Rachael McDonnell, IWMI's Deputy Director General - Research for Development, stressed the impact of climate change on water resources during the event to mark the announcement.

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IWMI research will support evidence-based design and the implementation of the Jordanian climate adaptation policy.

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Smallholder farmers are embracing climate-adaptive agriculture, innovations and partnerships.

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Matthew McCartney comments on the stabilizing role of hydropower in building resilience to drought.

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Experts suggest that opening up organ exchange among unrelated individuals could expand the donor pool, potentially saving many lives. While this move

Health experts emphasized that seasonal variations, such as hot, humid weather or cold winters, can significantly raise or medlinklower blood pressure/medlink

A recent discovery led by the University of Maryland could pave the way for new and enhanced treatments for Hutchinson-Gilford progeria syndrome (HGPS),

Daylight saving time adjustments, moving clocks forward in spring and back in autumn, significantly impact sleep duration but only for a short period,

H5N1 avian influenza virus (medlinkbird flu/medlink) has gained new genes and increased virulence as it spread west, revealed scientists (!--ref1--).

A variant of avian flu virus, commonly found in Chinese poultry farms, is undergoing mutations that raise concerns about potential human transmission,

India's medlinkAI healthcare/medlink market is skyrocketing, with a projected value of (Dollor) 1.6 billion by 2025. This rapid growth, fueled by a 40.6%

Yoga Nidra (!--ref1--) induced significant changes in the brain's functional connectivity during practice, according to the first medlinkfunctional

In Massachusetts, US., more than one in three insured people experienced a health insurance transition during the 12 months before or after giving birth, revealed report.

In a significant move towards achieving 'Insurance for All by 2047', the government is set to introduce a bill seeking amendments to the Insurance Act, 1938, during the upcoming Budget session.

Grand Mercure Hangzhou Qingshan Lake is ideally situated next to the tranquil and picturesque Qingshan Lake, a popular destination of ecological richness for tourists as well as locals of Hangzhou. The area is a fascinating mix of historical significance and progressive growth, deeply rooted in Wuyue culture, celebrating the rich heritage of the Jiangsu and Zhejiang regions. Aligning with Hangzhou’s focus on technological innovation and industry, the Qingshan Lake community is also gaining prominence as a high-tech center of business, while retaining its connection to the natural beauty of Hangzhou. The hotel not only provides premium accommodations but also embraces sustainable practices, ensuring that guests can enjoy the stunning environment responsibly. Surrounded by mountains, lakes, and open wilderness, the hotel features panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows in each of its 177 spacious and elegant guest rooms, allowing guests to admire the shimmering blue waves of the lake and the...

NRMC India was established in 2004 as a wholly owned subsidiary of DD International, the contracting agency for the UK Government’s Department of International Development (DFID), The European Community, The World...

1.Unappropriate arrangements of supper: Many people have the habit of eating simple for breakfast and lunch. However, when comes to time of eating with families in the evening, they will take no scruples of whether it is chicken,...

The first look-poster of Kiara Advani's character from Game Changer, directed by Shankar, is out and netizens are finding it absolutely hilarious.

Apart from the lead pair, Ram Charan and Kiara Advani, the film features SJ Suryah, Anjali, Jayaram, Naveen Chandra, Sunil, Srikanth, Samuthirakani and Nassar. While it was initially set for a Christmas 2024 release, the film was pushed to January 10, 2025.

Numerous Bollywood celebrities have paid tribute to the iconic Rohit Bal after his death by wearing outfits that he had designed, however, netizens definitely did not like Kiara's tribute to the designer

The malpractice has been brought to light by tech-influencer who explains how the products listed on the site and the products rated can be two completely different items to begin with.

The WHO has issued a report urging the prioritization of health in climate action. The report, developed with over 100 organizations, calls for an end to fossil fuel reliance and investment in sustainable alternatives.

Researchers have identified changes in the gut microbiome makeup that lead to the onset of rheumatoid arthritis, providing a window of opportunity for targeted treatments.

The J&K Legislative Assembly's recent resolution seeking the restoration of special status has ignited a fierce debate between the BJP and Congress.

A major revolution has been carried out in building a healthy India under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, stated Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel H. D. Kumaraswamy on Tuesday.

In yester years, only the business organizations with huge financial backing were able to initiate the process of custom software development. This condition immediately changed when positive remarks on the usage of these applications...

As X continues to alienate advertisers, even recently suing a group over their boycott of the platform, the company is shifting its creator payments policy to be less dependent on ads. Before, creators would be paid a percentage of the ad revenue from ads shown in their replies. Now, X says it will instead pay […]

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On Wednesday, social network X (formerly Twitter) updated its Privacy Policy to indicate that it would allow third-party “collaborators” to train their AI models on X data, unless users opt out. While X owner Elon Musk trained xAI’s Grok AI chatbot on X user data, leading to an investigation by the EU’s lead privacy regulator, […]

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Elon Musk’s X is planning to make a change to how the block function works, breaking from the established standards of other social media apps. When the policies around blocking change, people who have been blocked by someone will still be able to see that person’s posts, so long as they’re public. They just won’t […]

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AOL founder Steve Case was there in Dulles, Virginia, just outside of Washington, D.C., when in 1996 the Communications Decency Act was passed as part of a major overhaul of U.S. telecommunications laws that President Bill Clinton signed into law. Soon after, in its first test, a provision of that act which states that, “[n]o […]

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The average retail price for home heating oil rose 1-tenth of a cent from last week to $4.05 per gallon. That's down 41.8 cents from a year ago, based on the residential heating fuel survey by the U.S. Energy Information Administration. Heating oil prices in the New England region are at $4.03 per gallon, up 4-tenths of a cent from last week, and down 39.8 cents from a year ago.

The fintech giant Square is changing its name to Block, effective December 10. The name change, which has been in the works for over a year, is intended to house the company’s various products — including music streaming service Tidal, Cash App, TBD, and of course, Square — under one brand. This announcement comes just […]

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After three years in development, the International Auditing and Assurance Standards Board (IAASB) has released a set of standards that are game-changing for shareholders and the profession, says PwC.

SANJEEV NARULA, J.:

1. Mr. Khalid Jahangir Qazi, a national of United States of America holding the status of an Overseas Citizen of India,1 has invoked the jurisdiction of this Court under Article 226 of the Constitution of India, 1950, seeking entry to India. He challenges the legality of two restrictive measures imposed upon him - order dated 12th May, 2023 issued by the Consulate General of India, New York,2 cancelling his OCI card under the Citizenship Act, 1955,3 and the Citizenship Rules, 2009; and a subsequent blacklisting order issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs, under the Foreigners Act, 1946,4 restraining his entry into India. The underlying basis of these actions, as asserted by the Respondents, is the Petitioner's alleged involvement in activities deemed to be prejudicial to the interests of India.

1. The present revisional application has been preferred by the petitioner against an order dated 22.04.2022 passed by the learned Judge, 5th Special Court, Kolkata, in the proceeding being Special Case No. SEBI/39/2018.

2. The petitioner's case is that the petitioner had joined in Amrit Bio Energy and Industries Limited as an executive director on 27.04.2004, for the erection and commissioning of renewal energy power project. The said Amrit Bio Energy and Industries Limited is a group of companies under Amrit Projects Ltd. a company incorporated under the provisions of the companies Act, 1956. After being satisfied with the performance of the petitioner, Kailash Chand Dujari, the Managing Director of Amrit Projects Ltd. and its group of companies had offered the petitioner to become director of several other group companies of Amrit Projects Ltd. After joining the said Amrit Group the petitioner was to look into the development and set up of a power project of 10 M.W. in the District of Bankura, West Bengal. The said project was successfully completed under the supervision of the petitioner. The said Amrit Project Limited had started a business receiving deposits from the public at large without consulting with the petitioner. The petitioner had tendered resignation and resigned from the said Amrit Projects Limited and all its group of companies in the year 2013.

Amateur investors took the stock market by storm a year ago, buying up shares of meme stocks like GameStop and AMC Entertainment. Many remember it as a revolution against Wall Street, but in the end, they largely just lined the pockets of major financial firms. WSJ’s Dion Rabouin explains. Illustration: Sebastian Vega

Along with the large airplane hangar, amenities include two fireplaces, a deck, a patio with a hot tub, a viewing tower, and a detached shop for additional toys and gear.

President Biden on Tuesday spoke in Atlanta to support changing Senate filibuster rules as he sought passage of federal voting laws that have been repeatedly blocked by Republicans. Photo: Patrick Semansky/Associated Press

In recent weeks, some YouTube users have voiced concerns that the platform is making it more difficult to skip ads, with reports circulating about black rectangles obscuring the skip button. These claims surfaced on Reddit, and users reported a lack of

Former India all-rounder Sanjay Bangar's son, Aryan, made headlines with a powerful revelation on social media. Aryan, now identifying as a 'trans woman', took to Instagram to share her journey and the impact of hormone replacement therapy. In the post, she

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has revealed that 76% of the Rs 2,000 notes in circulation have been returned, indicating a significant shift in the cash landscape of the country. "According to the data received from the banks, the total

Rules Change 1st March : માર્ચ મહિનો શરૂ થવામાં હવે ગણતરીના દિવસો બાદ રહ્યા છે. માર્ચ મહિનામાં હોળી અને નવરાત્રીના પહેવારો આવે છે. જે કારણે માર્ચ મહિનામાં ઘણી રજાઓ આવશે. આ સાથે 1 માર્ચથી ઘણા નિયમો બદલાવા જઇ રહ્યા છે. જોકે,

X, formerly Twitter, is set to modify its block button, as confirmed by CEO Elon Musk. In a recent post, Musk stated that public posts will be visible to everyone, even those who have been blocked. Nima Owji initially reported this

A new study finds specific changes in gut bacteria may signal early risk for rheumatoid arthritis, offering potential for preventive treatment.

Tesla CEO Elon Musk made headlines again by introducing a revolutionary electric vehicle named the Robovan at the company's "We, Robot" launch event. Besides Robovan, billionaire Musk also introduced the Cybercab - Tesla's most innovative self-driving electric vehicle. Distinguished by its

Following Donald Trump's re-election as the 47th President of the United States, tech industry leaders have responded with a mix of optimism, caution, and commitment to collaboration. Despite a history of disagreements with Trump, executives from major tech firms appear ready

The Kia Seltos, launched in August 2019, has become a key player in the mid-size SUV market. Its modern design and extensive features have made it a standout model. This vehicle accounts for over 48% of Kia's sales in India, highlighting

SP chief Akhilesh Yadav alleged the postponement was an old trick of the BJP to avoid losing elections.

Till a few years ago, people did not pay much heed to the issue of Climate Change, but some recent occurrences like the Polar Bear shooting in Iceland and flooding in Sahara Desert have raised an urgent alarm. To gather more information about the same, we spoke with Dr Sanju Purohit, a scholar and expert in Geology, Natural Resources and Climate Change. She spoke in detail about the recent incidences as well as issues such as the impact of migration & urbanization in the Indian context. Here are the excerpts from the interview: