juggle careers and family




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BJP should sack BSY and Vijayendra from party posts over irregularities in purchases during pandemic, demands Congress




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Tunga Aarati held in Shivamogga as part of campaign to clean river Tungabhadra

Shivamogga MLA S.N. Channabasappa appreciated the efforts of people and students involved in the padayatra from Sringeri to Harihar as part of a campaign to keep the river clean




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HMT forest land denotification: Forest Department issues notice to former and current officers




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Rave party: CCB demanded bribe and sexual favours, alleges RTI activist




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Department of Pre-University Education to train PU students for K-CET and NEET in Shivamogga

Training programme to be inaugurated formally in Shivamogga tomorrow




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Shepherds, craftspersons to participate in ‘Kurubki’ event in Bengaluru




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8 parties in tough fight on Mumbai's 36 seats ahead of civic body polls




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ICC continues discussion on Champions Trophy schedule with participating nations

Meanwhile, it was not a surprise that ICC has also put on hold the prestigious ODI tournament's launch event, which was scheduled to be held in Lahore on November 11.




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Ultrafiltration behavior of CuO particles synthesized without and with different surfactants using PAN and PES membranes

Environ. Sci.: Water Res. Technol., 2024, 10,2981-2996
DOI: 10.1039/D4EW00462K, Paper
Olabimpe Genevieve Badru, Ime Akanyeti
Four different CuO particles were synthesized, with no surfactant (CuO/NS) and with three surfactants: Triton X-100 (CuO/TX100), cetyltrimethylammonium bromide (CuO/CTAB) and sodium dodecyl sulfate (CuO/SDS).
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India becoming part of global drug development operation of BMS: Samit Hirawat 

Samit Hirawat discussed India’s growing significance as a site for clinical trials, innovations in drug development, and how technology is poised to help bring new products to market faster




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Fintech Progcap to digitise supply chains of MSMEs to make them part of formal economy




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Participation in World Travel Market will boost foreign tourist arrivals in Kerala, says Minister Riyas

As part of the World Travel Market, Kerala Tourism Pavilion opens in London




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Caught between principle and party, Sandeep Varier says it’s for BJP to take a call

In a chat with The Hindu, the BJP State committee member reaffirms that he is weighing no options. “I’m not planning anything. I shall act according to the changing situation. But I shall continue to be a dedicated karyakartha of the BJP,” he says




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Morning Digest | Presidential election today; Centre to convene all-party meeting on situation in Sri Lanka on DMK, AIADMK’s request, and more

A select list of stories to read before you start your day




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Sri Lanka crisis live updates | Majority of Sri Lanka’s ruling SLPP party in favour of Dullas Alahapperuma as President, Sajith Premadasa as PM: G.L. Peiris

Acting Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe and two others were proposed by lawmakers as the three candidates for the July 20 Presidential election