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New Gene Therapy Slows Huntington’s Disease Progression by 75%

New Gene Therapy Slows Huntington’s Disease Progression by 75%

A significant breakthrough in medical science has been reported by UK doctors in the treatment of Huntington's disease, a devastating and currently incurable genetic condition. A team of researchers delivered a new gene therapy that was found to slow the progression of the deadly disorder by approximately 75% in clinical trials on human patients. This advance, achieved after decades of research, offers new hope for those afflicted and represents one of the year's most important developments in cellular and neurobiology.
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Byatikram’s Brain Quest Championship 2025: Guwahati Schools Showcase Intellectual Prowess

Byatikram’s Brain Quest Championship 2025: Guwahati Schools Showcase Intellectual Prowess

The ‘Brain Quest Championship 2025’, an intellectually stimulating interschool quiz initiative by the Byatikram Group, is gaining remarkable momentum as the elimination rounds progress across several schools in Guwahati. Supported by Presidency University Bangalore as the Knowledge Partner, Mirchi 95 FM as the Radio Partner, and Byatikram Digital as the Digital Partner, the championship seeks to foster curiosity, analytical thinking, and holistic learning among students. With the theme “Battle of Brains: Knowledge Beyond Classrooms,” the Brain Quest Championship 2025 aims to strengthen critical thinking, general awareness, teamwork, and problem-solving skills among Class 11 and 12 students. The format includes a…
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Samsung announces a partnership with Instamart

Samsung announces a partnership with Instamart

Samsung has announced a partnership with Instamart to offer instant doorstep delivery of Galaxy devices including smartphones, tablets and wearables across major Indian metros. The collaboration allows customers to order select Galaxy products on Instamart and receive them in as little as 10 minutes. Samsung said the initiative expands its omnichannel retail strategy by enabling faster access to technology for urban consumers who prefer same-day fulfilment. The move also strengthens its presence across multiple price segments by integrating smartphones and accessories within the quick-commerce delivery ecosystem. Officials from Instamart said the partnership aims to adapt to evolving lifestyles and re-define…
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Turkish Airlines signs a codeshare agreement with South African Airways

Turkish Airlines signs a codeshare agreement with South African Airways

Turkish Airlines and South African Airways have signed a codeshare agreement that will take effect on 1 March 2026, enhancing flight connectivity between Türkiye, Africa and major global hubs. The agreement was signed in Geneva by Turkish Airlines Chairman Prof. Ahmet Bolat and South African Airways CEO Prof. John Lamola. Under the arrangement, Turkish Airlines will place its “TK” code on South African Airways services across cities such as Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, Harare, and Windhoek. In exchange, South African Airways will add its “SA” code on Turkish Airlines flights between Istanbul and several long-haul cities including London, Paris and…
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MNF Leads Early in Tight LADC Vote Count as Congress, BJP Register Key Gains

MNF Leads Early in Tight LADC Vote Count as Congress, BJP Register Key Gains

Counting of votes for the Lai Autonomous District Council (LADC) elections in Mizoram continued through Monday morning, showing a close contest in several constituencies. However, based on the counting trends till late morning, the Mizo National Front (MNF) appeared to be ahead in a number of seats, while Congress and BJP also showed early gains. Officials said the final picture would be clear only after all rounds of counting are completed. So far, MNF has taken leads in four constituencies. Congress is ahead in two seats and the BJP has secured one win. The Zoram People’s Movement (ZPM), which fought…
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President Murmu honors master craftspeople with National Handicrafts Awards

President Murmu honors master craftspeople with National Handicrafts Awards

President Droupadi Murmu awarded the 2023–2024 National Handicrafts Awards, which were hosted at Vigyan Bhavan, at a lavish ceremony in New Delhi. This is an important celebration of India's rich and varied craft traditions, with 31 exceptional artists and 11 Shilp Gurus from 21 states among the awardees. As part of the Handicraft Awards 2025, the Ministry of Textiles planned the event to take place at the beginning of National Handicrafts Week. Among the prominent people in attendance were Pabitra Margherita, Minister of State for Textiles & External Affairs; Giriraj Singh, Union Minister of Textiles; Neelam Shami Rao, Secretary (Textiles);…
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EU Fines Elon Musk’s X for Breaching Digital Laws

EU Fines Elon Musk’s X for Breaching Digital Laws

The European Union's regulatory body has fined Elon Musk's social media platform, X (formerly Twitter), €120 million for breaching new EU digital laws. The ruling is the first major enforcement action taken under the Digital Services Act (DSA), specifically citing X's failure to meet transparency obligations related to illegal scams, fake advertisements, and coordinated campaigns during political elections. The fine signals the EU's firm resolve to regulate large tech platforms operating within its member states.
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Indigo flights status: Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad see 350+ flight cancellations 

Indigo flights status: Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad see 350+ flight cancellations 

IndiGo’s ongoing meltdown continues to disrupt travel for lakhs of passengers, with large numbers stranded nationwide as cancellations mount. On Tuesday alone, more than 350 flights to and from major hubs — Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad and Bengaluru — were cancelled. The latest figures for 9 December show: • Delhi: 152 cancellations (76 arrivals, 76 departures)• Bengaluru: 121 cancellations (58 arrivals, 63 departures)• Hyderabad: 58 cancellations (14 arrivals, 44 departures)• Mumbai: 31 cancellations (14 arrivals, 17 departures) Chaos also persisted at airports such as Ahmedabad and Delhi, prompting Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu Kinarapu to hold a high-level review meeting.…
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Mizoram CM Says Smuggling Crackdown Has Pushed Up Areca Nut Prices

Mizoram CM Says Smuggling Crackdown Has Pushed Up Areca Nut Prices

Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma announced that the ongoing crackdown on the smuggling of areca nuts into the state has led to a significant increase in the prices of this edible commodity. This coordinated effort by police, district officials, and civil society groups since his government, which took office in December 2023, is yielding positive outcomes. During an areca nut festival in Rengtei, Mamit district, the Chief Minister highlighted that Mizoram is experiencing its most profitable year regarding areca nut prices, crediting the hard work of law enforcement and local organizations for these results. Last year, areca nuts were cultivated across…
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